Cybersecurity Analyst: Online Certificate Program

Level up your cybersecurity skills with this intermediate online course geared for IT professionals. Covering topics such as security analytics, and intrusion detection and response, you’ll be prepared to protect your organization from even the most sophisticated digital attacks. Accelerate your earning power and advance your career with this certificate program!

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This Cybersecurity Analyst Certificate Program is a great fit for:

  • Individuals interested in a career in technology
  • Recent high school graduates
  • Any student, IT professional or aspiring STEM professional who wants to build skills and thrive in a booming industry

About the Online Cybersecurity Analyst Certificate Program

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COURSE LENGTH

2 weeks

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TUITION

$2,200*

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CERTIFICATION

CompTIA CYSA+

*You can pay as little as $283 per month. For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.

Covering a broad swath of cybersecurity skills and knowledge, this Cybersecurity Analyst online certificate program will give you the skills to combat newer approaches to cyber-attacks that have wreaked havoc in the business IT world in recent years.

You’ll learn how to configure and use threat detection tools, perform data analysis, and interpret the results to identify vulnerabilities, threats and risks to an organization, with the end goal of securing and protecting applications and systems within an organization.

Once you’ve successfully completed these three courses you’ll be prepared to take and pass the CySA+ certification exam, sponsored by CompTIA.

Cybersecurity Analyst Fast Facts

15%

PROJECTED GROWTH OF COMPUTER OCCUPATIONS

1,240

CYBERSECURITY ANALYST JOBS IN IOWA

Career Paths

CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST
JUNIOR PENETRATION TESTER
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR
SECURITY CONSULTANT
SECURITY SPECIALIST
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Cybersecurity Analysts will see available jobs grow 23.4 percent over the next ten years.

-Bureau of Labor Statistics

Interested in a technology career, but not sure where to start?

Download our FREE Finding My Career Path Guide. This PDF (5-min read) is packed with all the resources you need to make an informed decision about your future: 

  • A sample profile of a technology job, including salary and job outlook through 2031. 
  • A “Day in the Life” job description to help you picture yourself working your new technology career. 
  • The 10 questions you need to ask yourself to determine if technology is right for you.





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Is this Cybersecurity Analyst Certificate Program right for me? 

If you have some or many of the following personality traits, abilities or desires, a career as a cybersecurity analyst may be a great fit!

  • Are you passionate about protecting digital assets and maintaining the integrity of information in an increasingly interconnected world?  
  • Are you interested in mastering the fundamentals of cybersecurity, from risk management to encryption, and applying them to real-world scenarios?  
  • Are you a detail-oriented individual who enjoys analyzing and preventing security breaches, ensuring systems are resilient against attacks?  
  • Are you looking to earn a respected industry certification that demonstrates your expertise in safeguarding against cyber risks?  
  • Are you excited about contributing to the critical mission of creating a safer digital environment for individuals, organizations, and society? 

Why Choose St. Ambrose University?

Armed with the skills you’ll build at St. Ambrose University, your career transformation can begin. We provide an education infused with holistic compassion and care, and we offer you the support you need to become a world-shaper in your field.

  • Access top-notch, accredited online programs offering high-quality IT training.  
  • Customize your schedule with flexible options to balance studies and personal commitments.
  • Benefit from affordable tuition fees that propel you toward a rewarding return on your investment.
  • Enjoy the convenience of learning from anywhere, free from geographical constraints.

At St. Ambrose University, we foster a united community that motivates others through extraordinary acts of service and altruism, enhancing lives in every possible way.

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