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Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Technology

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Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Technology

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$318 per credit for in-state students

$499 per credit for out-of-state students. $250 per credit for military students.

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Academics

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from our faculty of highly successful and experienced scholar-practitioners who are leaders in their fields. With continuously refreshed and updated curricula, students can be confident that they are developing the real-world skills needed to launch in their cybersecurity career.

Designed for working professionals
UMGC’s BS in Cybersecurity Technology is designed for working professionals looking to gain the skills and knowledge that today’s employers need.
Earn your degree in 48 months
With flexible course design, you can earn your Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Technology in just 4 years.
A global alumni network
With UMGC’s strong alumni network, you can meet and learn alongside fellow professionals and grow your professional network.
Classes you can complete anytime, anywhere
You won't have to log in at set times. Most courses have weekly or biweekly due dates for assignments, and you can access your online classroom from anywhere you have internet access.

Application Deadlines

Applications are now open.

Upcoming Application Deadlines

  • Fall 1 2024: August 13, 2024
  • Fall 2 2024: September 17, 2024

Application Deadlines

Applications are now open.

Upcoming Application Deadlines

  • Fall 1 2024: August 13, 2024
  • Fall 2 2024: September 17, 2024

Develop the networking and cybersecurity strategies that organizations need

In addition to focusing on the skills needed to pass valuable industry certification exams, the BS in cybersecurity technology program at UMGC takes a deep dive into the networking and cybersecurity strategies that successful companies need to stay protected from cyber threats.

Curriculum

(Designed to help prepare for the CompTIA A+ exams.) A thorough review of computer hardware and software, with emphasis on the application of current and appropriate computing safety and environmental practices. The goal is to evaluate, install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot computer hardware components and operating systems.

(Designed to help prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.) Prerequisite: CMIT 202 or CMSC 115 (or CMIS 141). An introduction to networking technologies for local area networks, wide area networks, and wireless networks. The aim is to recognize the type of network design appropriate for a given scenario. Topics include the OSI (open system interconnection) model, security, and networking protocols. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIT 265 or CMIT 265M.

(Designed to help prepare for the Linux Professional Institute Certification 1 (LPIC-1) and the CompTIA Linux+ certification exams. Prerequisite: CMIT 202 or CMIT 265. A study of the Linux operating system. The goal is to configure and manage processes, user interfaces, device files, print facilities, file systems, task automation, the boot-up/shutdown sequence, disk storage, network connectivity, system security, and users and groups. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIT 291, CMIS 390, CMIT 391, or CMIS 398U.

(Designed to help prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam.) Prerequisite: CMIT 265 or CompTIA Network+ certification. A study of the fundamental concepts of computer security and its implementation. The aim is to assess and mitigate risk, evaluate, and select appropriate technologies, and apply proper security safeguards.

(Formerly CMIT 398E. Designed to help prepare for the EC-Council Certified Ethical Hacker certifications.) Prerequisite: CMIT 320. Development of the structured knowledge base needed to discover vulnerabilities and recommend solutions for tightening network security and protecting data from potential attackers. Focus is on penetration-testing tools and techniques to protect computer networks. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIT 321 or CMIT 398E.

(Designed to help prepare for the CompTIA Cloud+ and AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certification exams.) A hands-on study of basic cloud technologies. The aim is to apply the techniques and tools used in cloud environments, especially the AWS (Amazon Web Services) cloud. Topics include the global infrastructure of the cloud, deployment and operation in various cloud environments, high availability, scalability, elasticity, security, and troubleshooting. AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud are compared.

(Designed to help prepare for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification examination. Students will earn a Cisco-issued digital badge on the Acclaim credentials platform for successfully completing this course content.) Prerequisite: CMIT 265. A hands-on introduction to Cisco internetworking devices. Focus is on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to- medium business networks, including wireless local area networks (WLAN) and security concepts. The goal is to perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify, and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 498E, CMIT 350, CMIT 351 or CMIT 499D.

Prerequisites: Completion of at least 27 credits of CMIT coursework. A comprehensive project-driven study of network design and security, with an emphasis on the integration of knowledge, practical applications, and critical thinking. The objective is to implement a secure and scalable network to meet organizational needs. Topics include advanced concepts in network and security design.

  • Any upper-level CMIT courses
  • Digital Forensics in the Criminal Justice System(3 Credits, CCJS 321)

If you are interested in a career in digital forensics, you can take three of the following upper-level courses to satisfy the 9-credit requirement listed above:

-Digital Forensics in the Criminal Justice System (3 Credits, CCJS 321) (For students not majoring in criminal justice; not open to students who have completed CCJS 421; does not satisfy prerequisites for other criminal justice courses.) An overview of the criminal justice system and the application of digital forensic evidence in criminal justice cases. The objective is to apply constitutional and case law to the search and seizure of digital evidence, determine the most effective and appropriate forensic response strategies to digital evidence, and provide effective courtroom testimony in a case involving digital evidence. Topics include crime scene procedures and the collection of digital evidence, procedures performed in a digital forensics lab, and the preparation of courtroom testimony by the digital forensic investigator.

  • Digital Forensics Analysis and Application (3 Credits, CMIT 424) (Designed to help prepare for the Certified Computer Examiner CCE certification exam.) Prerequisites: CMIT 202 (or CompTIA A+ certification), CMIT 320 (or CompTIA Security+ certification), and CCJS 321. A project-driven study of the digital forensic evaluation process. The objective is to build forensic workstations, collect evidence, extract artifacts, identify unknown files, and reassemble evidence from network packet captures.

  • Mobile Forensics (3 Credits, CMIT 440) (Designed to help prepare for the IACIS Certified Mobile Device Examiner (ICMDE) certification exam.) Prerequisite: CMIT 424. A project-driven study of mobile devices from a forensic perspective. The aim is to implement various techniques to collect and analyze information from mobile devices used in forensic investigations.

  • Network Forensics (3 Credits, CMIT 460) (Designed to help prepare for the Computer Security IncidentHandler CSIH certification.) Prerequisites: CMIT 320 and CMIT 424. A project-driven study of networks from a forensics perspective. The goal is to implement various techniques that are used in forensic investigations in response to network intrusions to collect and analyze information from computer networks.

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Submit your application by August 13, 2024.