BS in Cybersecurity

University of Saint Mary

This online program emphasizes computer forensics and information system defense to prepare students for careers in IT and data security.

What You'll Learn

• Implement network security measures including firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS. • Conduct ethical hacking and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities. • Perform digital forensics and evidence acquisition for incident investigations. • Apply cryptography principles for data encryption and secure 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. Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst 4. Digital Forensics Investigator