BS-IT Management Degree
BS in Cybersecurity
Specialize in Cybersecurity
The modern battlefield is digital.
Students will gain knowledge specific to the detection, protection, and recovery from attacks to an organization’s information assets. Gaining skills in the growing employment area of network security combined with the management and soft-skills classes, graduates gain a competitive edge in the IT marketplace.
The need for cybersecurity experts spans all organizations including public utility companies, national security agencies, food and water suppliers, financial services, and companies with intellectual property to protect.
$60.05
National median wage for Information Security Analysts* Last updated May 2024
$52.39
National median wage for Information Security Engineers* Last updated May 2024
$53.29
National median wage for Penetration Testers* Last updated in May 2024
For additional employment information, please visit the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The information above was also sourced from the BLS.
2025-2026 Catalog Curriculum
In addition to completing the IT Management core courses and meeting all university graduation requirements, students must complete the following courses for the cybersecurity specialization.
- IT 336: Digital Forensics - 4 credits
- IT 351: Computer Networks - 4 credits
- IT 436: Cyberattack and Defense - 4 credits
- IT 438: IT Risk Management - 4 credits
- IT 456: Advanced Networking – 4 credits
- IT 463: Computer Network Management – 4 credits
- IT 482: Cybersecurity Capstone - 4 credits
Total Specialization Credits: 28
Apply to the IT Management Major Now!
Students are encouraged to apply for the BS-IT Management major early. Once enrolled, you will be connected with an IT Management advisor who will help you develop a clear academic plan and ensure you stay on track for successful degree completion.
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