BCC to Hold Workforce CompTIA Security Certification Virtual Trainings

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Community College's Workforce and Community Education department will hold a CompTIA Security-plus Certification virtual training beginning on March 31.
 
The 13-week training will occur online on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and run through June 25. Scholarships are available for eligible students. 
 
This training will equip participants with essential cybersecurity skills and prepare them for the CompTIA Security-plus certification exam. This industry-recognized certification validates the ability to secure networks, detect threats, and protect data.  
 
This course is ideal for individuals with CompTIA-plus certifications seeking advancement, information technology professionals looking to specialize in cybersecurity, and anyone working in the IT workforce aiming for career growth. 
 
This is not an introductory course. CompTIA recommends: CompTIA Network-plus and two years' experience working in a security/systems administrator role. 
 
Participants of this training will learn general security concepts and operations, threats, vulnerabilities and mitigations, security architecture and security program management and oversight. 
 
To register for the training, visit www.berkshirecc.edu/workforce. For more information, contact the Workforce and Community Education team at 413-236-2115. 

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Pittsfield Sewer Lining Replacement Projects

PITTSFIELD, Mass.—; The City's Department of Public Services and Utilities sewer lining replacement project continues the week of Dec. 8.
 
The sewer lining will be replaced in several locations as outlined in the schedule below. This work includes lining aging sewer pipes to help prevent future breaks within the sewer line. There should be minimal to no impact on residential sewer lines during this work.
  • Dec. 8-10: Danforth Avenue (7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
  • Dec. 11: Wahconah Street, between North Street and Seymour Street & Park Street between
  • Wahconah Street and Seymour Street (Overnight work-6:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.)
    • During this time, Wahconah Street, from North Street to Seymour Street, and Park Street, from Wahconah Street to Seymour Street, will be closed to traffic. Residents and emergency vehicles will be allowed to enter and exit the street if necessary. For more information about this project, please contact the Water Department at (413) 499-9339.
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