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Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity with AI Tools

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Protect the computer systems, networks, and data organizations depend on from cyberattacks. In 15 weeks of no-cost, hands-on training, learn to secure systems, investigate threats, and use AI to analyze security events for entry-level cybersecurity roles. Prepare to earn CompTIA Security+, Splunk Core Certified User, and Google AI Professional credentials at no cost to you. They help show employers your cybersecurity, security-monitoring, and workplace AI skills.

Time Commitment: Full-Time, 35 hours/week

If you're enrolled in a full time Cybersecurity with AI Tools course, you can apply for a 0% interest loan from Ascent to help cover personal expenses during the course.

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Course Level

Intermediate

Length

15 weeks

Exact dates vary by class

Certifications

  • CompTIA Security+
  • Splunk Core
  • Google AI Essentials
  • Google AI Professional

Requirements

This course is designed for learners with foundational IT knowledge. Previous experience is strongly recommended. Additionally, you must:

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Cybersecurity with AI Tools is offered in 15 locations. Select a location to view specific campus class schedule and details.

Course Format

HybridRemote

Instruction

Instructor-led

Dates, hours and length vary by class — see below

If you're enrolled in a full time Cybersecurity with AI Tools course in Pittsburgh Area, you can apply for a 0% interest loan from Ascent to help cover personal expenses during the course.

Upcoming classes2 at Pittsburgh Area

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Nov 23, 2026Nov 9, 2026Mar 19, 2027Monday - Friday9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ETHybridPittsburgh1033.1
Dec 7, 2026Nov 23, 2026Apr 6, 2027Monday - Friday9:00 AM – 4:00 PM ETRemotePittsburgh Area1033.1

What is Cybersecurity with AI Tools?

Every network is a target, and organizations need Cybersecurity Analysts who can detect threats, protect critical systems, and respond before incidents disrupt the business.

Build Digital Defense Skills: You'll learn to identify threats and respond to security incidents through a hands-on cycle of live demonstration and guided lab practice.

Harness AI for Defense: You'll integrate generative AI tools into your daily workflows to accelerate incident response and stay one step ahead of digital attacks.

Supercharge Your Job Search: Work directly with dedicated career coaches and leverage AI tools to develop a tailored resume, practice for technical and behavior interviewing, and learn to present your technical skills with poise so you can launch your career with confidence.

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Is This Right for You?

  • You may be successful in this training if you want to advance your career in cybersecurity and you:

    • Have prior IT experience and are ready for an accelerated learning experience.
    • Are detail-oriented and enjoy working through complex problems.
    • Have patience for analyzing security data and connecting details to identify threats.
    • Can commit 35 hours weekly to instruction, labs, and career prep (plus 10–20 hours studying outside class).

What You'll Learn

  • By the end of the training, you'll be able to:

    • Set up network security measures like firewalls and virtual private networks to protect against unauthorized access.
    • Identify digital threats and act as a first responder to neutralize security incidents step by step.
    • Conduct real-time security monitoring, analyze event logs, and create custom alerts using Splunk.
    • Recognize network weaknesses and apply steps to reduce risks and improve an organization's overall security.
    • Use generative AI tools to analyze threat data faster and improve your incident response workflow.

How You'll Learn

Build confidence by practicing the same types of security incidents you'll encounter on the job.

  • Hands-On Training

    Every lesson begins with a real security scenario. Your instructor sets up the problem, shows you the tool in action, and then you work through it yourself in a hands-on lab before tackling a new problem alone – spending most of your time inside real tools like Splunk, watching dashboards, and writing the kind of incident reports a security team actually uses.

  • Career Preparation

    Every part of the course ends with a hands-on task you complete and get feedback on, plus weekly time with a career coach to prepare your resume, practice interviewing, and confidently launch your job search.

Career Opportunities After Training

  • After completing the program, you'll be prepared to pursue roles such as:

    • Cybersecurity Analyst
    • SOC Analyst
    • Computer Support Specialist

    In these roles, you'll serve as an organization's first line of defense against cyber threats – monitoring network environments, investigating security alerts, configuring firewalls, and writing detailed incident reports.

  • Your Career Can Grow From Here

    Because cybersecurity builds on a foundation of general technology, graduates without prior professional tech or network engineering experience often begin in foundational IT support roles like Computer Support Specialist before advancing toward specialized roles like Cybersecurity or SOC Analys and eventually more advanced roles like Senior Security Analyst, Incident Responder, IT Security Engineer, or Cybersecurity Manager. Digital defense also creates a strong foundation for future career paths in penetration testing, compliance, and security architecture.

  • What to Expect

    • Most graduates begin in entry-level roles that may be on-site, hybrid, or remote depending on the employer and local market.
    • Your first job is a stepping stone to build experience and grow into specialized security roles over time.

Cybersecurity with AI Tools