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Online BS in Cybersecurity

Norwich University

Location
Northfield, VT
Format
Online
Cost/Year
$45,000
Job Growth
0.32%

This degree prepares students to protect computer systems and networks from cyber threats through technical proficiency and policy knowledge.

What You'll Learn

• Implement network defenses using firewalls, IDS/IPS, and secure protocols. • Conduct penetration testing and ethical hacking to identify vulnerabilities. • Perform digital forensics and evidence preservation for incident investigations. • Apply cryptography and encryption to protect data and communications.

Typical Courses

1. Introduction to Cybersecurity 2. Network Security 3. Ethical Hacking / Penetration Testing 4. Digital Forensics 5. Cryptography 6. Incident Response & Disaster Recovery

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 equivalent is required, along with a minimum GPA (typically 2.5–3.0) and optional SAT/ACT scores. Transfer students may need prior college credits in math or IT fundamentals.