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Cybersecurity Systems
The cybersecurity systems program integrates science and mathematics with computer science, software engineering, political science and ethics to prepare a computing professional capable of developing and deploying computing systems that consistently maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability.
Through engaging lectures and hands-on lab experiences, students will understand the security fundamentals, technical topics including cryptography, penetration testing, and secure software development, and learn how to construct and defend computer systems and networks in production environments.
Students will also obtain important skills that will better prepare them for a challenging and rewarding career in cybersecurity with the ability to work in multiple security-related areas or pursue advanced degrees and certifications.
You may want to consider Cybersecurity Systems if you …
- Enjoy solving puzzles and thinking critically — you like breaking down complex problems and spotting patterns others might miss.
- Are naturally curious — you often wonder how things work and enjoy learning new technologies and systems.
- Pay close attention to detail — you notice the small things that others overlook, which can make a big difference in security.
- Have a strong sense of ethics — you believe in doing the right thing, even when no one is watching, and value trust and responsibility.
- Don't give up easily — you're persistent when faced with challenges and enjoy digging deep to find solutions.
- Can explain tech to non-tech people — you're good at translating complex ideas into simple language for others to understand.
- Enjoy working with computers and networks — you're comfortable with operating systems, coding and understanding how digital systems connect.
- Work well with others — you collaborate effectively and understand that cybersecurity is a team effort.
- Like to learn new things — you are prepared to maintain knowledge and adapt to rapid and constant changes in the cybersecurity industry.
- Enjoy solving problems
Accreditation
This program was developed to meet or exceed requirements of the ABET CAC Cybersecurity Criteria and was designed in alignment with the National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) program for Cyber Defense (CD). Formal program accreditation cannot occur until after the first class of graduates anticipated in 2030.
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Computing Code of Conduct
Learn more about how to collaborate, while avoiding plagiarism, in your software development courses at MSOE with the CSSE computing code of conduct.
