C-CAP
The Colorado Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program, also known as C-CAP, provides aspiring cybersecurity professionals with the academic and skills-based knowledge required to earn mid-level and advance-level cybersecurity positions. Through a series of industry-aligned college courses, boot camps and on-the-job training, apprentices will be fully equipped to succeed in one of the fastest growing sectors in the nation. Concurrently, cybersecurity organizations will benefit from a steady pipeline of highly-skilled workforce talent, allowing employers to sufficiently recruit, train and retain the top cybersecurity professionals.
Apprenticeship Programs
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Cybersecurity Analyst Apprenticeship ProgramCybersecurity Analyst Apprenticeship Program
Focus's on training apprentices for Cybersecurity Analyst role. Apprentices will be required to complete three courses (earning 12 credits) and associated bootcamps on industry recognized certifications. Upon completion, participants will be awarded Certificate of Completion of C-CAP Cybersecurity Analyst Program, and UCCS Certificate in Cybersecurity Management. The participants may apply 12 credits earned towards B.S. in Business with Emphasis in Cybersecurity Management or Information Systems.
Courses:
- Fundamentals of Information Security
- System Administration and Security
- IT Risk Management
Industry Certification Bootcamps:
- Cyber Security Analyst (CySA)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GIAC-CIH)
- Associate Risk Management Professional (ARMP)
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Cybersecurity Consultant Apprenticeship ProgramCybersecurity Consultant Apprenticeship Program
Will train apprentices for Cybersecurity Consultant role. Apprentices will be required to complete three courses (earning 12 credits) and associated bootcamps on industry recognized certifications. Upon completion, participants will be awarded Certificate of Completion of C-CAP Cybersecurity Consultant Program, and UCCS Certificate in Cybersecurity Management. The successful participants may apply 12 credits earned towards B.S. in Business with Emphasis in Cybersecurity Management or Information Systems.
Courses:
- Fundamentals of Information Security
- Cyber Risk Management
- Cloud Computing and Security
Industry Certification Bootcamps:
- Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK)
- Certified in Risk and Information System Control (CRISC)
- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
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Cybersecurity IT Auditor Apprenticeship ProgramCybersecurity IT Auditor Apprenticeship Program
Focuses on Cybersecurity IT Auditor role. Apprentices will be required to complete three courses (earning 12 credits) and associated bootcamps on industry recognized certifications. Upon completion, participants will be awarded Certificate of Completion of C-CAP Cybersecurity IT Auditor Program, and UCCS Certificate in Cybersecurity Management. The successful participants may apply 12 credits earned towards B.S. in Business with Emphasis in Cybersecurity Management or Information Systems.
Courses:
- Fundamentals of Information Security
- Ethical Hacking
- Information Systems Auditing courses.
Industry Certification Bootcamps:
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
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Cybersecurity Penetration & Vulnerability Tester Apprenticeship ProgramCybersecurity Penetration & Vulnerability Tester Apprenticeship Program
Will train apprentices for Penetration & Vulnerability Tester role. Apprentices will be required to complete three courses (earning 12 credits) and associated bootcamps on industry recognized certifications. Upon completion, participants will be awarded Certificate of Completion of C-CAP Penetration & Vulnerability Tester Program, and UCCS Certificate in Cybersecurity Management. The successful participants may apply 12 credits earned towards B.S. in Business with Emphasis in Cybersecurity Management or Information Systems.
Courses:
- Fundamentals of Information Security
- System Administration and Security
- Ethical Hacking
Industry Certification Bootcamps:
- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GIAC-CIA)
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Cybersecurity Manager Apprenticeship ProgramCybersecurity Manager Apprenticeship Program
Will train apprentices for Cybersecurity Manager role. Apprentices will be required to complete three courses (earning 12 credits) and associated bootcamps on industry recognized certifications. Upon completion, participants will be awarded Certificate of Completion of C-CAP Cybersecurity Manager Program, and UCCS Certificate in Cybersecurity Management. The successful participants may apply 12 credits earned towards B.S. in Business with Emphasis in Cybersecurity Management or Information Systems.
Courses:
- Cyber Risk Management
- Organizational Cyber Security
- Cloud Computing and Security
Industry Certification Bootcamps:
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified in Risk and Information System Control (CRISC)
- Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP).