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 the growing field that is protecting online data for both individuals and organizations, choose a school that the National Security Agency recognized as an N.S.A. Center of Excellence in Cyber Operations — Cedarville’s BS in cyber operations will equip you with the skills you need to succeed as an in-demand cybersecurity professional.
You will be prepared for many in-demand positions in the crucially important field of cybersecurity. You will learn the technical knowledge and skills required to perform specialized cyber operations related to collection, exploitation, and response utilized by organizations like the National Security Agency (NSA) and U.S. Cyber Command. Understanding these concepts will also equip you to defend computer systems and networks in the cybersecurity industry. Additionally, you will learn security fundamentals, cryptography, and secure software development principles that will equip you to write secure software. In today’s world where cyber threats are constantly present and increasingly dangerous, these skills are attractive to employers for even non-cyber specific software development roles.
This area of study is also offered as a specialization that can be added to the BS in computer science program.
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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 Overview
Program Format and Related Programs
Cedarville offers both graduate and undergraduate programs, with flexible completion options. You may also want to consider these related programs as you consider the degree or program that is a best fit for you.
Related Programs
Program Level and Format
- Undergraduate
- Residential
- 4-Year
Program Faculty
Seth Hamman, PhD
Director, Professor of Cyber Operations and Computer ScienceContact
- ENS 180C
- 937-766-7686
Patrick Dudenhofer, MS
Associate Professor of Computer Science and Cyber OperationsContact
- ENS 220 B
- 937-766-8023
David Gallagher, PhD
Senior Professor of Computer Science, Head of Computer Science and Cyber OperationsContact
- ENS 246B
- 937-766-4994
Program News
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National Excellence in Cybersecurity
Cedarville University’s commitment to providing a premier education in cybersecurity, anchored in biblical principles, has been recognized with top honors in Cybersecurity Guide’s 2024 rankings. The program secured the No. 1 ranking for Best Overall cybersecurity program, while also being ranked No. 3 for Most Affordable nationwide. -
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