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Information Technology & Cybersecurity Dept.<\/h1>\n

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The Information Technology & Cybersecurity Department prepares students for careers managing and protecting the technology that organizations rely on every day. Programs focus on practical skills in IT support, networking, systems administration, databases, and cybersecurity.<\/p>\n

Students can choose from occupational skills awards, certificates, associate degrees, and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity, allowing them to enter the workforce quickly or advance in their current IT careers. Courses emphasize hands-on learning and industry-relevant technologies to prepare graduates for roles such as network administrator, IT support specialist, cybersecurity analyst, and systems technician.<\/p>\n

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Explore the opportunities below \u2193<\/a><\/h2>\n

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Learn about CIT Career Tracks here<\/h2>\n

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Want to defend the internet from viruses, worms, and spyware?<\/p>\n

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Prepares the student for transfer to a four-year university into a Bachelor of Science Business Administration degree with Management Information Systems<\/strong> (MIS) or Computer Information Systems<\/strong> (CIS) concentration.<\/p>\n

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Computer Science & Information Technology Departmental Advising<\/h2>\n

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Did you know that in addition to your ACC Area of Study advisor, you also have access to\u00a0on-going departmental advising<\/strong>?<\/p>\n

Ask a question, explore your options, or check in to make sure you’re on track. If you have specific questions about CSIT courses, you can speak to the AoS Advising or Departmental Advising.<\/p>\n

Schedule an advising session today<\/strong>!<\/p>\n

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\u201cProfessor Dan Schmidt was instrumental in helping me navigate my course load and refine my technical knowledge. The Veterans Affairs staff also deserves credit for making the college experience accessible and positive. Professor Fred Lover has been an invaluable resource and wealth of knowledge as well.\u201d<\/div>\n
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– Anthony P., ACC student\u00a0<\/div>\n
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\u201cI\u2019m building a future that honors the sacrifices of my wife, Christy\u2014my cornerstone\u2014and creates a legacy of education, ownership, and service for my children.\u201d \u2013 Anthony Primm, ACC Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity student<\/span><\/p>\n

For Anthony Primm, the journey to Austin Community College District (ACC) was shaped by generations of perseverance and a drive to turn adversity into opportunity.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cMy story starts with my grandfather. Like many others seeking opportunity, he ventured out to California, where he joined and served in the U.S. Army. After his service, he became a bus driver and later a real estate agent, eventually building a portfolio of eight properties in what would later become Silicon Valley.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

That foundation would carry Anthony through some of life\u2019s most difficult chapters.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThe first seven years of my life were spent on the streets. I remember begging for food\u2014or stealing it when I had to. My grandmother did what she could, sending boxes filled with food\u2014steaks, vegetables\u2014but my mother would sell them for money.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Eventually, his aunt Karen stepped in and adopted Anthony and his siblings, changing the course of his life.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAfter the adoption, I lived a life I never could\u2019ve imagined. Having three meals a day and a roof over my head would have been enough, but we had so much more: private piano lessons, sports, school events.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

While he experienced more comfort in life, Anthony still carried the weight of his past.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI carried a chip on my shoulder. I felt like the world owed me something because of what I\u2019d been through. I had a sharp mind but a bad attitude.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Still, he channeled that intensity into learning\u2014and accelerated through high school, graduating at just 15 through an alternative program. At 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, following in the footsteps of every man in his family before him.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cMy adoptive father (Uncle Al) taught me how a man should live and the importance of integrity. In the military, my love for learning led me to explore several fields. I trained as an Abrams tank mechanic and later became a combat medic, deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan. I also supported Special Forces operations. Unfortunately, a spinal injury would cut my military career short\u2014but it also opened the door to a new one.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

While a spinal injury ended his military career early, it opened the door for his next phase in life. The next chapter included launching a business, raising a family of six children, and committing himself to lifelong learning.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAfter exiting the military and launching a business, I realized that formal education could both sharpen my technical skills and position me for leadership roles in the private sector. I wanted my kids to see that it\u2019s never too late to bet on yourself.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

This is where ACC comes in.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cAs a 100% permanently disabled veteran, Texas provides free tuition benefits. ACC offered both affordability and a strong cybersecurity program, flexible scheduling, and a supportive community\u2014ideal for someone balancing school, business, and family.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

At 36, Anthony is pursuing an Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity and expects to graduate in 2026. Through the support from faculty and staff, Anthony found the belonging and connection he needed to succeed.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cProfessor Dan Schmidt was instrumental in helping me navigate my course load and refine my technical knowledge. The Veterans Affairs staff also deserves credit for making the college experience accessible and positive. Professor Fred Lover has been an invaluable resource and wealth of knowledge as well.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Today, Anthony is the Chief Operating Officer of Black Tower Consulting Group, a cybersecurity and compliance firm he co-founded with his wife. Together, they\u2019re building a mission-driven company that safeguards critical infrastructure and creates generational value.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cCybersecurity aligns with both my military background and my entrepreneurial goals. It allows me to protect what matters\u2014people, systems, and information\u2014while also building a business that creates generational value.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Next up? Completing his degree, enrolling in ACC\u2019s Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Cybersecurity. He plans to pursue a graduate program focused on leadership or mergers and acquisitions.<\/span><\/p>\n

His advice to those wondering if it\u2019s their time: \u201cStart. Whether you\u2019re 18 or 58, the right time is when you decide to take yourself seriously. Use every resource, show up, and keep your \u2018why\u2019 in front of you.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

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