Applied Cybersecurity, Minor
The Applied Cybersecurity minor offers students specialized knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, emphasizing practical, operational applications. Develop skills in applied and operational cybersecurity and gain hands-on experience through electives and practical experience via paid, for-credit internships and capstone projects in partnership with industry.
Program Overview
The Applied Cybersecurity minor prepares students for a variety of roles in cybersecurity, enhancing their ability to safeguard information and systems in an increasingly digital world. It will equip you with the essential knowledge and practical skills to protect digital environments.
Gain an understanding of core cybersecurity concepts and principles and learn to identify common threats, vulnerabilities, and attack methods. You will utilize key cybersecurity tools, software, and technologies through hands-on experience while learning how to detect, respond to, and mitigate cybersecurity incidents efficiently.
Students in this minor also explore the principles of cryptography and demonstrate knowledge of cybersecurity policies, standards, and procedures.
Why study Applied Cybersecurity
Professional Demand
With the increasing frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks, organizations across all sectors need skilled cybersecurity professionals.
Versatile Skill Set
Cybersecurity skills and knowledge can be applied across various fields such as computer science, business, finance, and healthcare.
Hands-On Experience
Students strengthen their technical skills and apply knowledge learned in the classroom through hands-on learning experiences, paid, for-credit internships, and research projects.
Evolving Curriculum
CECS is dedicated to staying at the forefront of change. Cybersecurity curriculum is updated to reflect the evolving nature of technology, ensuring students learn the latest skills.
Hands-On Experience
Students get hands-on experience in cybersecurity through project-based learning, paid, for-credit internships, and research opportunities, allowing them to learn in real-world settings.
Career Growth
With the increase in cybersecurity attacks, career opportunities in cybersecurity across various sectors is rapidly growing, making cybersecurity an in-demand skill set for employers.
What can you do with a minor in Applied Cybersecurity?
A minor in Applied Cybersecurity gives students the foundational skills and knowledge to pursue rewarding careers in cybersecurity across disciplines.
Ethical Hacker
An Ethical Hacker tests the security of computer systems, networks, and applications by attempting to exploit vulnerabilities in a controlled environment. They identify and fix security weaknesses before malicious hackers can exploit them. They help strengthen an organization’s defenses and improve overall security.
Vulnerability Assessor
A Vulnerability Assessor evaluates an organization’s systems to identify security weaknesses that could be exploited by cyber threats. They use specialized tools and techniques to scan for vulnerabilities, analyze the potential impact of these weaknesses, and prioritize them based on risk levels, helping to ensure an organization’s security.
Network Security Specialist
A Network Security Specialist protects an organization’s network infrastructure from unauthorized access, attacks, and other security threats. They design, implement, and manage security measures such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols to safeguard data and maintain network integrity.
Compliance Analyst
A Compliance Analyst ensures that an organization adheres to legal and regulatory requirements related to cybersecurity and data protection. They review and analyze the organization’s policies, procedures, and practices to ensure they align with industry standards and conduct regular audits and risk assessments.
Featured Courses
Applied Cybersecurity courses are comprehensive and hands-on, equipping students with the skills required in today’s data-driven world.
CYBR 101
Introduction to Cybersecurity Concepts
Develop a broad overview of cybersecurity concepts, including the nature of cyber attacks and the identification and mitigation of attacks from the perspective of applications in real-world scenarios and sectors. Discuss ethics, privacy, and the governance and policy around cybersecurity as well as terminology, approaches, and underlying technologies used in cybersecurity.
CYBR 201
Introduction to Cryptography and Data Protection
This course introduces the basic mathematical ideas, implementations, and vulnerabilities of methods to keep sensitive data safe against malicious attacks, and to authenticate electronic documents publicly available.
CYBR 202
Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools
This course introduces a variety of cybersecurity tools used for monitoring, analyzing, and securing computer systems and networks. Topics include network scanning, vulnerability assessment, intrusion detection, encryption, and incident response. Practical hands-on exercises will be an integral part of the course.
CYBR 302
Cybersecurity Risk Management
This course focuses on the principles and practices of cybersecurity risk management. Learn to identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks within an organizational context. Topics include risk assessment methodologies, risk treatment strategies, regulatory compliance, and the integration of risk management into the cybersecurity lifecycle
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