Defend Digital Systems with a Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity Science and Operations
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Cybersecurity Science and Operations is designed to help you develop the values, knowledge, and skills needed to make an impact in cybersecurity-related fields. Built on a strong foundation in computer and data science, this program can help prepare you to tackle complex technical challenges with operationally effective solutions – all while integrating a Christian perspective.
As you study cybersecurity, you’ll explore key principles from a biblical worldview, helping you learn to approach problem-solving with both technical expertise and ethical reasoning. You’ll study how to analyze security challenges, design and implement effective cybersecurity solutions, and test systems for vulnerabilities. A strong emphasis on mathematics can also help you develop logical reasoning skills essential for cybersecurity operations.
By earning a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity science and operations, you can prepare to help solve cybersecurity challenges by developing new solutions and implementing security throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
Throughout your studies, experienced faculty can help mentor and equip you for a lifetime of service in this growing field. You’ll have opportunities to engage in undergraduate research, apply technology effectively, and integrate Christian principles into your approach to cybersecurity. Whether you’re looking to protect critical infrastructure, defend against cyber threats, or innovate new security strategies, this degree can help you build the expertise to make a difference.
Award-Winning Campus
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education that equips students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence helped us rank as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Why Choose Liberty’s Cybersecurity Science and Operations Program?
The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Science and Operations is designed to align with national cybersecurity priorities and workforce needs, equipping you with skills to address real-world security challenges. This program emphasizes both technical proficiency and ethical responsibility, allowing you to explore how to defend critical systems, analyze threats, and contribute to a rapidly evolving field.
Hands-on learning is a key component of this degree. Through labs, simulations, and collaborative projects, you can bridge the gap between classroom concepts and practical applications. As part of the Center for Cyber Excellence, you can gain experience in safeguarding data confidentiality, availability, and integrity while learning risk management strategies to help restore and protect systems.
Additionally, this program covers foundational principles of computer science while fostering a commitment to ethical cybersecurity practices. Rooted in Liberty’s mission of Training Champions for Christ, this degree can help equip you with both technical expertise and a service-oriented mindset. By integrating faith into the curriculum, the program encourages the development of professional skills alongside personal integrity, helping you prepare for meaningful contributions in the cybersecurity field.
What Will You Study in Our Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree?
In this degree program, you can learn how to develop secure software throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC). The SDLC is the process through which software is developed with the highest quality in the shortest amount of time. You can also learn how to assess the security of software using an array of source code and dynamic analysis techniques.
Understanding network infrastructure is key to cybersecurity. You’ll study how data moves across networks, explore communication protocols, and learn to configure and secure both Windows and Linux operating systems. By examining the design of operating systems and enterprise architectures, you can build the expertise needed to protect large-scale computing environments and safeguard sensitive information.
As you advance in the program, your coursework can help you develop expertise in security principles, digital forensics, and ethical hacking. You’ll gain hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools and techniques used to identify and mitigate threats, analyze malware, and strengthen cryptographic defenses. Finally, practical training opportunities allow you to apply your knowledge in real-world settings, so you can prepare to take on critical roles in the cybersecurity field.
Review the Degree Completion Plan (coming soon) and check out our featured courses below to learn more about what you’ll be studying!
Featured Courses
CSCN 366 – Advanced Communications Architectures, Protocols, and Cybersecurity
CSCN 435 – Malware Analysis Tools and Techniques
CSCN 437 – Embedded Systems
CSCN 445 – Applied Digital Forensics
Highlights of Our Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity Science and Operations Program
- Our cybersecurity program offers a robust curriculum that includes advanced programming, data structures, information security, and modern cryptography, which can help prepare you to tackle complex cybersecurity challenges effectively.
- As this degree is offered through our School of Business, you can take part in all that the School of Business building has to offer!
- A 2,000-square-foot Entrepreneurship Center for Innovation
- Our Centers for Cyber Excellence and Financial Literacy
- Information technology labs and a networking and data center
- Liberty’s Center for Cyber Excellence provides specialized training in data confidentiality, system integrity, and risk management, enhancing practical skills crucial for cybersecurity professionals.
- You have the opportunity to pursue a variety of certificates such as Microsoft, SAP, Cisco, etc.
Cybersecurity Bachelor’s Degree Information
- Residential
- 120 total credit hours
- Transfer in up to 75% of your total degree
- This program falls under the School of Business
- View the Degree Completion Plan (coming soon)
- View our course catalog
Career Opportunities for Undergraduate Cybersecurity Degree Graduates
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Ethical hacker
- Incident response specialist
- Information security manager
- Malware analyst
- Network security engineer
- Security consultant
- Security software developer
Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
