Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity — Brigham Young University

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity — Brigham Young University

Brigham Young University’s Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity prepares students to protect digital systems from adversaries using a deeply interdisciplinary approach. This computing-based program blends technical mastery with ethical awareness, addressing technology, people, policy, risk management, and law. Students are trained in the design, operation, and testing of secure computing systems while learning how to ethically navigate adversarial threats in real-world environments.

Recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the NSA and DHS, the program emphasizes practical skills through hands-on labs and industry-focused learning. Students explore specialized areas such as digital forensics, penetration testing, Internet of Things (IoT) security, and system and network administration. Core learning outcomes also include collaboration, leadership, and a global ethical perspective, grounded in the moral standards of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The program boasts outstanding career outcomes: graduates from 2020 to 2023 reported an average starting salary of $84,800, with 76% of job-seeking students securing employment before graduation and 93% employed within six months. BYU Cybersecurity alumni have gone on to thrive in both the private sector and graduate programs, equipped with the technical and interpersonal tools required to lead in today’s cybersecurity landscape.