BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CYBERSECURITY

East Texas A&M University

Create Your Career

If you’re interested in cyber protection, start building your career in a field that is both vital and in-demand in today’s world. The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity degree from East Texas A&M University (formely Texas A&M-Commerce) prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, systems analysis, networking, telecommunications, cryptography, Internet of Things (IoT), security system design, applicable law and regulations, risk assessment and policy analysis, investigation techniques, and troubleshooting.

Program Pathway Option:

Associate of Science in Computer Science

Dual Enrollment

East Texas A&M University & Blinn College District

Duration

2-4 Years

Total Credit Hours

120 Hours

Requirements

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Careers And Median Salaries

Network Engineer/ Architect

$120,520

Information Security Analysts

$102,600

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER/ PROGRAMMER

$85,180

NETWORK AND COMPUTER SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATORS

$80,600

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Analyze complex computing problems and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions
  • Design, implement, and evaluate computing-based solutions to meet given sets of computing requirements
  • Skills to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts
  • Identify professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles
  • Effective participation as a leader or team member
  • Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats

Faculty Spotlight

Eman Hammad, PhD

DEPARTMENT OF CYBERSECURITY

Dr. Hammad is an interdisciplinary researcher, specializing in the digital trustworthiness and resilience of critical infrastructure systems, interdependent systems, and emerging technologies (5G, IIoT, ML). She studies several cybersecurity challenges, including how to design systems with built-in security considerations.

FAQ

Cybersecurity Engineer, Information Security Analysts, Computer Systems Administrator, Network Engineer/Architect

Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Malware Analysis

Texas A&M-RELLIS offers a free career assessment to help determine your career interests and a major to match. Visit Vita Navis to learn more.

Free Access Code: TAMUSrellis-ExploreNS

This program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

Bachelor of Science In Cybersecurity

Texas a&m University-commerce

Create Your Career

If you’re interested in cyber protection, start building your career in a field that is both vital and in-demand in today’s world. The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity degree from Texas A&M-Commerce prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions and manage the implementation and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. Includes instruction in computer architecture, programming, systems analysis, networking, telecommunications, cryptography, Internet of Things (IoT), security system design, applicable law and regulations, risk assessment and policy analysis, investigation techniques, and troubleshooting.

Dual Enrollment

Texas A&M University-Commerce & Blinn College District

Duration

2-4 Years

Total Credit Hours

120 Hours

Requirements

View or Download Requirements

Careers And Median Salaries

Network Engineer/ Architect

$120,520

Information Security Analysts

$102,600

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER/ PROGRAMMER

$85,180

NETWORK AND COMPUTER SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATORS

$80,600

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Analyze complex computing problems and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions
  • Design, implement, and evaluate computing-based solutions to meet given sets of computing requirements
  • Skills to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts
  • Identify professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles
  • Effective participation as a leader or team member
  • Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats

Faculty Spotlight

Eman Hammad, PhD

Dr. Hammad is an interdisciplinary researcher, specializing in the digital trustworthiness and resilience of critical infrastructure systems, interdependent systems, and emerging technologies (5G, IIoT, ML). She studies several cybersecurity challenges, including how to design systems with built-in security considerations.

Department of cybersecurity

FAQ

Cybersecurity Engineer, Information Security Analysts, Computer Systems Administrator, Network Engineer/Architect

Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Malware Analysis

Texas A&M-RELLIS offers a free career assessment to help determine your career interests and a major to match. Visit Vita Navis to learn more.

Free Access Code: TAMUSrellis-ExploreNS

This program is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).

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START BUILDING YOUR FUTURE

We’re here to help! If you have questions about the application process, a specific degree program, or anything else, simply fill out the form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.