Become a
Digital Defender

Learn Cybersecurity from Tulsa Community College in 24 Weeks | Cybersecurity Boot Camp

  • Global Network: Gain access to a network of 250+ employers looking to hire.
  • CompTIA partnership: Get a head start on certification test prep.
  • Student Success: Stay on track with personalized academic support.
  • Career Support: Access free professional resources throughout your career.

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Next Start Date:

To be announced

Time to Complete:

24 weeks, part-time

Live Online Classes:

9 hours per week

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The Support You Need to Transform Your Career

Cybersecurity is one of the most in-demand global fields today.1 We’re committed to equipping you with the fundamental skills you need to make an impact.

Here’s how you’ll receive unparalleled support and resources before, during, and after your program:

  • Stay on track with a dedicated student success advisor.
  • edX Xpert support available for students 24/7, 365 days a year.
  • Connect with engaged instructors, teaching assistants, and peers for academic support.
  • Additional academic services may be available in select boot camps.

Join the Front Lines
of Digital Defense

The economic impact of cyber crime is growing: In 2022, the average cost to businesses affected by a data breach in the United States was $9.44 million, more than double the global average.2

You can help protect organizations and populations — and change your entire career trajectory. As the world becomes more connected and automated (and therefore, more vulnerable), the demand for cybersecurity specialists is on the rise. Information security is a fast-growing field,1 and was one of Glassdoor’s Top 50 Jobs in America for 2022.3

1Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. (Retrieved Feb. 6).
2Statista.com. Average cost of a data breach in the United States from 2006 to 2022. (Retrieved Feb. 6).
3Glassdoor. 50 Best Jobs in America for 2022. (Retrieved Feb. 6).

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Further Your Career

Our Career Engagement Network will help you apply the tools and knowledge you have learned to advance your career. We will help you optimize your resume and LinkedIn profile, prepare for interviews, and build your portfolio. You’ll also have access to free career resources throughout your professional life.

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A Proud CompTIA Partner

We know how important certification is for our learners; that’s why we chose CompTIA as a partner to provide you with a complimentary CertMaster test prep tool and an exam voucher to take the CompTIA certification exam of your choice: Security+, Network+, Linux+, Server+, or Cloud+.

While the program itself does not provide test preparation, a portion of the final module is dedicated to helping you learn and leverage the CertMaster Test Prep Tool for the Security+ exam to get you started.

Innovative Curriculum. In-Demand Skills.

In 24 weeks, Tulsa Community College Cybersecurity Boot Camp will prepare you with the technical skills you need to protect digital environments. Through an immersive hands-on curriculum, you will not only learn fundamental cybersecurity methods, but also put them into action through practical exercises.

 

The curriculum is delivered through live, online classes and high-quality coursework. Our instructors are fully vetted by the university and offer 1-on-1 virtual guidance to learners throughout the program.

Learn to think like a cybersecurity professional by assessing threats and mitigating risks. Understand the differences between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) concepts, and their importance in cybersecurity.

  • What you will learn:

  • CIA triad
  • Threat detection
  • Mitigating risks
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Machine learning

Gain hands-on experience working with the command line and bash commands that are prominent in IT roles. You will configure and audit servers, as well as harden and secure them from malicious attacks.

  • What you will learn:

  • Linux server configuration
  • Windows server configuration
  • Tar, cron, and cronjobs
  • Logging
  • Bash scripting and programming
  • Active directory
  • Kerberos

Dive into network configuration, design, protocols, and data communication. Study cryptography, network security, and web development as it relates to cybersecurity.

  • What you will learn:

  • Network architecture, operations, and security
  • Wireshark and traffic analysis
  • Email security
  • Wireless security
  • Cryptography and encryption
  • Port scanning

Gain a thorough understanding of web applications, databases, and the vulnerabilities and hardening associated with them. Dive into penetration testing using tools like Metasploit to attack and compromise networks and servers.

  • What you will learn:

  • Burp suite
  • Zenmap
  • SQL injection
  • Webshells
  • Pivoting networks
  • Searchsploit and Metasploit
  • Penetration testing execution standard
  • XSS vulnerabilities and payloads
  • File inclusion and command injection vulnerabilities

Dive into SIEMs and network security monitoring, practice the Incident Response framework to respond to different breaches and attacks, and learn digital forensic how to recover deleted data as part of preparing evidence for a legal case.

  • What you will learn:

  • Splunk
  • Monitoring and logging
  • Incident response
  • Forensics
  • Data extraction and recovery

Learn how security controls impact an organization and its employees. Focus on certification prep for the Security+ and conclude the program with a final group project presented in a mock cyber conference event.

  • What you will learn:

  • Governance
  • Business continuity planning
  • Certifications
  • Compliance
  • Disaster recovery
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Research and technical demonstration

Now You’re Ready

By the time you’ve completed the program, you will have mastered in-demand skills, built an impressive portfolio of projects applying your new skills in practical scenarios, and earned a valuable Certificate of Completion.

Learn on Your Schedule

This is a part-time program designed for working professionals like you who want to learn cybersecurity to advance careers, enhance skills for a current role, or change career paths.

Time to complete24 weeks
Live online classes9 hrs/week
Homework & projects 20+ hrs/week
Class time3 weekday evenings
(3 hrs/class)
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Are You Eligible for a Fully-Funded Award?

The Tulsa Community College (TCC) Cyber Skills Center is dedicated to making a significant impact by supporting all individuals determined to advance their careers in technology in Tulsa. As part of that commitment, we offer a limited number of fully-funded awards covering the entire $12,000 tuition fee. Individuals from underserved populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

Eligibility for Fully-Funded Awards:

Age Requirement: Applicants must be 18 years or older at program start date. 

Residency Requirement: Must be a resident within the Tulsa Metro Area, including Tulsa, Osage, Wagoner, Creek, Rogers, Pawnee, or Okmulgee counties.

Invest in Your Career. Explore Financial Options.

Cybersecurity Boot Camp fee: $12,000

Pay in Full Discount

Pay in full at the time of enrollment and receive $1,000 off your total fee.

Interest-Free Payment Plan

Pay an initial deposit and split the rest of your tuition into monthly installments over the length of the program with no interest.

24-Month Interest-Free Payment Plan

Once approved, you’ll pay your deposit and split the remaining tuition over 24 monthly installments with zero interest.

Alumni Discount

Alumni are eligible for a $500 discount.

Employer Funding

Use available educational benefits or tuition sponsorship from your employer.

edX Boot Camps does not receive any commissions or payments for referrals or successful loan applications. The lender’s loan approval criteria will apply and you should consider the terms and conditions of any loan carefully. We are not credit advisors. We make no representations about whether you will be given a loan or whether a loan will be suitable for you. We are not responsible for representations made to you by any credit provider.

A Powerful Educational Partnership

About Tulsa Community College (TCC)

TCC educates more than 20,000 students each year. With programs for students at every stage of life, robust online learning opportunities, and a commitment to affordable excellence, we’re equipped to guide you to personal and professional success.

This program is offered through the Tulsa Community College Cyber Skills Center in partnership with edX.

About edX

edX, part of 2U Inc., works with respected universities and organizations to deliver innovative, skills-based training to a community of over 45 million learners around the world to support them at every stage of their lives and careers. edX delivers boot camps through an immersive learning experience with expert services and valuable resources. As of 2021, graduates have been hired by 6,700+ companies, including more than 62% of the Fortune 100.

The Next Cybersecurity Boot Camp Starts Soon.

It only takes a minute to request information. You will be put in touch with an admissions advisor who can answer questions and get your application started.