Let's Keep Sensitive Information Secure.
Are you interested in a career in information technology and have a passion for keeping data and networks secure from cyber criminals? DeVry’s Bachelor’s Degree Specialization in Cyber Security may be the right fit for you. With our Tech Core curriculum, you’ll build interdisciplinary skills that will give you a solid foundation in tech to move your career forward. Learn online or in our hybrid format, whichever works best for your schedule.
Get to Know Our Cyber Security Degree Specialization.
In our Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Cyber Security, you’ll become the first line of defense against online attacks by learning to build defense mechanisms to protect applications, systems and networks. You’ll also explore network security testing, including countermeasure testing and the risk factor analysis needed to design a flexible and comprehensive security plan. And you’ll gain advanced skills in providing for business continuity and disaster recovery.
The Cyber Security Specialization can be earned as a part of the Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology and Networking.
Classes Start Every 8 Weeks
Earn your Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology and Networking with Cyber Security Specialization in as little as 2 years + 8 months*—or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits.
*Not including breaks. Assumes year-round, full-time enrollment.
Availability
Why DeVry?
COMPLIMENTARY LAPTOP
As a new student, you’ll get a complimentary laptop as part of your technology program1. It’s our way of investing in your education—and you.
It’s portable so you can take it anywhere, powerful enough to run robust applications, and best of all, you can use it for all your classes to optimize your DeVry experience.
PORTABLE IOT KIT
Simulate the Internet of Things (IoT) wherever you are with your Portable IoT Kit*, designed to give you hands-on experience and confidence working with real IoT technologies.
With the full complement of microprocessors and sensors in your kit, you’ll build elementary IoT devices, integrate them into cloud-based server systems and develop skills needed for today’s IoT economy.
*The Portable IoT Kit is a required expense and is not complimentary.
CERTIFICATION EXAM REIMBURSEMENT
Our Tech programs are designed with industry-recognized certifications in mind. Qualified students may receive up to a $300 reimbursement for the cost of one exam attempt across a wide range of certifications:
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Cloud+
- Microsoft Technology Associate - Python
Others may be applicable as well. Speak with your professor for more info.
What You'll Learn
When you pursue a Cyber Security Specialization, you’ll learn the following:
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Problem SolvingUse business and management principles to problem-solve a variety of workplace challenges. -
ProgrammingSolve technical problems using an algorithmic approach, basic programming and coding methods. -
Security Planning and AuditingAnalyze and mitigate security risks by looking at risk factor analysis that must be performed in order to design a flexible and comprehensive security plan. Learn about assessing threats, developing countermeasures, protecting information and security designs processes, and auditing practices used to verify compliance with policies and procedures. -
Digital DevicesExplore digital concepts, devices and connectivity within the realm of the Internet of Things (IoT). Topics include networking, securing, and deploying digital devices. -
Small Enterprise NetworksProduce, secure, operate and troubleshoot small enterprise networks by gaining an understanding of the underlying technology of networks and the Internet. Learn networking basics such as the OSI and TCP/IP models, protocols, routers, switches, small network configuration, troubleshooting, and network security.
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OS Architecture and DesignGain an understanding of operating system architecture and design with topics including processes, threads, their states and synchronization. Learn about security from an Operating System (OS) perspective, introduction to distributed systems and architectures, and OS Virtualization. -
Operating SystemsLearn to install and configure operating systems using Command Line Interface (CLI). Gain command-line-interface (CLI) knowledge and configure local and wide area networks with routers. -
Ethical HackingGain knowledge and skills related to activities behind hacking attacks and countermeasures. Learn to build defense mechanisms to protect applications, systems and networks from hackers. -
CollaborationWork collaboratively in a team environment. Coordinate and share information to achieve a common goal. -
Data AnalysisLearn to draw conclusions by finding patterns and relationships in numerical data with tools used for statistical analysis and decision-making in business. -
IT Operation, Regulation and TrendsGain an understanding of operation, regulation and trends as related to information technology and networking. -
Network Security TestingExamine network security testing using a layered approach requiring design, implementation, and testing of attack countermeasures. -
Systems AdministrationExamine technologies and systems that serve voice traffic, design LANs and VLANs, and learn the fundamentals of network design and infrastructure security. -
Digital LiteracyLearn to apply and utilize appropriate digital technologies for data and information acquisition, storage, retrieval, analysis, interpretation and communication. -
CommunicationCommunicate effectively orally and in writing across environments and platforms.
