Cyber-security, including computer and information systems security, is a rapidly growing area. Both

private and public sector enterprises-including federal, state, and local governmental units are looking for people who have specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities related to cyber-security. This degree prepares students for entry-level employment in support positions related to endpoint security, network security, Web security, information security education and training, and much more.

Cyber-security includes operations that protect and defend both information and information systems, by ensuring their availability, integrity, authentication, confidentiality, and nonrepudiation.

This includes providing for the restoration of information systems by incorporating protection, detection,

and reaction capabilities. Information security systems provide protection against unauthorized access to or modification of information, whether in storage, processing, or transit.

Detection, documentation, and countering of such threats are critical skill areas for specialists in this field.