Online Bachelor of Applied Science ā Cyber Security
George Mason University
This online completion program allows students to leverage previous associate-level education to earn a degree focused on the practical application of cybersecurity principles.
What You'll Learn
ā¢ Design and implement secure network architectures and defense mechanisms against cyber threats ā¢ Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and ethical hacking exercises to identify security weaknesses ā¢ Investigate cyber incidents, collect digital evidence, and perform forensic analysis following chain of custody procedures ā¢ Develop secure code, apply cryptographic principles, and manage risk through compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO standards)
Typical Courses
1. Network Security 2. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 3. Digital Forensics and Incident Response 4. Cryptography and Encryption 5. Secure Software Development 6. Cybersecurity Risk Management and Compliance
Career Paths
1. Cybersecurity Analyst 2. Penetration Tester 3. Digital Forensics Investigator 4. Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager
Information Security Analyst: $103,000