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Cybersecurity

Estimated Cost: $4,050 - $16,200
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Preventing online crime

With a degree in Cybersecurity, you will learn to protect computer systems against unauthorized access, modifications and destruction. You could work in consulting firms, private companies’ Information Technology departments, or state and federal entities to prevent digital crimes and keep networks compliant.

Our program covers…

  • Digital and Computer Systems Forensics
  • Secure Linux Administration
  • Security Scripting, Assessment, and Auditing
  • Firewalls and Network Security
  • Intrusion Detection
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Our Program Has Merit

The TexaNSACAE - Cybersecuritys State Technical College (TSTC) Cybersecurity program has been designated statewide as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (NCAE-CD) Program through the academic year 2028. This designation reflects TSTC’s commitment to excellence in cybersecurity education, contributing a trained cybersecurity workforce pipeline to our nation.

The National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) program is managed by NSA’s National Cryptologic School. Federal partners include the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)/National Initiative on Cybersecurity Education (NICE), the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Department of Defense Office of the Chief Information Officer (DoD-CIO), and U.S. Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM).

 

The Cybersecurity Program is also recognized by the Texas Workforce Investment Council (TWIC) though December 2026, for integrating the Texas skills standards for Cybersecurity into the curriculum.

 

Upcoming Dates
25 Jul
Last Day to Drop with “W” – Summer ’25
29 Jul
Cybersecurity Program Highlight (Virtual)
03 Aug
12 Week Session – Payment Deadline
04 Aug
Payment Deadline
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Degree Plans

All TSTC students participating in the TSTC Money-Back Guarantee program are required to successfully complete HIRE 1100 Foundations for Career Success. All students will automatically be enrolled in HIRE 1100; satisfactory grade completion of HIRE 1100 determines eligibility for the TSTC Money-Back Guarantee initiative.

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Cybersecurity
AAS Associate of Applied Science
Online
PBE
Hybrid
20
$16,200
Online - TSTC Connect Williamson County Harlingen Fort Bend County Marshall North Texas Waco
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Digital Forensics Specialist
ATC Advanced Technical Certificate
Online
PBE
8
$4,320
Online - TSTC Connect
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Cybersecurity
CER1 Certificate of Completion
Online
PBE
8
$4,050
Online - TSTC Connect Williamson County Harlingen Fort Bend County Marshall North Texas Waco
Stuart McLennan
Andrew Phillips
Carlos Reyes
Amy Hertel
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Curriculum breakdown
Cybersecurity
CER2 Certificate of Completion
Online
PBE
12
$9,720
Online - TSTC Connect Williamson County Fort Bend County Harlingen Marshall North Texas Waco
Stuart McLennan
Andrew Phillips
Carlos Reyes
Amy Hertel
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I am ready for my career. This is a great place to come for two years and get a job with the right pay.
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Scheduled to graduate in 2025, Cybersecurity
Performance-Based Education (PBE)

PBE meets you where you are, giving you access to flexible learning that works with your busy schedule. Train to master valuable job skills that will lead you to the career and salary you deserve. Our focus is on your success — and getting you to work fast.

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Money-Back Guarantee

It’s as clear as it sounds. We are confident in the quality of our technical programs, that we are raising the bar by guaranteeing students will receive a job offer within six (6) months after graduation, or we will refund your tuition.

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So what are you waiting for?

Be the first line of defense on the digital battlefield

You still aren’t sure? You can schedule a visit or take a virtual tour of any of our campuses to imagine your life at TSTC.

We look forward to seeing you earn great pay with a degree from TSTC.

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