Are you a technology guru who loves to solve complex problems? Do you want to learn how to secure networks and out-smart hackers?
The IT and Security Technician program at Tooele Technical College gives students the opportunity to learn the basics of how to repair, maintain, operate and provide basic security for computers and networks. After completing the program students will understand networking and the equipment needed for general use such as routers and switches. They will receive security training and learn about different viruses and the variances among viruses. Student learn about malware, and ransomware as well as how to set up a small home or office, medium sized business, and how to become an integral part of a larger enterprise system. They will also get a chance to learn how the hackers try to attack networks so that they may defend them better. Some of the certifications students may earn are TestOut IT Fundamentals Pro, CompTIA’s IT Fundamentals, TestOut PC Pro, CompTIA’s A+, TestOut Network Pro, CompTIA’s Net+, TestOut Security Pro, and CompTIA’s Security +.
What type of job can this training lead to?
Administrator
Specialist
Engineer
Est. Average Salary for Systems Administrator in Utah: $57,179 – $78,998*Where do we get our numbers?
Ryan Nelson
Employed with: N/A
The IT program at Tooele Tech gave me the foundation I needed to flourish as a Systems Administrator. My employer loved the fact that I came to them with industry certifications demonstrating formal job
-based training. Best career change ever! Thanks to everyone at Tooele Tech for helping me get where I am today.
– Ryan N.
Est. Average Salary for Cybersecurity Specialist in Utah: $39,280 – $62,590*Where do we get our numbers?
Shawn McDonald
Employed with: N/A
I went to Tooele Technical College to begin a career in a field I loved instead of getting another job that I was not interested in staying in. I was able to get a job at the Tooele County IT Department before I finished my original goal of getting my CCNA. Now I am looking forward to continuing my education in Cybersecurity.
-Shawn M.
Est. Average Salary for Network Engineer in Utah: $57,179 – $78,998*Where do we get our numbers?
Zach Romero
Employed with: L3Harris
Thanks to the CCNA certification I achieved at Tooele Technical College, I obtained employment as a Network Engineer at L3Harris, one of the top 10 defense companies globally. I have since expanded my role to IT Security and Remote Access, recently providing secure remote access to over 40,000 employees during the COVID pandemic. Tooele Tech gave me the tools I needed for success, and the self
-paced courses helped me fast track my new career. The instructors and administrators were vital in supporting me and drive to start this new career path. Thanks, Tooele Tech!
-Zach R.