Cybersecurity (AS)

The Associate of Science in Cybersecurity prepares graduates to enter an exciting, challenging, and increasingly in-demand field. Guided by industry standards, the degree program prepares students to solve complex problems, respond to cyber threats, assess risk, and apply cutting-edge security techniques. Graduates of the program will demonstrate these abilities while developing a perspective of the cybersecurity field that integrates theory and application. Beginning with a solid foundation in computer technology, networking, and system administration, students develop the skills and confidence necessary for exploring modern cybersecurity theories through authentic, hands-on learning experiences. As students progress through the program, they will develop the diverse knowledge, skills, abilities, and dispositions needed to succeed as an entry-level cybersecurity professional or pursue further academic study in the cybersecurity field.