Explore Academic Programs - Cybersecurity


Controlling access to data is a high priority in today's business world. The increase of identity theft, computer fraud and loss of company secrets has created a high demand for information security professionals.


Careers, Potential Earnings & Market Growth Rates

Computer and Information Systems Managers

Median wages (2019)     $70.37 hourly,  $146,360 annual
Projected growth (2018-2028)    Much faster than average (11% or higher)
Projected job openings (2018-2028)  38,800

Information Security Analysts

Median Wages (2019)  $47.95 hourly,  $99,730 annually
Projected growth (2018-2028)    Much faster than average (11% or higher)
Projected job openings (2018-2028)     12,800

* Further study (bachelor's degree) required | ** Study beyond bachelor's degree required


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Degrees and Certificates

This program offers different pathways, and you can choose your final destination.  A certificate in cybersecurity can provide short-term employability while the student continues on with an associate of applied science in Information Security. 

Degrees & Certificates Delivery Mode
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Cyberdefense-Information Assurance (AAS)
60 credit hours, two years full time
 Central Campus Day
 Online
Cyberdefense-Information Assurance (CC) Level II certificate | 31 credit hours  Central Campus Day
  Online
Cyberdefense-Information Assurance (CC) Level I certificate | 22 credit hours  Central Campus Day
 Online
Cybersecurity (CC)
16 credit hours
 Central Campus Day
  Online
IT Network Analyst (CC)
16 credit hours
 Central Campus Day
  Online
Network Administrator (OSA)
12 credit hours | 3 of 4 courses stack
 Central Campus Day
  Online


Contact the Department

Office: 254-526-1164

For more information about this program visit

 Computer Information Technology & Systems Department