Information Systems and Network Security Program

Ready to join the front lines in the war against cyber threats and attacks? The Information Systems/Network Security Support program at Ohio Business College can prepare you for just that. You'll learn everything from how to provide technical assistance, support, and advice to users on hardware and software to how to protect against cybersecurity and computer issues.

This program is offered at both our Lorain County and Sandusky locations.

What You Will Learn

The Associate Degree in Applied Science Information Systems/Network Security Support program is designed to prepare students for entry level positions in small to midsized companies. This program will equip students with the necessary skills to provide technical assistance, support, and advice to users on hardware, software, cybersecurity and computer issues. Students will be able to provide day-to-day administrative support for an organization’s local area network, wide area network, internet or intranet systems, in addition to the administration, maintenance, security and support of network servers. Students will be equipped with a broad background in social sciences and the communication skills necessary for professionals in the Information Technology Computer and Cybersecurity Support workforce.

Job Outlook

Graduates of this program will be prepared for entry-level as computer cybersecurity support specialists, computer support specialists, systems administrators, network and computer systems administrators, and computer systems analysts.

Externship Opportunities

Information Systems/Network Security Support majors participate in externships in their final quarters of study that provide an opportunity to gain experience working in their field under the combined supervision and evaluation of both a cooperating local business and Ohio Business College.