Career City College

Cybersecurity Diploma

Enroll in our online Cybersecurity Diploma program to transform your career path today!

The Cybersecurity Diploma is designed for individuals who want to develop practical skills in protecting computer systems, networks, and data from security threats. This program focuses on the principles, tools, and techniques used to identify vulnerabilities, manage risk, and support secure technology environments.


Students gain hands-on experience with cybersecurity fundamentals, network security, system protection, and incident response concepts. The program emphasizes applied learning to help students understand how cybersecurity practices are used within real-
world organizational settings.

 


Online Courses
Designated Programs
One-on-One Instruction

Is Our Cybersecurity Diploma Right for You?

This program may be a strong fit if you:

Are interested in cybersecurity, system protection, and risk management
Want hands-on training in security tools and techniques
Enjoy problem-solving and analytical thinking
Are looking to build specialized skills within IT and network security
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Cybersecurity Diploma Career Outcomes

Average Wage (Canada: 2021-2022)

$46.15/hour

Number of Job Openings (Canada: 2024-2033)

15,900

Source: Job Bank of Canada

Why Choose Career City College?

We Guarantee Our Resources, Guidance, And Support Until You Are Successfully And Gainfully Employed

Online Learning

Learn from anywhere in Canada with online courses.

One-on-One Instruction

Book one-on-one instructional sessions with your teachers.

Quarterly Schedule

Start studying with quarterly program start dates.

Job Preparedness

Receive essential job-preparedness skills through program courses.

Financial Assistance

Get assistance in finding financial aid and payment options.*

Accelerated Programs

Enter the workforce faster with accelerated programs that focus on the essentials.

*Financial assistance is available for students who qualify. To determine your eligibility, please contact our Admissions Department.

Course Overview

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

✔ Understand core networking concepts, including topologies, protocols, and models
✔ Identify network devices and components, such as routers, switches, and access points
✔ Design and implement IP addressing schemes and verify connectivity
✔ Apply subnetting techniques to efficiently manage IP address space
✔ Implement network security controls, including firewalls, ACLs, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems
✔ Troubleshoot network connectivity issues using standard tools and techniques
✔ Monitor network performance and traffic to detect issues and anomalies
✔ Use network administration tools to manage, monitor, and report on network
devices
✔ Analyze network performance metrics and apply optimization strategies
✔ Implement backup and disaster recovery solutions to maintain network
availability
✔ Use scripting and automation to streamline network administration tasks
✔ Provide cybersecurity services to protect systems, networks, and data

✔ Align information security strategies with organizational objectives
✔ Support cybersecurity governance programs and regulatory compliance
✔ Apply leadership, ethical practices, and professional judgment in cybersecurity contexts
✔ Apply cyber risk management principles at operational and strategic levels
✔ Use forensic techniques to support security incident investigations
✔ Apply penetration testing methods to identify system vulnerabilities

Courses

  • IT 100 – Microsoft Training
    Develop practical skills using Microsoft applications commonly used in professional and technical work environments.

  •  IT 200 – PC Support
    Learn techniques for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving common computer hardware and software issues.

  • IT 400 – Communications, Operating Systems and Data Management
    Explore operating system concepts while building essential communication and data management skills used in technical settings.

  • IT 500 – Networking Fundamentals 
    Gain an introduction to networking concepts, including network components, connectivity, and basic troubleshooting.

  • NAD 100 – Linux Administration 
    Develop foundational skills in administering Linux operating systems, including system configuration and management tasks.

  • NAD 200 – Network Administration
    Learn how to configure, manage, and support network systems to maintain reliable and secure connectivity.

  • NAD 300 – IT Service & Project Management 
    Explore IT service delivery and project management principles used to plan, coordinate, and support technology initiatives.

  • NAD 320 – Server, Cloud and Automation Technologies
    Learn core concepts related to server environments, cloud platforms, and automation technologies used in modern infrastructure.

  • NAD 330 – Cloud Networking Administration
    Develop skills in administering cloud-based networking environments, including configuration, connectivity, and monitoring.

  • NAD 350 – Security Fundamentals 
    Learn foundational cybersecurity concepts, including access control, system protection, and risk awareness.

  • NAD 380 – Amazon Web Sever Administration
    Gain practical knowledge of administering cloud services and infrastructure using Amazon Web Services (AWS).

  • NAD 400 – Cisco
    Explore networking concepts and technologies commonly used in Cisco-based networking environments.

  • NAD 450 – Windows Server & Active Directory Administration 
    Develop skills in managing Windows Server environments, including Active Directory configuration and user management.

  • NAD 480 – Managing Infrastructure Services 
    Learn how to manage and support infrastructure services to ensure system availability, performance, and reliability.

  • BUS 100 – Business Communications

    Build professional communication skills required for effective collaboration, documentation, and workplace interaction.

  • CYB 200 – Introduction to Cybersecurity
    Learn core cybersecurity concepts, including common threats, vulnerabilities, and foundational security practices.

  • CYB 300 – Cybersecurity Operations
    Explore how cybersecurity operations support the monitoring, detection, and response to security incidents.

  • CYB 400 – Programming Languages for Cybersecurity
    Develop programming skills used to support cybersecurity analysis, automation, and security-related tasks.

  • CYB 500 – Concepts and Practical Implications of Encryptions
    Learn encryption concepts and their practical application in securing data, communications, and information systems.

  • CYB 100 – Information Security in the Cyber World
    Explore information security principles with a focus on protecting data, systems, and digital assets from cybersecurity threats.

  • CYB 600 – Penetration Testing
    Learn penetration testing concepts and techniques used to identify vulnerabilities in systems, networks, and applications.

