该证书计划专为寻求在设计和实施基于Cisco Systems硬件的网络安全措施方面提高其技能的网络专业人员而设计。目前，这五门课程已与工业技术硕士学位课程整合为一个专业领域。这些课程还可以作为其他UCM研究生课程的选修课。最低毕业时数：15个学期
Modern hackers know how to get around all but the most advanced network security techniques. That means that in today's job market, professionals who have mastered these advanced techniques are in high demand. The Network Security graduate certificate from the University of Central Missouri can help you gain the knowledge you need to meet that demand. Take five courses on the latest network security technologies in a program that can be completed in as little as 1 year and develop the skills employers need to keep their corporate data safe. The University of Central Missouri's Network Security graduate certificate can lead to employment opportunities in many in-demand careers. Graduates who earn this certificate position themselves as ideal candidates for network security engineer positions and similar corporate networking roles.