šŸ” Cybersecurity

Online Bachelor of Information Technology – Cybersecurity

Georgia Southern University

Location
Statesboro, GA
Format
Online
Cost/Year
$44,160
Job Growth
0.13%

A flexible online undergraduate program focusing on the protection of organizational digital assets and the governance of secure information networks.

What You'll Learn

• Design and manage secure network infrastructures to protect against cyber threats and unauthorized access • Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents using digital forensics and threat analysis techniques • Evaluate and implement security controls, compliance frameworks, and organizational security policies • Apply ethical hacking methodologies to identify vulnerabilities and assess system security posture

Typical Courses

1. Network Security Management 2. Digital Forensics and Cybercrime Investigation 3. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 4. Cybersecurity Foundations and Principles 5. Information Systems Security and Assurance 6. Incident Response and Security Administration

Career Paths

1. Security Analyst 2. Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker 3. Network Security Engineer 4. Incident Response Specialist

Cybersecurity Specialist: $102,000 Security Analyst: $97,000 Network Security Engineer: $110,000 Information Security Manager: $130,000

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 competitive GPA (typically 2.5 or higher). Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) may be required depending on institutional policy; some online programs waive these requirements for adult learners.