BS in Information Technology in Cybersecurity

Walsh College

This hands-on bachelor’s degree prepares students for cybersecurity roles by devising critical risk management strategies and assessing technology standards to achieve organizational goals.

What You'll Learn

• Design and implement network defense strategies, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems to protect organizational infrastructure • Identify, analyze, and respond to cyber threats including malware, phishing attacks, and distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks[1] • Conduct ethical hacking and penetration testing to evaluate system vulnerabilities and security posture[2] • Investigate cybercriminal activities through digital forensics techniques while maintaining legal and regulatory compliance[1][3]

Typical Courses

1. Network Security and Network Hardening[2][3] 2. Cryptography and Applied Encryption[1][2] 3. Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking[2] 4. Digital Forensics and Incident Investigation[1][2] 5. Secure Software Development and Secure Coding[2] 6. Systems Security Management and Access Control[1]

Career Paths

1. Network Security Administrator 2. Cybersecurity Analyst 3. Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker 4. Digital Forensics Investigator