Cyber: Cloud Computing

Note: This course is not being offered in the 2022-23 school year due to low enrollment. 

Course Description

Course Description

The Cyber Cloud Computing course teaches the Computer Network Software Operations, Advanced VDOE curriculum and focuses on cloud infrastructure, deployment, security models, and the key considerations in migrating to cloud computing. Covers the technologies and processes required to build traditional, virtualized, and cloud data center environments, including computation, storage, networking, desktop and application virtualization, business continuity, security, and management.

Career Pathway Examples for Cyber: Cloud Computing Students 

The study of Cloud Computing with additional post-secondary study, may lead to these careers: 

  • Cloud Administrator
  • Cloud Computing Consultant
  • Cloud Developer
  • Cloud Engineer
  • Cloud Infrastructure Architect 
  • Cloud Security Professional
  • Cloud Solutions Architect 
  • Cloud Support Engineer

BLS Info - Check it Out! 

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 13 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations. These occupations are projected to add about 667,600 new jobs. Demand for these workers will stem from greater emphasis on cloud computing, the collection and storage of big data, and information security. The median annual wage for computer and information technology occupations was $97,430 in May 2021, which was higher than the median annual wage for all occupations of $45,760.

Class Features

  • Microsoft Windows 10 
  • Microsoft Windows 2016 Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2019 Server
  • Microsoft Windows Active Directory
  • Microsoft Windows Azure Cloud Infrastructure
  • Microsoft Windows Network Infrastructure

Professional Certification Opportunities

  • Amazon AWS Certification

Potential Career Opportunities

  • Help Desk Specialist
  • Network Administrator
  • Network Engineer
  • Domain Architect
  • LAN Manager
  • Information Technology Specialist or Assistant

For a 2020-21 student's perspective on Cyber: Cloud Computing at Edison Academy, watch this video.

Check out more videos about our Cyber courses on our Cyber IT Playlist on our YouTube Channel. 

Features

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)

September 16, 2020
FBLA is an international Career and Technical Education Student organization (CTESO) for students and professionals in business offering opportunities for leadership development, academic competition, education programs, community service, awards and recognition, and other benefits such as scholarship opportunities, and more.

Cyber Patriot

September 16, 2020
Cyber Patriot is the National Youth Cyber Education Program created by the Air Force Association to inspire K-12 students towards careers in cybersecurity or other science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) disciplines that are critical to our nation's future. The major components of Cyber Patriot membership include local online competitions leading to a national competition in Maryland, local and regional cyber-camps and preparation for competitions, with career mentorship by cyber professionals.