Diploma in Enterprise Linux & Application Security Engineering
This diploma prepares students for technical roles in network and systems administration within modern enterprise and cloud environments. The program focuses on the installation, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Linux servers and networked computer systems. Students develop hands-on skills in network configuration, system deployment, user and access management, cloud infrastructure support (AWS/Azure), scripting for system automation, and infrastructure monitoring. The curriculum emphasizes practical system administration, network operations, service deployment, and secure infrastructure support using industry-standard administrative tools.
Graduates are prepared to support and maintain networked systems, manage enterprise Linux environments, assist in cloud infrastructure operations, and troubleshoot connectivity and server-related issues in organizational settings. This diploma supports career pathways in network administration, Linux system administration, cloud support, and infrastructure operations.
What to expect:
Mode of Delivery
Combination of Online Synchronous (instructor-led sessions with real-time labs) & Online Asynchronous (self-paced content and cloud-based lab access)
Duration
50 weeks / 1100 Hours
Tuition
Local $16,940 / Intl $19,540 CAD
Certification
Diploma
Intake
Semester Wise
Admission Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (OSSD or
internationally recognized qualification) or - Be at least 18 years of age and be a mature
student and pass a Superintendent approved
qualifying test (Wonderlic) and - English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or higher (if applicable)
Program Curriculum:
- IT Foundations: Hardware, OS & Command Line
- Networking Fundamentals & Internet Protocols
- Intro to Scripting & Version Control
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
- Scripting & Automation for Linux Security
- Cloud Platforms & Security for Linux Systems (AWS/Azure)
- LAMP Technology (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP)
- Linux System Security & Kali Linux for Ethical Hacking
- OWASP Top 10 for Web & Mobile Applications
- Web Application Security Testing
- Mobile Application Security (Android/iOS Basics)
- Secure API Development and Testing
- DevSecOps & CI/CD Pipeline Security
- Secure Coding Practices with Python
- Career Planning, Personal Branding & AI Job Tools
- Capstone Project: Secure Full-Stack Deployment & Audit
Key Learning Outcomes:
- Strong foundation in Linux OS, networking, and system security
- Proficiency in Shell and Python scripting for automation and security tasks
- Administration and security hardening of the LAMP stack
- Application security testing for Web, Mobile, and API environments
- Cloud security configuration and management in AWS and Azure
- Implementation of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices
- Deployment and hardening of secure Linux environments
- Infrastructure automation using Ansible
- Vulnerability scanning and security testing of applications
- Secure configuration of cloud infrastructure
- Professional documentation and presentation of security assessments
Program Outcomes:
- Manage and secure enterprise Linux systems (Red Hat, Ubuntu)
- Automate system administration using Ansible
- Perform vulnerability assessments on web, mobile, and API applications
- Deploy and secure cloud-based Linux infrastructure (AWS/Azure)
- Apply OWASP standards for application security
- Communicate security risks and reports effectively
Certification Positioning:
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
- Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- OWASP Web & Mobile Testing
- API Security Professional (optional)
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Job Market Potential
Median Income by Roles:
Systems Administrator ($70k–$75k): Typical for mid-level professionals managing servers, user access, and core IT infrastructure.
Linux / Systems Administrator ($77k–$85k): Reflects demand for specialized Linux skills and broader responsibility over production systems.
Network Administrator (around $100k): Common for experienced professionals overseeing complex networks, routing, security, and uptime.
Cybersecurity Analyst / Specialist ($90k–$95k): Aligned with high-demand security roles focused on threat detection, incident response, and compliance.
Entry-level Security Analyst ($50k–$70k): Typical for early-career professionals in SOC, monitoring, and basic security operations in most markets.
Possible Job Titles:
Linux System Administrator, Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, Cloud Systems Administrator (AWS/Azure), Cloud Support Engineer, Infrastructure Support Administrator, DevOps Engineer (Junior), DevSecOps Engineer (Junior), Application Security Analyst, Cybersecurity Analyst (Infrastructure-Focused), Security Operations (SOC) Analyst, Web Server Administrator, Database Administrator (Junior), Infrastructure Security Analyst, Site Reliability Engineer (Junior)
These roles align with NOC 2021 codes: 22220, 21222, 22221
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