BS in Cybersecurity
Troy University
An undergraduate program led by experienced faculty that prepares students to master the technical skills needed to defend information systems from modern threats.
What You'll Learn
ā¢ Design and implement defensive security measures to protect networks, systems, and digital information from cyber threats ā¢ Conduct ethical hacking assessments and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities before attackers exploit them ā¢ Investigate security breaches and perform digital forensics to trace intrusions and establish chains of custody ā¢ Apply cryptographic techniques and secure coding practices to develop resilient software and protect sensitive data
Typical Courses
1. Network Security Design and Hardening 2. Cryptography and Encryption Systems 3. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 4. Digital Forensics and Incident Response 5. Secure Software Development 6. Mobile and Wireless Security
Career Paths
1. Cybersecurity Analyst 2. Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker 3. Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst 4. Information Security Manager
Cybersecurity Analyst: $102,000 Senior Security Engineer: $135,000 Penetration Tester: $110,000 Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager: $125,000