Cybersecurity Minor

Students with a minor in Cybersecurity will build a strong foundation in the technical, ethical, and legal elements necessary to recognize security breaches, analyze and investigate cybercrimes, and defend against cyber threats. The Cybersecurity minor is available to all students; however, the program is best suited for majors in Criminal Justice, Management Information Systems, and Computer Science. Career opportunities include security, network, or threat analyst for corporations or law enforcement agencies. This minor also builds a solid foundation for those interested in pursuing graduate work in this field.

Learning goals for the Cybersecurity Minor

• Recognize the criminal, legal, and ethical landscapes related to cybersecurity.
• Build a fundamental competency in programming, I.T. infrastructure, and investigative techniques.
• Apply best practices for securing networks and systems through policies and technical controls.