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Online BS in Cybersecurity

Central Methodist University

Location
Fayette, MO
Format
Online
Cost/Year
$30,300
Job Growth
0.32%

This flexible online degree teaches students to protect data and networks from intrusions through applied technical and administrative training.

What You'll Learn

• Implement network defenses and firewalls to protect systems from threats. • Conduct penetration testing and ethical hacking to identify vulnerabilities. • Perform digital forensics and evidence collection for incident investigations. • Apply cryptography and encryption techniques for secure data protection.

Typical Courses

1. Network Security 2. Introduction to Cybersecurity 3. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 4. Digital Forensics 5. Cryptography 6. Incident Response and Cyber Defense

Career Paths

1. Cybersecurity Analyst 2. Penetration Tester 3. Incident Response Specialist 4. Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Cybersecurity Analyst: $95,000

Program Details

ScheduleFlexible
Duration4 years
Specialization 1Cybersecurity (General)
Specialization 2Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy
Top RoleCybersecurity Analyst
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Admission:High school diploma or GED required with minimum GPA of 2.5-3.0; SAT/ACT scores optional for most programs.