Online BS in Cybersecurity
American Public University System
This fully online program explores the tactics used to thwart cybercriminals and protect critical information technology assets.
What You'll Learn
ā¢ Design and implement secure network architectures using firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems ā¢ Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify security weaknesses ā¢ Perform digital forensics investigations and incident response procedures ā¢ Apply cryptographic principles and risk management frameworks (NIST, ISO) to protect organizational assets
Typical Courses
1. Network Security 2. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 3. Digital Forensics and Incident Response 4. Cryptography and Encryption 5. Security Operations and SIEM Tools 6. Cybersecurity Risk Management and Compliance
Career Paths
1. Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst 2. Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker 3. Information Security Analyst 4. Cybersecurity Systems Administrator
Information Security Analyst: $102,600 Cybersecurity Engineer: $120,000 Security Operations Center Analyst: $75,000 Penetration Tester: $98,500