Information Technology and Cybersecurity

Bachelor of Science

CurriculumAccreditation

Information Technology and Security has become one of the highest demand areas by employers. Information, whether personal or business, is extremely valuable and there will always be individuals looking for ways to acquire it. Organizations need technology professionals who understand and can defend against the many threats to protect their valuable assets and run secure networks in today’s global business environment.  Earning an Information Technology and Cybersecurity degree prepares graduates for careers in network and computer systems administration; computer user support; information assurance and risk management; and cybersecurity. Leveraging specialized skills and an understanding of business processes, students develop, troubleshoot, support, and protect computer networks to help organizations operate more effectively and securely.  The cybersecurity concentration builds upon and adds focus to the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and Cybersecurity degree. Cybersecurity analysts are critical members of an IT team, helping to protect the computer software, hardware and networks that link an organization’s employees, suppliers, clients, customers and other users.  We developed our concentration in cybersecurity with significant input from experts and organizational leaders across multiple industries. Graduates can continue their education with a Master of Science in Information Systems degree.