BS in Cybersecurity
University of Maine at Augusta
A practice-oriented bachelor's degree that aligns with industry standards to prepare students for professional careers in cybersecurity defense.
What You'll Learn
ā¢ Identify, defend against, and respond to cyber threats including malware, denial-of-service attacks, and zero-day exploits[1] ā¢ Design and implement security controls, access management frameworks, and network defense strategies using industry tools and encryption standards[1] ā¢ Investigate cybercriminal activities through digital forensics techniques while maintaining legal and ethical compliance[1] ā¢ Apply cryptographic principles and data analytics to secure digital communications and detect malicious network activity[1]
Typical Courses
1. Foundations of Cybersecurity[1] 2. Network Security Design and Hardening[3] 3. Cryptography and Applied Encryption[1] 4. Digital Forensics and Incident Response[1][3] 5. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing[3] 6. Systems Security Management and Access Controls[1]
Career Paths
1. Cybersecurity Analyst[2] 2. Digital Forensics Investigator[1] 3. Information Security Manager[1] 4. Penetration Tester[1]
Information Security Analyst: $102,000