Cybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure Protection, B.S.
Program Overview
A Cybersecurity & Critical Infrastructure Protection, B.S. program focuses on safeguarding the digital and physical systems that society depends on—such as energy grids, transportation networks, water systems, and financial services. Students learn core cybersecurity principles including network defense, ethical hacking, risk management, and incident response, while also studying how critical infrastructure systems operate and how they are targeted by cyber threats. The curriculum typically blends technical training (like programming, cryptography, and security architecture) with policy, law, and national security topics, preparing graduates to protect essential services from attacks, disruptions, and vulnerabilities. Through hands-on labs, simulations, and sometimes internships, students gain practical experience in identifying threats and implementing security solutions, leading to careers in government agencies, private industry, and security consulting.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Core Courses | 18
CS 6001 Foundations of Programming | 3
CS 6002 Computer Organization and Architecture | 3
CS 6003 Design and Analysis of Algorithm | 3
CS 6004 Principles of Programming Languages | 3
IT 6004 Database Management | 3
IT 6005 Comparative Study of Operating Systems | 3
CS 6005 Software Engineering | 3
Select TWO of the following | 6
IT 6001 Information Systems for Managers | 3
IT 6002 Systems Analysis and Design | 3
IT 6003 Computer Network and Security | 3
BAN 6001 Business Analysis for Managers | 3
BAN 6003 Data Mining | 3
BAN 6300 Emerging Issues of Technology in Analytics | 3
CS 6998 Capstone Project in Computer Science | 3
Total Credits Required | 30
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES
PLO 1: Implement comprehensive cybersecurity programs aligned with TSA directives.
PLO 2: Design and manage security architecture for critical infrastructure.
PLO 3: Develop incident response and threat management strategies.
PLO 4: Apply risk management frameworks to complex systems.
PLO 5: Lead cross-functional security teams and initiatives.
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 MS in Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection are prepared for advanced roles in cybersecurity operations, digital forensics, risk management, cloud security, and critical infrastructure protection. With a strong foundation in security strategy, threat analysis, and applied problem-solving, students are equipped to 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