IT 6200
Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
This program prepares you for a career in cybersecurity, with a focus on “defensive” strategies to protect organizations at risk.
Program Overview
Certification earned
Every day, hackers and cybercriminals launch new, sophisticated computer viruses, malware, threats and scams that jeopardize the data security our society relies on. The IT industry is looking for security analysts and other professionals who can troubleshoot information system threats, run vulnerability tests, reverse engineer malware, review hundreds of lines of firewall configuration and create scripts in many languages to combat vulnerability.
- Performs data analysis and interprets the results to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to an organization
- Keeps up latest trends in cybersecurity and anticipates new threats
- Secures and protects applications and systems within an organization
- Combats malware and advanced persistent threats (APTs)
- Applies behavior analytics to the IT security of an organization
What You’ll Learn – IT 6200 Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
The Cybersecurity Analyst program is designed for those wanting to obtain the CompTIA CySA+ certification. Covering a broad swath of cybersecurity skills and knowledge, having a CompTIA CySA+ certification helps you stand out in that it covers the newer approaches to cyber-attacks that have been wreaking havoc in the business IT world in recent years.
In our cybersecurity training online, you are taught to prepare for the CompTIA CySA+ exam. CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) is an international, vendor-neutral IT professional certification that applies behavioral analytics to improve the overall state of IT security. It validates the knowledge and skills required 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 the course, you’ll be prepared to take and pass the CySA+ certification exam, sponsored by CompTIA. MedCerts will cover the cost of your exam.
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Program Details
- High School Diploma or GED
- Web browser with internet connection
- Course registration & payment
- CompTIA Security+, Network+, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience
- Expert-led video based training
- Textbook: CySA+ All in One
- Competency assessments
- National Certification exam fee
*The cost of all materials needed for this program are covered by MedCerts. They are not included in the tuition costs and are provided at no additional cost to students. However, students have access to these materials for a limited time frame aligned with their program. Access to these materials outside of this period is not guaranteed, and students may be responsible for costs associated with any extended access.
- Dedicated Student Success Advisors
- Tailored support based on performance & behavior
- Exam preparation process
- 1 yr. post-program access to Career Center & Career Coaches
Career Outlook
Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
Job Opportunities
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Tuition Cost
Cybersecurity Analyst Training Online
Monthly, weekly and bi-weekly payment plan options are available. These payment plans include a 3.5% fee per transaction. Students who choose to pay in full will not be charged the transaction fee.
Active Duty Military Grants
MedCerts accepts education benefits from the Department of Defense for Active Duty Army, Coast Guard and Air Force.
Military Spouse Grants
Spouses of Active Duty Service Members in certain ranks may be eligible for assistance up to $2,000 per fiscal year.
Workforce Grants
MedCerts partners with American Job Centers in 30+ states and accepts Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and other workforce grant funding.
FAQs
FAQs for MedCerts’ Online Cybersecurity Analyst Certification Training Program
A Cybersecurity Analyst is a professional who specializes in the protection of IT infrastructure, networks and data from cyber threats. They use a variety of tools and techniques to monitor, detect, investigate, analyze and respond to security incidents.
The career outlook for Cybersecurity Analysts is highly positive, with available jobs expected to grow by up to 32% over the next ten years. This growth is driven by the increasing importance of cybersecurity in protecting organizations’ digital assets.
The median salary for a Cybersecurity Analyst is $112,000. Salaries can vary based on experience, location, and the specific sector in which a person works.
To become a Cybersecurity Analyst, you can enroll in a specialized training program like the one offered by MedCerts, which prepares you for the CompTIA CySA+ certification exam. This certification is recognized industry-wide and demonstrates proficiency in cybersecurity.
In the online Cybersecurity Analyst certification training course, you will learn to:
- Perform data analysis
- Interpret results to identify vulnerabilities, threats and risks
- Secure and protect applications and systems within an organization
- Combat malware
- Apply behavior analytics to IT security
To enroll in the MedCerts Cybersecurity Analyst program, you must have a high school diploma or GED, a web browser with an internet connection and course registration & payment. Additionally, you must have CompTIA Security+, Network+, or equivalent experience, and a minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience.
The cost of the online Cybersecurity Analyst training program is $2,500. The cost includes all of your materials and certification exam fees for the CySA+ exam.
MedCerts offers various payment plans for the Cybersecurity Analyst certification training program in order to make education accessible for all. These include options for monthly payment plans as low as $133 and several government grant funding options.
While MedCerts does not offer financial aid, students may be eligible for options through government grant-funded programs like:
The duration of the online Cybersecurity Analyst certification program is 14 weeks if committing 15-20 hrs of coursework per week.
The program is structured around expert-led video training, textbooks, and competency assessments. It includes interactive simulations, game-based learning and interviews with real-world experts to cater to various learning styles.
Yes, the program is specifically designed to prepare students to pass the CompTIA CySA+ certification exam. Additionally, MedCerts students are provided access to a Student Success Advisor team, Subject Matter Experts and Career Coaches to assist with exam prep.
The program includes expert-led video training, a textbook, competency assessments and the national certification exam fees. Students also receive dedicated support from Student Success Advisors and Career Coaches.
Some MedCerts programs are restricted in certain states or regions. Please review our State Restriction page to view what restrictions there may be in your state/region or residence of employment and ensure you are eligible for enrollment.
We’re not institutionally accredited as a training provider, but the certification you’ll earn in this program is accredited through the exam-issuing authority, CompTIA. So while our school itself doesn’t hold accreditation, you’ll earn an accredited certification upon passing your national exam.
Disclaimers
- We recommend a prior CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification or two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus before taking this program.
- While MedCerts training and related target certifications may be accepted and/or approved by your state of residency, employers reserve the right to dictate prerequisite education, experience, or certification/licensure requirements for their positions. We strongly advise students to research target job posts from area employers and relevant state requirements, barriers, or restrictions prior to enrollment to ensure eligibility upon graduation.
