# Cyber Operations (Certificate of Performance)

San Diego City College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Information, Network, and Web Technologies

Source: https://sdccd.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/15604/15944/15945/15605/15793

### Summary

The Certificate of Performance in Cyber Operations provides an intermediate-level study of cybersecurity blue team and red team methodologies through a curriculum that follows the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) Cybersecurity Workforce Framework with the common goal of developing critical knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform cybersecurity tasks. The curriculum includes simulated scenarios in the domains of system vulnerabilities, managing risk, and responding to cyber incidents. This pathway includes preparation for industry-recognized certifications geared towards preparing students for a successful career in cybersecurity workforce roles that have an impact on an organization’s ability to protect its data, systems, and operations.

The Computer Information Systems department requires student to complete all requirements for the degree within five years.

**Award Notes:**
A Certificate of Performance is a departmental award that does not appear on the student’s transcript. All courses must be completed within the San Diego Community College District.
This program is not eligible for federal financial aid in accordance with Federal regulations.

**Learning Outcome(s): Students who complete the Cyber Operations Program will be able to:**

1.  Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
2.  Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
3.  Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
4.  Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice, taking into account legal, ethical, diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility principles consistent with the mission of the institution.
5.  Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
6.  Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.

### Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **COURSES REQUIRED FOR THE MAJOR:** | | 6 |
| INWT 170 | Network Defense & Countermeasures (CySA+) | 3 |
| INWT 201 | Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing | 3 |