Cyber Security Concentration (BS)
Become a Leader in an In-Demand Computer Science Field
In an age with increasing dependence on the internet for commerce, the need is great for individuals with the skills to combat cyber attacks. George Fox University’s cyber security concentration within the computer science major positions graduates to be leaders in this emerging field.
Millions of messages, data files and transactions flow through business networks and across the internet each day, collectively driving the U.S. economy. Our nation’s dependence on this vast electronic infrastructure is unquestioned, and few businesses can survive without safe networks and reliable internet access. Every company is increasingly at risk from cyber attacks.
Cyber Security Course of Study
George Fox’s cyber security course of study consists of 29 credit hours of computer engineering, computer science and information systems courses that include:
- Digital logic
- Data communication and networking
- Computer security/forensics
- Mobile/IoT technologies
- Ethical hacking/penetration testing
- Cyber defense
Alignment with National Requirements
George Fox is one of only a handful of private schools in Oregon that offer a cyber security course of study. The goal of the program is to align with requirements for designation as a Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations – a certification of the National Security Agency and Central Security Service.
"Each professor in the computer science department knows me by name, and they are always encouraging me to come to their office hours to pepper them with homework questions. I’m grateful for professors who take the time to help students learn both inside and outside the classroom.”
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