  • CYB 700 – Ethical Hacking
    Explore ethical hacking practices used to test security controls and strengthen organizational defenses.

  • CYB 800 – Secure Software Development Concepts
    Learn secure software development principles focused on reducing vulnerabilities throughout the application development lifecycle.

  • CYB 900 – Security Analyst – CySA+
    Explore security analysis concepts aligned with cybersecurity monitoring, threat detection, and incident response practices.

  • CYB 950 – Mobile Device Security
    Learn security concepts related to protecting mobile devices, applications, and wireless environments from cyber risks.

  • GEN 200 – Career Planning 
    Develop career readiness skills, including resume preparation, interview techniques, and job search strategies.

Prerequisites

✔Applicants must have completed grade 12 or equivalent or have mature student status (at least 19 years old).

✔ Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through any one of the following:
1. Completion of grades 9-11, including English 11 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher from a country where English is one of the principal languages.
2. Completion of 2 years of full-time post-secondary education at an accredited institution where English is the language of instruction.
3. Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below. Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program:
– IELTS Academic: Overall score of 5.5 or higher.
– CAEL Test: Overall score of 40 or above.
– Duolingo English Test: Overall score of 95 or above.
– TOEFL iBT: 46 or above.
– CELPIP: Minimum scores – Listening-6, Speaking-6, Reading-5, Writing-5.
– Eiken: Pre-1.
– Cambridge FCE+: 160 or C | Cambridge Linguaskill – B2 or above.
– PTE: 43 or above.
– iTEP Academic: 3.5 or above.

✔ Mature student applicants:  Applicant is 19 years or older at the start of the program
and is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident who cannot access is their educational records or provide sufficient evidence of secondary or post-secondary education as outlined above:

• Applicant provides attestation that they have completed at least three years of full-time instruction in English in a country where the English is one of the principal languages, and
• Applicant completes an Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation: Reading, Writing and WritePlacer) and achieves the following minimum scores: 

    • Reading: 230
    • Writing: 230
    • WritePlacer: 4


Cybersecurity Diploma

Job Opportunities

Graduates of the Cybersecurity Diploma may pursue careers as cybersecurity analysts, information security analysts, ethical hackers, and security consultants, supporting organizations in protecting systems, networks, and data from cyber threats.

  • Information Security Analyst: Monitors, analyzes, and supports the protection of systems, networks, and data against security threats.
  • Cybersecurity Specialist: Supports the implementation and maintenance of security controls, tools, and practices to protect digital environments.
  • Information Security Administrator: Manages security systems, access controls, and policies to help maintain secure information systems.
  • Developer of Security Applications: Supports the design and development of applications and tools used to enhance system and data security.
  • Cybersecurity System Support: Provides technical support for security systems, assisting with configuration, monitoring, and issue resolution.
  • Cybersecurity Advisor: Provides guidance on cybersecurity practices, risk awareness, and security strategies aligned with organizational needs.
  • Security Consultant: Assesses security environments and supports organizations in improving security controls and risk management practices.
  • Cybersecurity Analyst: Analyzes security data and events to identify vulnerabilities and support incident response activities.
  • Network Security Specialist: Supports the security of network infrastructure by monitoring, configuring, and maintaining network protection measures.

Source: Government of Canada

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Program Tuition

Our Cybersecurity Diploma program is available for the following price.

Domestic Student

$29,999.00 (including GST)

International Student

$30,374.00 (including GST)

Please visit our finance page to learn more about the many options that can help fund your education.

Ready To Start Your career in Cybersecurity?

Frequently Asked Questions

Make Informed Decisions, Clarify Any Doubts, And Ensure You Have The Best Possible Experience

Career City College is designated by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB). Career City College has also been granted an Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation, indicating our career career college meets or exceeds provincial government standards for quality assurance and consumer protection.  Furthermore, Career City College is a proud member of the National Association of Career Colleges (NACC), ensuring our college meets the highest regulatory standards. These designations serve as a testament to our commitment to providing high-quality education, relevant training, and practical skills that prepare our students for successful careers.

Yes, all of Career City College’s programs are available online.

Yes, we have a dedicated FAO team to help guide students on their financial needs. Our Career Advisors will also assist you in discovering what scholarships may be available to you based on your circumstances. Please note that financial assistance is available for students that qualify. To determine your eligibility, please contact our Admissions Department.

At Career City College, we prepare our students for successful careers through hands-on training, an industry-aligned curriculum, and real-world experience. Our instructors are industry professionals, and our programs are designed with input from industry experts to ensure our graduates have the skills and knowledge employers are looking for. We also offer one-on-one career services to help students with job search strategies, resume writing, and interview skills.
At Career City College, you’ll experience several benefits that set us apart from other colleges. You can learn from anywhere in Canada with our online courses, providing flexibility and convenience. Our one-on-one instructional sessions with your teachers ensure you receive personalized attention, and our monthly program start dates allow you to begin studying when you’re ready. In addition, our program courses equip you with essential job-preparedness skills, and we offer assistance in finding financial aid and payment options (if eligible). Finally, our accelerated programs focus on the essentials, helping you enter the workforce faster.
Certainly! Career City College’s online programs let you learn from anywhere in Canada, allowing you to study at your own pace and on your own schedule.

Yes, this program is structured for self-paced learning. However, you must adhere to the set timeline to complete the program on time. If you have any questions or need to catch up on your studies, our teachers will assist you.

Yes, you’ll need a computer to access the online courses. Additional materials are also necessary to complete the course. Please fill out the request info form to receive a comprehensive list from one of our team members.

The exact cost of the certificate can be obtained by contacting us. Please fill out the request info form, and a Career Advisor will discuss the program’s tuition details with you.

Student Success Stories

Jolene Webb

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