This one-year program is ideal for those looking to becoming familiar with all aspects of cyber security such as blockchain, big data and the IoT (Internet of Things). This program is powered by CompTIA, giving you the knowledge to build a solid foundation towards the Security+ certification.
This program qualifies for Better Jobs Ontario funding.
Program Outcomes
Learn to use tools such as Cryptool, Wireshark, Zenmap, nmap, Burp Suite, Snort, TCPdump, OpenVAS and OSSIM
Learn Python programming language, SQL, Hyper-V, mobile simulator/emulators to perform cybersecurity lab experiments
Assess risks to determine how security policies and protocols can be improved by studying computer systems and networks
Anticipate information security risks and implement new ways to protect organizations’ computer systems and networks
Handle computer communication across multiple operation systems
Respond to security alerts and uncover and fix flaws in computer systems and networks
Utilize technologies to perform or prevent cyberattacks of various types
Career Opportunities
Informatics security analyst
Systems security analyst
Security administrator
Security software developer
Cryptographer
Requirements
Have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent or be at least 18 years of age and pass the Wonderlic test.
For non-native English speakers:
Successful completion of TSOM EAP Level 4 or
Have the required IELTS 5.5 score or equivalent or
Pass the TSOM English Assessment
Computer Use Expectation
In order to successfully progress through studies at Toronto School of Management (TSOM), it is required that you have access to a personal computer or laptop, with minimum configurations:
CPU: i5 or higher with 4 cores or more is recommended. Alternatively, Ryzen 3 or 5 with 4 or 6 cores and 8 to 12 threads. Ensure that it fully supports VMware and VirtualBox.
RAM: Minimum 12 GB (16 highly recommended)
Storage: Minimum 256GB HDD/SSD or higher (Recommended NVME 512GB or Higher)
USB3 support
Wireless Adapter with N or AC standard and Ethernet Adapter
Additionally, TSOM offers access to computer labs on campus, but availability cannot be guaranteed and some program software may not be available on all open access computers.
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