Bachelor of Science in Information Security

The Bachelor of Science in Information Security program offers a comprehensive curriculum that integrates theoretical computing foundations with practical, hands-on experience. Designed to develop professionals capable of defending digital assets against evolving cyber threats, the program’s core knowledge areas are: data, software, component, connection, system, human, organizational, and societal security. This comprehensive approach is anchored in experiential learning, ensuring student mastery through immersive labs, simulations, internships, and capstone projects.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Information Security program are expected to be able to:

  1. Apply computing and information knowledge, including fundamentals, standards, and best practices, to analyze problems and develop appropriate solution models.
  2. Analyze information security challenges by identifying technology, user, and domain needs, and applying mathematical, computing, and security principles to inform decision-making.
  3. Design, implement, and evaluate secure IT solutions by selecting and using appropriate methods, frameworks, standards, and modern computing tools that meet varying security requirements.
  4.  Communicate and collaborate effectively as ethical and responsible professionals, functioning individually or in diverse, multidisciplinary teams, and conveying complex security concepts through written, oral, and visual means.
  5. Demonstrate professional responsibility and lifelong learning by upholding ethical standards, Lasallian core values, and legal and societal considerations, while continuously developing skills and adapting to evolving information security practices.

Job Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Information Security program are equipped with a robust set of skills and knowledge, making them highly valuable in various industries that prioritize digital security and data protection. Key job opportunities available for graduates are as follows:

  • Security Operations and Analysis
    • Cybersecurity Analyst
    • Information Security Analyst
    • Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
    • Incident Response Analyst
  • Engineering and Infrastructure
    • Network Security Engineer
    • Systems Security Administrator
    • Security Architect
    • Cloud Security Associate
    • Data Center Analyst
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance
    • Compliance Officer
    • Data Privacy Officer
    • IT Security or Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Associate
  • Offensive Security and Testing
    • Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker)
  • Secure Development
    • Applications Developer (Secure)
    • Software Security Analyst
  • Specialized Investigations
    • Digital Forensics Analyst

Program Requirements

  • Total of 169 units: 160 academic units and 9 non-academic units
  • Completion of the practicum program
  • Completion of a capstone project involving the development and implementation of an information system for a target organization