Advanced Post-Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security Operations and Ethical Hacking York University - School of Continuing Studies, Canada

The Advanced Post-Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security Operations & Ethical Hacking is a full-time, two-year program designed to equip you with dual expertise in defensive cybersecurity and ethical hacking.

What You’ll learn

This advanced program provides a comprehensive cybersecurity skill set, covering both offensive and defensive strategies to identify and mitigate cyber threats. Through hands-on assignments and real-world simulations, you’ll gain the skills to tackle today’s cybersecurity challenges. By the end of this program, you will:

• Master Cybersecurity Governance & Risk Management – Assess security risks to mitigate vulnerabilities and implement governance strategies
• Detect, Analyze & Respond to Cyber Threats – Learn how to identify security incidents, triage and execute effective response strategies
• Think Like a Hacker – Apply penetration testing and ethical hacking to uncover system vulnerabilities to exploit systems and steal data
• Deploy & Manage Cybersecurity Tools – Gain hands-on experience with security software, web applications and operating systems
• Utilize industry-leading monitoring tools, threat detection and incident response techniques– Identify and mitigate cyber threats
• Execute Full-Scale Penetration Testing – Conduct vulnerability assessments, develop professional reports and provide remediation recommendations
• Create clear, concise and well-structured technical reports– Communicate cybersecurity findings to both technical and non-technical audiences

Program Benefits

• Industry-Designed Curriculum—Learn from top cybersecurity professionals with real-world expertise
• Hands-On Learning – Apply your skills in practical labs and simulations that mirror real-world cybersecurity challenges
• Comprehensive Capstone Project– Demonstrate your mastery through comprehensive cybersecurity and ethical hacking projects
• A Strong Professional Network—Advance through the program with a cohort of peers, building valuable industry connections
• Accelerated, High-Impact Learning – Complete a comprehensive cybersecurity education in just two years, with a built-in summer break
• Certification-Ready – Gain access to CompTIA Security+, CySA+, and PenTest+ learning materials and exam vouchers and the TryHackMe Platform—included in your program fee
• Career Development Course – Get ahead in your career with expert guidance on resume writing, interview preparation, networking and LinkedIn optimization