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Cybersecurity Information Technology Specialist Pathway Summary
Strong cybersecurity goes hand-in-hand with solid IT expertise. This part of the program focuses on Information Technology Specialist skills – the hands-on IT knowledge that underpins effective security work. You’ll learn how to manage and secure the hardware, software, and networks that organizations use every day. This means gaining experience with setting up computers and servers, configuring networks, and supporting users, all through a cybersecurity lens. For example, you’ll practice updating and patching systems to fix vulnerabilities, setting up user accounts with proper permissions, and troubleshooting technical issues that could pose security risks. By understanding how the underlying technology works, you’ll be better equipped to protect it. These IT skills are a crucial foundation for every other cybersecurity specialty. In fact, a strong grasp of IT operations is so important that research shows about 60% of cybersecurity job postings require fundamental IT support skills
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. Knowledge from this track will directly support your work in the Cisco and Network Defense areas – because defending a network requires knowing how that network runs. It also reinforces your capabilities in Ethical Hacking and Forensics: you can’t effectively test or investigate a system if you don’t understand it. By mastering IT essentials like system administration, networking, and user support, you’re building a robust skill set that makes all your cybersecurity efforts more effective. This interconnected training ensures you’re not just a security specialist, but a well-rounded technology professional ready to step into cybersecurity roles with confidence.
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Pathway Summary
Strong cybersecurity goes hand-in-hand with solid IT expertise. This part of the program focuses on Information Technology Specialist skills – the hands-on IT knowledge that underpins effective security work. You’ll learn how to manage and secure the hardware, software, and networks that organizations use every day. This means gaining experience with setting up computers and servers, configuring networks, and supporting users, all through a cybersecurity lens. For example, you’ll practice updating and patching systems to fix vulnerabilities, setting up user accounts with proper permissions, and troubleshooting technical issues that could pose security risks. By understanding how the underlying technology works, you’ll be better equipped to protect it. These IT skills are a crucial foundation for every other cybersecurity specialty. In fact, a strong grasp of IT operations is so important that research shows about 60% of cybersecurity job postings require fundamental IT support skills
meritamerica.org
. Knowledge from this track will directly support your work in the Cisco and Network Defense areas – because defending a network requires knowing how that network runs. It also reinforces your capabilities in Ethical Hacking and Forensics: you can’t effectively test or investigate a system if you don’t understand it. By mastering IT essentials like system administration, networking, and user support, you’re building a robust skill set that makes all your cybersecurity efforts more effective. This interconnected training ensures you’re not just a security specialist, but a well-rounded technology professional ready to step into cybersecurity roles with confidence.
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Option A: Certifcation Pathway
As part of our Accounting & Finance Pathway, the Get Certified package ($1,592) delivers comprehensive online courseware in Excel, QuickBooks, and Certified Bookkeeping; exam-prep vouchers for each application; certification vouchers to sit for your Excel, QuickBooks, and Certified Bookkeeping exams; plus a focused Quickview/ProScan review session so you’ll have everything you need to master the material and pass your certifications with confidence.
Option B: Upskill Pathway
As part of our Accounting & Finance Pathway, the Get Upskilled package ($756) provides you with comprehensive online courseware in Excel, QuickBooks, and Certified Bookkeeping, plus a focused Quickview/ProScan review session—everything you need to sharpen your skills, reinforce best practices, and boost your confidence on the job.
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What’s the difference between the Get Upskilled and Get Certified options?
The Get Upskilled package focuses on building and reinforcing your accounting and finance skills through online courseware in Excel, QuickBooks, and Certified Bookkeeping, plus a Quickview/ProScan review session. The Get Certified package includes all of that—courseware and review—plus exam-prep vouchers and official certification vouchers so you can sit for and earn your industry credentials.
For those interested in exploring our courses, we recommend checking our website regularly for any ongoing promotions or reaching out to our customer support team for information on current opportunities to access free or discounted educational content.
Which courses and resources are included in each pathway?
Both pathways include comprehensive online modules in Excel, QuickBooks, and Certified Bookkeeping, along with a Quickview/ProScan review to solidify your knowledge. The Certification pathway also adds exam-prep vouchers and certification vouchers for those same three applications.
How long will I have access to the online courseware and review materials?
You’ll retain unlimited access to your online courseware and the Quickview/ProScan review session for 12 months from your purchase date, giving you plenty of time to learn at your own pace and revisit any topics as needed.
What support is available if I have questions or need extra help?
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At LearnKey, we believe everyone deserves access to quality education—so while our classes aren’t completely free, we’ve designed flexible, budget-friendly options to help you learn on your terms. You can explore our full catalog of Excel, QuickBooks, Certified Bookkeeping, and more, and mix-and-match the courses that best fit your goals.
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To take advantage of our military discount, simply verify your service status through our secure partner portal at checkout. You’ll then see the discounted price applied before you complete your purchase.
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