Cyber Security

Building on your existing computer and programming skills, this program will prepare you for a career in the growing field of cyber security.

You learn how to provide the information and tools necessary to identify and secure potential vulnerabilities. And you explore a variety of information and system security areas and methods, including:

• Ethical hacking techniques

• Risk analysis

• Cryptography

• Vulnerability testing

• Auditing

• Security management

Work Experience

• Field experience is a mandatory credit course, providing you with the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills outside of the classroom.

  • Opportunities are typically unpaid and last approximately 5 weeks.

• This program is eligible for an optional cooperative education (co-op) credit course between years one and two.

  • A co-op provides an opportunity for paid, full-time employment in a field related to your program.

  • Co-op takes place in the the third term and must be a minimum of 12 weeks and 420 hours.

  • Our co-op program follows Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada (CEWIL) guidelines.

• Transportation, accommodations, and other costs related to work experience are your responsibility.

Choose NSCC

• The Cyber Security Diploma Program was the first credentialed information security program offered in the Atlantic region.

• This program is responsive to the industry's needs and demands. You develop skills and knowledge that give you the best possible chance of securing fulfilling employment in the IT security industry.

• Small class sizes mean you get lots of one-on-one attention from faculty and benefit greatly from their real-world experience, industry connections, and advice.

Other Info

• It is recommended that any student considering the cyber security program be able to qualify for a Canadian secret security clearance.