Occupational Building
Room 212
1801 Sunset Avenue
Clinton, NC 28328
910.900.4099
8:00AM-4:00PM
Department Chair: Ricky Tyree
rtyree@sampsoncc.edu
Office Location: O-206
Systems Security is a concentration under the Information Technology program.
This curriculum provides individuals with the skills required to analyze and implement effective and comprehensive information security controls.
Graduates should qualify for employment in entry-level positions with businesses, educational systems, and governmental agencies that rely on computer systems to design and manage information.
The program incorporates the competencies of industry-recognized certification exams.
Rick Tyree is the Department Chair and IT instructor at Sampson Community College. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Mass Communications from UNC Pembroke and a Master of Arts in IT Management from Webster University. He has over 15 years of experience in IT education, training, and industry, teaching subjects including Cybersecurity, Networking, Linux, Windows, Server Administration, hardware/software support, and Virtualization. His certifications include CompTIA A+, Cisco CCST Networking, Cisco CCST IT Support, Cisco CCST Cybersecurity, Palo Alto Networks ACE 8.1, and he is a Palo Alto Networks Certified Instructor.
Caroline Chestnutt is an Information Technology Instructor teaching courses in cybersecurity, Windows administration, and programming. She recieved her Master of Science in Cybersecurity (Cybersecurity Management) and Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity from Regent University. She holds an Associate of Applied Science in Information Technology (Network Management). Caroline also holds industry certifications, including Cisco CCST Networking, Cisco CCST Cybersecurity, CCST IT Support, Cisco Certificate in Ethical Hacking, and Palo Alto Networks ACE 8.1.
Contact Ms. Chestnutt: cchestnutt@sampsoncc.edu | Office: O-205 | 910.900.4082
