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BS in Cybersecurity

Charter Oak State College

Location
New Britain, CT
Format
Online
Cost/Year
$39,480
Job Growth
0.32%

This career-oriented bachelor's program prepares students for roles in information assurance and the protection of critical electronic infrastructure and digital assets.

What You'll Learn

• Identify and mitigate cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. • Implement network security measures and intrusion detection systems. • Conduct ethical hacking and penetration testing to assess system weaknesses. • Perform digital forensics and incident response investigations.

Typical Courses

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

Career Paths

1. Cybersecurity Analyst 2. Network Security Engineer 3. Penetration Tester 4. Incident Response Specialist

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 equivalent is required, along with a minimum GPA (typically 2.0–2.5); SAT/ACT scores are optional for most programs.