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BS in Cybersecurity

Campbell University

Location
Buies Creek, NC
Format
On-Campus, Online
Cost/Year
$55,800
Job Growth
0.13%

This degree equips students with technical and analytical skills to protect computer networks and data from rapidly evolving cyber threats.

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement secure network architectures to defend against cyber threats • Conduct penetration testing and vulnerability assessments to identify security weaknesses • Perform digital forensics investigations to trace security breaches and collect evidence • Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, compliance frameworks, and risk management strategies

Typical Courses

1. Network Security 2. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 3. Digital Forensics 4. Cryptography and Encryption 5. Incident Response and Disaster Recovery 6. Security Operations and SIEM Tools

Career Paths

1. Cybersecurity Analyst 2. Penetration Tester 3. Security Engineer 4. Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

Cybersecurity Analyst: $102,000 Security Engineer: $115,000 Penetration Tester: $108,000 Security Architect: $130,000

Program Details

ScheduleFlexible
Duration4 years
Specialization 1Cybersecurity (General)
Specialization 2Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy
Top RoleCybersecurity Analyst
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Admission:Applicants must hold a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and submit official transcripts from all previous institutions.[3] A background check is required due to the security-sensitive nature of the program.