Cloud and Computer Security Specialist

Cloud and Computer Security Specialist Career Training in as Little as 16 Months*

The Cloud and Computer Security Specialist Certificate and Associate of Applied Science in Cloud and Computer Security Degree Programs at Asher College provide the hands-on training, practical experience, and industry support it takes to pursue a rewarding IT career. We’ve designed our programs to work with your schedule — that’s why we offer day, evening, and weekend classes, and certifications that you earn along the way as you progress.

If you’re detail-oriented, technical-minded, and interested in getting established in a professional IT career, you could be well-suited to succeed as a Cloud and Computer Security Specialist.

The best way to see if Asher College is the right fit for you is to see it for yourself. You can tour our facilities and meet with both students and instructors. Book a Tour Now or Get More Info.

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Becoming a Cloud and Computer Security Specialist

When you train as a Cloud and Computer Security Specialist, you’ll gain the fundamental skills you need to pursue your new IT career. Upon graduation, you’ll enter the professional world with hands-on training in the following: PC Repair, Operating Systems, Networking, Security-and even Amazon Web Services. Learn more below.

1. PC Repair and Maintenance

Train in the fundamentals of PC Repair and Maintenance and learn the skills to troubleshoot, diagnose, and fix PC hardware issues. Employers require well-rounded IT personnel who are able to not only deploy a network and fix software issues but who can also make sure that the basic business hardware is running smoothly.

2. Operating System Fundamentals

Get the skills to work confidently with the Microsoft Operating System. Once you graduate, you’ll be well versed in the fundamentals and nuances of the Microsoft OS. You’ll learn to perform key tasks such as managing devices, operating system maintenance, configuring user accounts, and installing software.

3. Networking Fundamentals

Learn the fundamentals of network setup, maintenance, and repair. You’ll be able to explain the purpose of a range of networking concepts and implement them appropriately. You’ll also know how to implement proper network policies to ensure stability and business continuity. In addition to other skills, you’ll also get trained in proper cabling and physical network storage techniques.

4. PC and Network Security

Learn the essentials of network and cybersecurity. You’ll get trained in the essential principles of network security and risk management. You’ll also be able to perform network threat analysis, configure network systems to secure applications, and understand the policies and regulations around network security.

5. Amazon Web Services (AWS)

According to LinkedIn 2020 data**, cloud computing is the second most requested hard skill companies need. These courses build skills in cloud computing, global infrastructure, designing and deploying scalable, highly available, secure, and fault-tolerant systems/applications on AWS platforms.

6. CompTIA Stackable certifications

The PC Repair and Maintenance course, paired with the Networking Fundamentals course also prepares students for their CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications. Together these two courses in the Infrastructure Specialist pathway will help our students earn their CompTIA IT Operations Specialist certification.

Additionally, earning the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certifications help our students break into the CompTIA Cybersecurity Career Pathway by gaining the CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist credential. The certification covers fundamental cybersecurity concepts, including identifying and protecting against common threats, implementing basic security practices, and understanding the importance of data privacy and network security. You’ll gain knowledge in areas such as malware prevention, secure password policies, and basic encryption techniques to ensure systems remain protected against cyber threats.

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Certifications

CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
Amazon – AWS Cloud Practitioner
Amazon – AWS Solutions Architect

CompTIA Stackable Certifications

Infrastructure Specialist – CCIOS – CompTIA IT Operations Specialist (A+/Network+)*
Cybersecurity Specialist – CSIS – CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (A+/Network+/Security+)*

^{*Successfully passing these certifications will help students with a new designation to showcase the skills they have validated through successfully earning their CompTIA certifications.}

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of the Cloud and Computer Security Specialist Program, you may find work in positions including:

Help Desk
PC Support Specialist
Repair Technician
IT and Data Coordinator
Cloud Support
Configuration Technician

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Associate Degree Option Available

Want to take your education to the next level? Take these six additional classes (4 weeks each) and earn your Associate of Applied Science Degree in Cloud and Computer Security Specialist:

Critical Thinking or Introduction to Psychology
Business Communication
Business Math
Introduction to Business
Principles of Management or Leadership
American Government
Nevada Constitution (Nevada students only)

By completing an Associate Degree, you’ll demonstrate to employers that you’re ready for supervisory or management responsibilities based on the additional investment that you’ve made in your education. We’re also willing to accept transfer credits from other institutions on a case-by-case basis.

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No High School Diploma? Asher College Can Help!

Want to enroll in Asher College but don’t have a high school diploma or GED? Earn your high school diploma on our campus so you can gain the credentials you need to enroll at Asher College.

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Asher’s Academy Partnerships

Looking to upgrade your certifications and maximize your earning potential? You’re in luck.

Asher College is proud to partner with many internationally-recognized certifying organizations. We currently offer certifications on behalf of CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and PearsonVue.

Discover more about these partnerships by visiting our Academy Partnerships page. If you want to specifically learn more about our IT partnerships, then please head over to our CompTIA and Cisco certification pages.

Contact our admissions department today to learn how these certification programs could suit your career goals.

Certification Cources

PCS110 PC Support Level 1

Prerequisite(s): NA

Students will learn about computer and mobile device hardware, including storage devices, backup media, power supplies, CPU’s, memory, display devices, adapter cards, cooling methods, install and configure peripherals, and maintenance. They will gain hands-on experience using networking technology, hardware, virtualization, cloud computing, and network troubleshooting. Certification*: CompTIA A+ (*when paired with successfully completing the CompTIA 220-1002 exam.)

PCS110 PC Support Level 2

Prerequisite(s): PCS110 PC Support Level 1

Students will continue to build on their PCS110 knowledge by expanding their understanding of operating systems, networking, security, and software troubleshooting. Certification*: CompTIA A+ (*when paired with successfully completing the CompTIA 220-1001 exam.)

NET102 Introduction to Networking

Prerequisite(s): PCS111 PC Support Level 2

Students will learn to design and implement networks, configure, manage, and maintain essential network devices, use devices such as switches and routers to segment network traffic and create resilient networks, implement network security, standards, and protocols, troubleshoot network problems and identify the benefits and drawbacks of existing network configurations, and support the creation of virtualized networks. Certification: CompTIA Network +.

MOS102 Windows OS

Prerequisite(s): NA

Students will be able to deploy and maintain Windows OS on a single computer, configure system connectivity, & manage devices and data.

SEC101 Network and Operational Security

Prerequisite(s): NET102 Introduction to Networking

Students will be able to apply cybersecurity risk mitigation concepts to execute appropriate level security responses. They will practice analyzing and differentiating malware, social engineering, wireless and application attacks along with the use and application of cryptography concepts, tools, and products. This foundational course also includes procedures to establish host, application, and data security along with authentication services, authorization, and access control. Certification: CompTIA, Security+

AWS101 Cloud Practitioner

Prerequisite(s): Students will be able to gain an overall understanding of Amazon web-service cloud computing concepts, global infrastructure, core services, security, architecture, pricing, and support. Certification: AWS Cloud Practitioner

Students will be able to gain an overall understanding of Amazon web-service cloud computing concepts, global infrastructure, core services, security, architecture, pricing, and support. Certification: AWS Cloud Practitioner

AWS102 Solutions Architect

Prerequisite(s): AWS Solutions Architect

Students will be able to design and deploy dynamically scalable, highly available, fault-tolerant, and reliable applications on AWS. They will be able to select the appropriate AWS services to develop and deploy an application based on given requirements and implement cost-control strategies.