About the BS in Cyber Operations Degree
Why Study Cyber Operations at Cedarville?
Threats online are everywhere — the need for cybersecurity has never been greater. If you want to join this vital, growing field that acts to protect online data for both individuals and organizations, Cedarville's BS in cyber operations is your key to getting there. Recognized by the National Security Agency (NSA) as an NSA Center of Excellence in Cyber Operations, Cedarville’s cyber operations degree will equip you with the skills you need to succeed as a cybersecurity professional.
You'll gain the technical knowledge needed for specialized operations in collection, exploitation, and response, as used by organizations like the NSA and U.S. Cyber Command. Through engaging lectures and hands-on lab experiences, you'll learn to defend computer systems and networks and understand security fundamentals, cryptography, and secure software development. More than just technical preparation, your coursework is fully integrated with biblical truth, equipping you to glorify God and impact others through your career in cybersecurity.
This area of study is also offered as a specialization that you can add to the BS in computer science program. In today’s world where cyber threats are constantly present and increasingly dangerous, these skills are attractive to employers even for non-cyber specific software development roles.
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Biblical Worldview
The Bible is the authority for research and study in every class you'll take. -
Mentoring Christian Faculty
You'll be taught by highly-credentialed professors who want you to succeed. -
Exceptional Facilities
You'll learn and practice your discipline in state-of-the-art facilities.
Program Faculty




Eric Knoerr
Instructor of Computer Science


Program News
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Cedarville Expands National Security Ties With U.S. Cyber Command Agreement
A new three-year partnership with U.S. Cyber Command will help Cedarville University prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. -
Cedarville University Approves Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Initiative
Cedarville University has launched a new academic initiative designed to equip students with cutting-edge skills in AI and data science — all grounded in ethical reasoning and biblical principles.