Cybersecurity Management Emphasis
The Cybersecurity Management emphasis is designed to meet the increasing employer demand for cybersecurity professionals to protect corporate IT assets. It will prepare you for a career in cybersecurity across diverse industry sectors to achieve entry-level and mid-level cybersecurity roles as a cybersecurity analyst, risk analyst, cybersecurity consultant or IT Auditor. Develop the necessary skills and competencies to handle day-to-day cybersecurity operations in any organization.
Why study Cybersecurity Management at UCCS?
Cybersecurity Management Courses
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Ethical HackingEthical Hacking
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of ethical hacking. It focuses on the knowledge and skills required to understand the mechanics behind hacking attacks. Students will learn about tools and vulnerabilities of software and networks used by hackers to access unauthorized information. The course is designed to be hands-on to enhance familiarity with penetration testing and other hacking tools. It also addresses incident handling methods and system defense to prevent computer attacks.
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IT Risk ManagementIT Risk Management
This course is focused on effectively managing information risks in an organization. It provides an overview of risk issues and emphasizes understanding of information risk as a socio-technical issue. The course covers risk assessment, risk perception and communication, economic aspects of risk, and risk management. It presents different methodologies and approaches to risk management. Students will learn about risk mitigation techniques along with potential organizational barriers.
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IT Security AuditingIT Security Auditing
This course will focus on the fundamental concepts related to auditing information systems and IT infrastructures in both the public and private sector. We will also discuss principles and practices related to secure operation of existing information technology. The course will cover identification of appropriate IS security audit standards, controls, and procedures for a secure information system. This course will prepare students to skillfully complete a cyber security audit.
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Foundations of Business ProgrammingFoundations of Business Programming
This course introduces the fundamentals of software development and building a software development infrastructure.
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Fundamentals of Information Security and CybersecurityFundamentals of Information Security and Cybersecurity
This course provides instruction in security for network hardware, software, and date including physical security, software protections, and process implementation. Identification of exposures and vulnerabilities and appropriate countermeasures are addressed. The focus is on incorporating security technology into an organization’s IT infrastructure.
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Computer Networks and TelecommunicationsComputer Networks and Telecommunications
Introduces students to the hardware, topology, and terminology aspects of computer networks/telecommunications. Students learn network protocols, operations, design and management as well as hands-on basic router operation. Includes the basics of data transmission and LAN protocols.
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Organizational CybersecurityOrganizational Cybersecurity
Organizations and their employees are faced with risks associated with the modern, digital working environment. This course introduces fundamental cyber security concepts, the risks they present, and policies and practices employed to mitigate the risks for both individuals and their organizations.
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Managing Projects for Competitive AdvantageManaging Projects for Competitive Advantage
Covers the fundamental project management topics necessary for implementation of and excellence in project management. Emphasis will be from a management perspective that addresses the basic nature of managing projects for business, information systems and the public. Students will deal with the problems of selecting projects, initiating them, operating them and controlling them. Also covered are the issues associated with terminating a project and with conducting a project that involves what project managers like to call the “real world.”
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Security, Technology or Information Systems ElectivesSecurity, Technology or Information Systems Electives
- CS
- MGMT
- INFS
- PAD
3000+ Not Taken for other requirements.
Potential Careers
Career |
Average Salary |
Total Job Openings |
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Cybersecurity Specialist |
$92,000 |
8,631 |
Cybersecurity Analyst |
$95,000 |
27,308 |
Cyber Crime Analyst |
$94,000 |
910 |
Cybersecurity Consultant |
$91,000 |
19,222 |
Penetration & Vulnerability Tester |
$103,000 |
15,702 |
Cybersecurity Manager |
$105,000 |
20,526 |
IT Auditor |
$98,000 |
6,557 |
Incident & Intrusion Analyst |
$89,000 |
8,762 |
Please note, the above information was collected from CyberSeek.org, therefore the proposed average salary ranges do not necessarily reflect entry level positions. For guidelines, insights and support regarding salary negotiation, please contact the Career Development Center.