Bachelor of Science – Cybersecurity2

As the world becomes more dependent on technology, cyber threats continue to grow in numbers and severity. Tiffin University’s cybersecurity and information assurance program addresses the evolving threats to our economy and society in cyberspace. The program provides a solid background in technology applications, threat assessment, and mitigation, placing you at the forefront of advancements in preventing, detecting, and responding to data breaches and cyber-attacks.

Students looking to pursue a career in cybersecurity must stay at the leading edge of vulnerabilities, threats, and technological advancements. Tiffin University’s cybersecurity program aids students in analyzing new threats while applying the latest industry knowledge to develop creative, effective solutions.

In the cybersecurity program, you’ll be confronted with a range of topics, including cyber warfare, incident response, policy analysis, penetration testing, wireless security, and more. You will learn how to lead, navigate, and adapt to a complex cyber risk landscape and solve problems using innovative techniques. Using real-world case scenarios and threat actors, the program will challenge you to think critically about interconnected systems and vulnerabilities.

1. The cybersecurity and information assurance program covers essential workforce requirements – from cybersecurity fundamentals to computer science basics to legal/policy aspects.
2. Instructors bring extensive cybersecurity experience and local connections.
3. The cybersecurity program is continually being updated to reflect industry needs.
4. Students will have the opportunity to earn the Security+, PenTest+, and Certified Network Defender industry certifications as part of their coursework.

In Tiffin University’s cybersecurity program, you will study with faculty who bring vast industry experience. Our instructors bring years of both technical and managerial experience, having worked in the development and testing of security systems and technologies. Their sharing of real-world experience will greatly enhance your learning, as these experienced practitioners bring real-life examples of cybersecurity concepts and technologies to classroom discussions.

As part of this practical, real-world education, you’ll gain familiarity with common security tools used in industry. You will be exposed to the most up-to-date policy, laws, and regulations information. You will acquire current, relevant field knowledge regarding:

• Basic information security concepts
• Current threats and vulnerabilities in networks
• Laws and regulations on information security and privacy
• Ethical hacking principles and techniques
• Open-source and commercial security tools
• Incident response and business continuity
• Cyberwarfare
• Mobile device and wireless security
• Linux operating system
• Computer science basics, including operating systems, networks, programming, and databases.

BRINGING KNOWLEDGE TO PRACTICE

All students in the program complete a 150-hour internship at a security-related job.

FORMAT

On-site – Compressed 3-week courses, on-site, in the Bucharest campus, offered in Spring, Summer, and Fall, four years, ten courses per year.

Online – Offered in two terms per semester starting in January and August.

Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Analysis (CDS355) – This course will equip students to evaluate a network to discover potential security vulnerabilities and rectify those issues. Students will learn the most common security mistakes as well as the necessary corrective action and will be able to probe networks to determine if any of those common vulnerabilities can be exploited. The roles, missions, and appropriate applications of Red Teams and Blue Teams will be discussed. 

Information Security (CDS344) – This course will introduce information security as an essential component in our war against terrorism. All information must be secure, or the probability of winning the war will be diminished. With advances in technology and software, cyber-terrorism has become very real. Computer hackers and terrorists can shut down our nation’s most critical infrastructures. There can be no doubt that cyber-terror can pose a very real threat to this nation’s security. Students will become familiar with the entire arena of information security.

Cyber Warfare (CDS445) – This course explores the past, current, and future threats of information warfare and cyber-terrorism. It provides an overview of information warfare and cyber terrorism techniques and capabilities of state and non-state actors through case study analysis. An exploration of current and future technology and the development of information warfare and cyber terrorism techniques are utilized to develop future threat matrices and countermeasures.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Tiffin University’s cybersecurity degree will prepare you for employment in the private and public cybersecurity sector, where job opportunities are growing. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of individuals employed within the cybersecurity sector is slated to grow by 31 percent between 2019 and 2029. That rate far exceeds the average for all occupations.

• • Cybersecurity Analyst: Monitoring and defending against cyber threats, analyzing security breaches, and ensuring the safety of an organization’s information systems.
  • Information Security Manager: Overseeing and managing an organization’s entire information security program, including policy development, team leadership, and strategic planning.
  • Network Security Engineer: Designing, implementing, and managing security measures to protect an organization’s network and communication infrastructure.
  • IT Security Consultant: Advising organizations on how to protect their information assets from cyber threats and developing strategies to enhance their security posture.
  • Digital Forensic Analyst: Investigating cybercrimes and analyzing digital evidence to support legal investigations and compliance audits.
  • Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker): Testing and evaluating the security of IT systems, applications, and networks by simulating cyber-attacks.
  • Security Systems Administrator: Managing and configuring hardware and software solutions to ensure the security of an organization’s information systems.
  • Risk Management Analyst: Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks to information and systems security within an organization.
  • Compliance Officer: Ensuring that an organization adheres to data security and privacy regulations.
  • Chief Information Security Officer (CISO): Leading an organization’s overall information security program, including policy development, security technology management, and executive-level guidance.

If you’re an educational professional who are looking to progress into management and consultancy, or an educational planning or development role, this is the best degree for you.