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Gain hands-on experience in secure software development, networks and systems, as well as ethical hacking and penetration testing to detect cyberattacks and protect the society. Let's keep what matters most safe.

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Bachelor of Science Cybersecurity

As a cybersecurity major, you will explore ways to recognize cybersecurity threats and attacks, and develop your knowledge in data, software, system, human, organizational and societal security. You'll learn ethical aspects and cyber laws related to each of these cybersecurity areas. You’ll receive knowledge and hands-on skills in secure software development, host-based cyber defense, computer incidence response, and ethical hacking and penetration testing. Interdisciplinary courses in cryptography, information ethics and cybercrime add a well-rounded perspective on the field.

Experiential Learning

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CyberWVU

As a student-run organization, CyberWVU focuses on hands-on experience in cybersecurity. You will regularly participate in cybersecurity competitions such as Cyberforce Competition, National Cyber League (NCL), Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC), and the NATO organized Locked Shields exercise in collaboration with the WV National Guard and DISA.

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Women in Cybersecurity

Women in Cybersecurity is a global organization dedicated to the recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in the cybersecurity workforce. As a member, you'll be focused on professional development, K-12 outreach, guest speakers, and peer mentoring.

AIWVU

As a member of AIWVU, you'll strive to bring technical AI knowledge to everyone who wants to learn, regardless of their experience. This very active student organization hosts biweekly workshops, guest speakers and discussions to make AI more accessible to anyone who wants to learn.

Senior Capstone Design Projects

Cybersecurity capstone design projects are focused on cyber mission objectives to learn experientially. One such project is a cloud-integrated penetration testing platform for drones. The INDRA: Sky Commander project allows you to get hands-on experience at the intersection of cloud technology, modular software development and radio frequency cybersecurity.

Nationally recognized

West Virginia University's B.S. in Cybersecurity program has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) by the U.S. National Security Agency (NSA).

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FOCUS AREAS

Grid and Industrial Security

Focus efforts on protecting security so that company trade secrets and customer data are not leaked and the infrastructure isn’t affected by malicious attacks.

Software Security

Design secure software, apply programming practices for developing secure software, identify and fix software vulnerabilities.

Cybercrime and Cybersecurity

Investigate cyber incidents to develop new tools that can be used to bolster cybersecurity and aid in the prevention of attacks and catching cyber criminals who attempt to steal data and compromise security.

Data Analytics

Identify changes in systems that can be used to detect and predict cyber-attacks and improve security after attacks happen.

Undergraduate Research

Undergraduate research is a great way for you to gain experiential learning to stand out from the crowd in the workforce or build a portfolio for graduate studies. Areas Lane Department students have completed include using AI for ensuring academic integrity, using AI to classify software vulnerabilities, reverse engineering software for vulnerability detection, and developing Capture the Flag activities.

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NATURE OF PROGRAM

You will be able to recognize the relevant issues in cybersecurity and have knowledge in the areas of data security, software security, system security, human security, organizational security and societal security. You will be able to apply the ethical aspects and cyber laws in each cybersecurity area. The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, and designated by the National Security Agency (NSA) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CD).

COURSEWORK

This program provides you with skills in areas such as programming, operating systems, networking, software development, different aspects of cybersecurity, cybercrime and cryptography to prepare you for careers in industry, law enforcement and defense.

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Meet One of Our Grads

Moriah Frazier chose cybersecurity for its vast opportunities and constant evolution in the field, expressing her enthusiasm for math and her future in cybersecurity. She earned her degree in cybersecurity and now works at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PWC) as a cyber risk and regulatory associate.

Get Hired

With cybersecurity degree, you'll have a multitude of careers to choose from when looking for employment. These are just some of the companies and government agencies that have most recently have hired cybersecurity graduates:

Leidos, Amazon, Northrup Grumman, Boeing, FirstEnergy, Microsoft, FBI, NASA Katherine Johnson Independent Verification and Validation Facility, KeyLogic, Trilogy Innovations, U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. Department of Energy.

Hired

Meet one of our students who is gaining real-world experience in the workforce.

Carlee Lusher

As a cybersecurity student from Huntington WV, Carlee has used her time at the Statler College to get involved with many opportunities. She is a member of the WVU AI Club, CyberWVU and the Society of Women Engineers. Through her involvement with extracurricular activities, she landed an internship working with education outreach at the NASA Katherine Johnson IV&V Facility.

The Future Will Be Built By Those Who Are Willing To Go After It.

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Questions?

For more information about the cybersecurity bachelors program,
contact Katerina Goseva-Popstojanova by email katerina.goseva@mail.wvu.edu or by phone 304-293-9691.

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Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources

1374 Evansdale Drive | PO Box 6070
Morgantown, West Virginia 26506-6070

Phone: 304.293.4821 | Email: statler-info@mail.wvu.edu

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