Cybersecurity professionals protect data in computers and networks from crimes such as hacking and data theft.
Illinois State’s Cybersecurity major focuses on security basics, cryptography, ethical hacking, security defenses, and forensics. It covers current tools and techniques, and managing security risks.
To be successful in these areas, you'll get a background in programming and networking as well as basic knowledge of computer hardware and systems software.
Hacking and cybercrimes are major problems for any organization. Our strong dependence on digital technologies calls for increased security. Because of these factors, cybersecurity professionals are in high demand.
The Cybersecurity program at Illinois State gives you practical, hands-on experience. You'll develop system and network defenses, and perform simulated attacks on computers to test their security. You also get exposure to computer forensics. This teaches you how to gather and preserve evidence from devices to use in a court of law.
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Debbie Ungson-Walbert | 208 Bone Student Center | dungson@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2200 |
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Tal Parmenter | Old Union 202A | taparme@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-3718 |
Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!
Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!
2.30
2.72 - 3.57
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To find the course equivalencies at an Illinois community college, please review our Course Articulation Guides.
Without IT 168 in Java or both IT 168 and either 178 or 179 in any language, it is difficult to complete the program in 4 semesters even with an associate's degree.
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Laurie Helms | Old Union 302C | ljhelms1@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-8338 |
2.30
2.72 - 3.57
Applications will be available year-round.
Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.
Name | Office | Phone | |
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Laurie Helms | Old Union 302C | ljhelms1@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-8338 |