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The Need for Cybersecurity Professionals is on the Rise

Cyber-attacks are being waged all over the world – whether at a corporation, government agency, or communications system. From online banking to electronic commerce to transportation operations, our world increasingly depends on a cyber-infrastructure. Handling these diverse software and controls systems against malicious users has become a national priority.  American National University’s Cybersecurity bachelor’s degree program is designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in the network security industry. The demand for cybersecurity professionals has never been greater.

Upon the graduation of this program, students are eligible to progress to our Master of Science in Cybersecurity program.

Your Learning Experience

As a student you will learn practices for the design of secure modern networks as well as how to secure existing computers and networks – both wired and wireless, and cover topics about evolving threats and the proper use of specific security tools. Your coursework will focus on:

• Developing a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles, methods, and best practices – such as, but is not limited to, security measures, vulnerability assessments, threat analysis, and implementation of effective network and infrastructure defense mechanisms – to protect systems and data.
• Mastering advanced techniques such as biometric technologies, computer forensics, incident response, and disaster recovery to mitigate risks and respond to cyber threats and attacks effectively.
• Exploring technical issues related to secure software development and safe system architecture. This is to ensure robust and reliable defenses within a network or infrastructure.
• Understanding broader issues, including privacy concerns, legal ramifications, and regulations governing digital information, as well as the ethical limits of accessing systems and data.

Experiential Learning Track

Upon completion of one academic year (three full-time quarters), students apply to pursue Experiential Learning. With Experiential Learning, students are required to maintain professional experience of at least five (5) work hours per week related to their fields of study during their enrollment. Successful entry into Experiential Learning requires an attestation from both the student and the student’s supervisor, indicating the average number of hours planned to work each week and the expected duration of the work experience. Students should consult their Academic Advisors prior to starting their Experiential Learning.

Where could your degree take you?

• Network security specialist
• Digital forensics
• Vulnerability analyst
• Security and systems administrator
• Network security technician

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