Cybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure Protection, B.S.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection prepares students to protect the digital and physical systems that power modern society, including energy grids, transportation networks, healthcare systems, financial services, and government operations. The program builds a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, network defense, programming, risk management, incident response, and security architecture, while helping students understand how critical infrastructure systems operate and how they are targeted by evolving cyber threats.
Through a curriculum that blends technical training with policy, compliance, and strategic thinking, students explore areas such as cryptography, cloud security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and AI-driven cybersecurity. Hands-on labs, simulations, and applied projects give students practical experience in identifying vulnerabilities, responding to incidents, and designing security solutions for real-world environments. Graduates are prepared for careers in cybersecurity across government, private industry, and critical infrastructure sectors.
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PLO 1. Execute cybersecurity strategies for critical infrastructure.
PLO 2. Perform penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and forensic investigations to detect and mitigate cyber threats.
PLO 3. Apply security frameworks, compliance standards, and regulatory requirements, including ISO 27001, NIST RMF, and CISA guidelines.
PLO 4. Utilize industry-standard tools and technologies, including Kali Linux, Metasploit, Splunk, Wireshark, AWS Security Services, and ICS/SCADA security solutions.
PLO 5. Analyze cyber risk in financial terms, integrating risk quantification, cyber insurance, and governance strategies.
PLO 6. Prepare for professional cybersecurity certifications, ensuring career readiness in SOC operations, red teaming, digital forensics, and cybersecurity leadership.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Code | Title | Credits |
| General Education Program | 49 |
FS1 | Understanding College | 1 |
WRI1 | Writing | 3 |
OC1 | Presentation | 3 |
QR1 | Mathematics | 4 |
MAT-2202 | Calculus I |
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DL | Digital Literacy | 3 |
IT-1001 | Computer Tools |
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ALC | Arts and Literature across Cultures | 6 |
NSS | Natural Sciences | 6 |
EP | Ethics and Philosophy | 6 |
PHI-1114 | Logic and Argumentation |
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| Choose one EP course |
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SSS | Social Sciences | 6 |
HGP | Historical and Global Perspectives | 6 |
FH | Personal Wellness | 2 |
| Choose one Health Science Course |
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RS | Religion | 3 |
| Major Requirements | 49 |
CS-1000 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
CS-2000 | Discrete Structures | 3 |
IT-1103 | Computer-Based Information Systems | 3 |
IT-1104 | Programming I | 3 |
IT-3101 | IT Law and Ethics | 4 |
CYB-2000 | Critical Infrastructure Security Foundations | 3 |
CYB-2002 | TSA/CISA Compliance and Risk Management | 3 |
CYB-3000 | Cybersecurity Leadership and Strategy | 3 |
CYB-3001 | Threat Detection and Incident Response | 3 |
CYB-3002 | Security Architecture for Critical Systems | 3 |
CYB-3003 | Cloud Security Architecture | 3 |
CYB-4998 | Capstone: Critical Infrastructure Protection | 3 |
| Select four of the following: | 12 |
CYB-3011 | Industrial Control Systems Security |
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CYB-3010 | Cybersecurity Risk Quantification and Financial Impact |
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CYB-3012 | Offensive Security and Ethical Hacking for Critical Infrastructure |
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CYB-3013 | Supply Chain Security Management |
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CYB-3014 | Transportations Systems Cybersecurity |
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CYB-4010 | Advanced Digital Forensics and Incident Investigation |
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| Liberal Arts | 18 |
| General Electives | 6 |
| Total Credits | 122 |
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
CURRICULUM HIGHLIGHTS
• Critical Infrastructure Security Foundations
• TSA/CISA Compliance and Risk Management
• Threat Detection and Incident Response
• Cybersecurity Leadership and Strategy
• Transportation Systems Cybersecurity
• Financial Services Security
• Emerging Technologies in Critical Infrastructure
• Critical Infrastructure Protection Capstone
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the BS in Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection are prepared for roles in cybersecurity operations, digital forensics, risk management, cloud security, and critical infrastructure protection. With a strong foundation in security principles, threat analysis, and applied problem-solving, students are equipped to help protect systems, networks, and sensitive data across a wide range of industries.
Career pathways may include:
· Cybersecurity Analyst
· SOC Analyst or Incident Responder
· Digital Forensics Investigator
· Risk and Compliance Specialist
· Cloud Security Specialist
· Critical Infrastructure Security Specialist