The
Cybersecurity Concentration is designed to advance the professional careers of
technologists and computer scientists in the field of computer systems and
information technology security. The certificate program is presented in a
detailed and innovative approach that examines a variety of computer systems
security topics, including cybersecurity essentials and network security;
communications security techniques such as cryptography, computer forensics,
threats and detection; information security management, and a proactive
approach to designing cybersecurity for emerging technologies. Security
policies on privacy and legal issues are also presented. Upon completion,
graduates can design and implement cybersecurity measures and strategies across
several sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing, research and development,
education, banking and finance, and international business.
Career
Path
Graduate
careers include Information Security Analyst, Cybersecurity Engineer, Cybersecurity
Consultant, Network Security Administrator, Security Software Developer, Penetration
Tester (Ethical Hacker), Incident Response Analyst, Security Operations Center
(SOC) Analyst, Digital Forensics Analyst, Malware Analyst, IT Security
Specialist, Cloud Security Engineer, Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst, Application
Security Engineer, Cybersecurity Compliance Analyst, Vulnerability Assessment
Specialist.
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
Westcliff University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.
