BS in Cybersecurity
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
This joint program between engineering and business trains students in both technical defense and the managerial aspects of information security.
What You'll Learn
ā¢ Design and implement secure network architectures and defense mechanisms ā¢ Identify vulnerabilities, conduct threat assessments, and develop mitigation strategies ā¢ Apply cryptographic techniques and authentication protocols to protect sensitive data ā¢ Respond to security incidents and analyze breach patterns using forensic methods
Typical Courses
1. Network Security 2. Cryptography and Encryption 3. Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing 4. Cybersecurity Fundamentals 5. Incident Response and Threat Analysis 6. Security Architecture and Design
Career Paths
1. Cybersecurity Analyst 2. Security Engineer 3. Penetration Tester 4. Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Cybersecurity Analyst: $102,000 Security Engineer: $120,000 Penetration Tester: $115,000