BS Major
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Cybersecurity degree program at Geneva College teaches you vital skills such as programming, ethical hacking, and data management to succeed in the digital world. Through immersive, hands-on classes rooted in biblical principles, each guided by seasoned cybersecurity experts, you graduate prepared to make a meaningful impact in any organization.
Use what you learn in the classroom in labs and hands-on applications
Courses led by professors with extensive global experience in the cybersecurity field
Prepare for system reconnaissance, scanning, and exploitation as you investigate viruses, attacks, defenses, ethical processes, cryptographic methods, and more
Learn about cryptography, penetration testing, intrusion detection, system hardening, and security plan development
Apply forensic methods to analyze various operating systems, memory systems, smartphone devices, and the reverse-engineering of malware
Practice the methods by which security professionals detect and respond to isolated or persistent threats
The Cybersecurity program readies you to step into the dynamic, rewarding domain of digital defense through immersive experiences. Your courses span exciting topics such as cyber law, forensics, intrusion detection, disaster recovery, and project management.
Each practical lab, theoretical exploration, and project ensures you become an ethically conscious cybersecurity expert equipped to safeguard sensitive information across a spectrum of environments.
The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program at Geneva College prepares you for a dynamic career in a rapidly expanding industry. Start your technology journey by applying today!
Cybersecurity majors will demonstrate knowledge in general domain, focused domain, domain application, and faith integration.
Cybersecurity majors acquire essential skills that protect the precious data of computer networks and systems. With more companies relying on technology to store data amidst the rise of cybercrime, the value of a cybersecurity degree increases. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, information security analysts earn a median annual wage of $102,600—more than twice that of all U.S. workers.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the need for information security analytics to grow by 35% into 2031.
Geneva cybersecurity professor Dr. Paul Poteete has worked in executive leadership roles in financial, military, retail, and technology organizations, and taught in six universities and colleges.
About 19,500 job openings are projected each year by the Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Visiting our campus is a great way to get to know Geneva College better. We offer two types of visits that provide a very personal look into life at Geneva.
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Geneva College hosts the STEM Symposium for Undergraduate Research from 6:30-8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, in Old Main. Chemistry Professor John Stahl, PhD, will speak on “Lessons Learned in Research: Observations from Conducting Chemistry Research for over 40 Years,” followed by a student poster session.
Dr. Paul Poteete is putting a new spin on hacking. Read about Dr. Poteete's research and how he is bringing that into the Cybersecurity program at Geneva.
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