AP Cybersecurity

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Why Take AP Cybersecurity?

Learn how to stop hackers, protect data, and defend the digital world. From cracking codes to outsmarting cyber threats, you’ll build the skills that tech pros use every day—and yes, people get paid to do this. With a qualifying AP Exam score, you’ll have the opportunity to earn college credit and advanced placement, plus an employer-endorsed credential.  

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Cybersecurity in Action

Prepare to take on cybersecurity challenges in places you wouldn’t expect. Here are some examples from the course:

Conduct a vulnerability assessment of a lab.

Explore the Lab Scenario

Protect a network on a naval submarine.

Explore the Sub Scenario

Design secure connected farm equipment.

Explore the Farm Scenario

Secure top-secret pharmaceutical research.

Explore the Sensitive Data Scenario

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