King William High School
Cyber Security Curriculum
 4 year high school curriculum
 Up to 5 technology certifications upon successful
completion of each year, each with it’s own earning
potential.
 Ultimate goal: Certified Ethical Computer Hacker
 Hired to protect network defenses for organizations by
finding weaknesses in technology security systems.
 Tremendous demand for this position today.
Currently, many jobs going to foreign nationals
because of lack of trained Americans.
Cyber Security Curriculum
 Immediate potential for employment with high school
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diploma
Tremendous lifetime earning potential
On-line, self directed curriculum, with guidance from
KWHS staff member
High level security clearances for students finishing all
four levels.
Certification to be Level 1A Technician, Level 1
Manager, and Certified Ethical Hacker
Cyber Security Curriculum
Requirements
 Not necessarily looking for “A” Students
 Students who may not be interested in going to
college, but want a technical career with responsibility
and great earning potential.
 Recommended that students must have taken and
passed Algebra I.
 Enthusiastic, hard worker, self-directed students
Cyber Security Curriculum
Year 1: IT Essentials 1 & 2
 1 elective block (Fall and Spring Semesters)
 Overview of computer architecture, stressing
underlying design principles and their impact on
computer performance.
 All things related to desktop computers.
 Learning Outcomes: Comp TIA A+ Certification upon
successful completion of the certification test
Cyber Security Curriculum
Year 2: Cyber Defense 1 & 2
 1 elective block, Fall
 Computer Networks, “Comp TIA Network+”
 Introduction to computer communication from an
engineering perspective.
 Focuses on principles of computer communication and
basic concepts of the architecture of computer
networks.
 Labs used to reinforce concepts and to develop
networking skills.
Cyber Security Curriculum
Year 2: Cyber Defense 1 & 2
 One elective block, Spring
 Advanced Computer Networks, Hardening Basics
 Introduces student to vulnerabilities of computer
networks, attack forms, countermeasures, and defense
systems.
 Tools for securing hardware and software are
discussed.
 Tools and facilities available to intruder and security
are discussed
Cyber Security Curriculum
Year 2: Cyber Defense 1 & 2
 Certifications upon successful completion of course
and test
 Comp TIA Network +
 Comp TIA Security +
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Year 3: Programming and Data Structures, I
& II
 2 elective blocks Fall
 Programming and Data Structures
 C++ programing language
 Algorithmic problem solving
 Syntax and semantics, arithmetic expressions,
operators, functional decomposition, file input and
output, switch and loop structures, array processing,
other related topics.
 Lab work
Cyber Security Curriculum
Year 3: Programming and
Data Structures, I & II
 2 elective blocks, Spring
 Advanced Programming JAVA
 Object-Oriented Programming course, studies
concepts, terminology, and methodologies used in
object-oriented systems, languages, and applications
 Students will design and implement software systems
and develop a thorough understanding of objectoriented (OO) design, systems, and applications.
 C++ Portfolio
 JAVA Portfolio
Cyber Security Curriculum
Year 3: Programming and
Data Structures, I & II
 System Administration, I & II
 1 elective block, Fall: Computer Systems Technology
 Focus on Microsoft Windows 2008
 Designed to provide essential knowledge and skills to
implement, administer, and troubleshoot servers in a
networked environment.
 Labs led through the Microsoft IT Academy ELearning Suite
Cyber Security Curriculum
Year 3: Programming and
Data Structures, I & II
 1 elective block, Spring: Computer Systems
Technology
 Focuses on the Linux Operating System
 Provides students with knowledge and skills needed to
set-up, administer, and troubleshoot servers in a
networked environment.
 Topics include security issues, user and group
administration, directory and restoration strategies,
and techniques, integrated mass storage technologies,
and alternate client technologies
Cyber Security Curriculum
Year 3: Programming and
Data Structures, I & II
 Projected outcomes of Year 3:
 MCITP Exam 70-646 or MTA Windows fundamentals
and MTA Server Fundamentals, Comp TIA Linux+
Cyber Security Curriculum:
Year 4: Ethics & Survey of Programming
Languages
 2 elective blocks: Fall: IT fundamentals – Skills for
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Computing Professionals – Ethics
Students learn professional skills needed to be
successful in their careers.
Focus on ethical responsibilities.
Writing skills and oral presentations about computer
science topics and life skills
Ethical computer issues
Cyber Security Curriculum:
Year 4: Ethics & Survey of Programming
Languages
 Spring: 2 elective blocks: IT Programming, System
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Penetration Testing
Immerses students in a hands-on environment
Exposure to a different method of achieving optimal
information security posture in an organization
Students learn how to conduct penetration testing
Students learn how perimeter defenses work
Students learn how intruders escalate privileges and
what steps can be done to prevent and stop them.
Cyber Security Curriculum:
Year 4: Ethics & Survey of Programming
Languages
Goals:
 Python, Ruby, and Perl Portfolios
 CEH Certification
What can I do with that
certification?
 A+: Low to medium job availability and employment
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attractiveness ($10.00 per hour starting pay)
Network + (with A+): Medium to high job availability and
attractiveness. Level 1A Technician and Level 1 Manager
($15.00)
Security + (with previous certifications): High to very high
job availability and attractiveness ($20 per hour)
Linux+ (with previous certifications): High to very high job
availability and attractiveness. ($25-30 per hour)
CIEH (with previous certifications): Very high demand
($30-40 per hour; $120,00 per year after two years. This
equates to $3.6 million over a 30 yr. career.)
Consider This:
 Currently, it is estimated that there are 300,00 positions
available for Certified Ethical Computer Hackers.
 If a person earns $120,oo in their 3rd year of employment,
they can expect to make $7.6 million ($7,628,725.43) over
30 years, if they receive a 5% raise each year.
 If they invest 10% a year in a mutual fund yielding 12%
return (the 40 year average), they will have 4.3 million in a
retirement account; bringing their 30 year total earnings to
nearly $12 million dollars ($12,000,000.”)
 Not to mention, companies will be paying these salaries to
American workers and not outsourcing.
Cyber Security Summer Camp
 When: July 14-18
 Where: King William High School
 Who: Middle and High School
Students
 Meeting Times: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
 Cost per student: $150.00
Questions?