Embedded Programs - Demonstrate Skills at Every Step
Earn two additional credentials with our unique 3-in-1 design. Courses in our Networking Essentials certificate program and Information Technology and Networking associate degree are embedded within our Cyber Security specialization for the Information Technology & Networking bachelor’s degree program, allowing you to obtain a certificate and an associate degree on the way to your bachelor's degree.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of our Cyber Security Specialization program may consider, careers such as:
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Computer Systems Analyst
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Computer Network Support Specialist
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Information Security Analyst
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Security Analyst
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Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker)
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Vulnerability Assessor
Essentials Courses
Communication Skills
| ENGL1122 | Composition |
| ENGL135 | Advanced Composition |
| ENGL216 | Technical Writing |
| SPCH275 | Public Speaking |
Humanities3
| ETHC232 | Ethical and Legal Issues in the Professions |
| LAS432 | Technology, Society, and Culture |
Social Sciences
| ECON312 | Principles of Economics |
| SOCS185 | Culture and Society |
| SOCS3254 | Environmental Sociology |
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
| MATH114 | Algebra for College Students |
| MATH190 | Pre-Calculus |
| MATH221 | Statistics for Decision-Making |
| PHYS204 | Applied Physics with Lab |
Personal and Professional Development
| CARD405 | Career Development |
| COLL148 | Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving |
Tech Core Courses
Tech Core
| CEIS101 | Introduction to Technology and Information Systems |
| CEIS106 | Introduction to Operating Systems |
| CEIS110 | Introduction to Programming |
| CEIS114 | Introduction to Digital Devices |
| NETW191 | Fundamentals of Information Technology and Networking |
| NETW211 | Fundamentals of Cloud Computing |
| SEC285 | Fundamentals of Information Security |
Program Courses
Information Systems and Programming
| CEIS236 | Database Systems and Programming Fundamentals |
| CEIS312 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
| CIS170C | Programming with Lab |
Network Systems Administration
| NETW250 | Voice/VoIP Administration with Lab |
| NETW260 | Intermediate Information Technology and Networking I |
| NETW270 | Intermediate Information Technology and Networking II |
| SEC290 | Fundamentals of Infrastructure Security |
Information Technology and Networking
| NETW315 | Wireless Technologies |
| NETW320 | Converged Networks with Lab |
Senior Project
| CEIS392 | Product, Project, and People Management |
| CEIS494 | Senior Project I |
| CEIS496 | Senior Project II |
Technology Career Preparation
| CEIS299 | Careers and Technology |
| CEIS499 | Preparation for the Profession |
Specialized Courses
Cyber Security
| NETW310 | Wired, Optical and Wireless Communications with Lab |
| SEC311 | Ethical Hacking |
| SEC321 | Network Security Testing with Lab |
| SEC440 | Information Systems Security Planning and Audit |
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1As part of this program, one complimentary laptop is provided to students enrolled in the Associate of Information Technology and Networking, Bachelor’s in Information Technology and Networking, Bachelor’s in Software Development, Bachelor’s in Engineering Technology–Electronics and Bachelor’s in Computer Information Systems. The laptop is issued during the student’s second session. Certain restrictions apply.
2Students enrolled at a New Jersey location take ENGL108 in lieu of this course.
3Students enrolled at a Pennsylvania location must take HUMN451 as part of this requirement.
4Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 in lieu of this requirement.
All students enrolled in site-based programs will be required to take some coursework online and, for some programs and locations, a substantial portion of the program may be required to be completed online.
