Cybersecurity, BS

The Cybersecurity program targets the growth in low or no-code Cybersecurity roles. Students will gain a deep understanding of the security landscape and experience with modern no-code tools covered in this program.

This program includes online courses as part of the curriculum through our partnership with Rize. These offer students cutting-edge curriculum, greater scheduling flexibility, access to nationwide experts in the field, and access to even more resume-ready skills. Rize courses may not be taken for electives.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

• Students will be able to develop and implement security plans to safeguard data against attacks by applying industry-standard frameworks for threat detection.
• Students will be able to construct and deploy security controls and countermeasures in network and system environments to protect systems from common attacks.
• Students will be able to develop and implement robust security policies, procedures, and emergency measures that comply with legal and governmental requirements and protect individual rights.
• Students will be able to conduct incident investigations using modern forensic tools and execute response and recovery plans to minimize the impact of security events.
• Students will be able to develop and execute ethical hacking strategies, utilizing industry-standard tools and techniques to discover vulnerabilities within networks and systems.
• Students will be able to analyze complex cybersecurity challenges, evaluate potential solutions, and implement effective strategies to mitigate risks and protect against threats.