Overview

The Computer Science - Cyber Security program of Saint Leo University satisfies the dual needs of preparing graduates to (1) fill the need for information security and assurance professionals to work in a wide variety of capacities to protect the information systems of different types of organizations, and to support the nation's information infrastructure and (2) conducting advanced research and in information security and assurance. Students develop core competencies in operating systems and networks. They focus on the technical aspects of information security, examining ways to provide secure information processing systems by utilizing operating systems security; distributed secure system architectures; database security; software applications security; security policies; applications security; network and distributed systems security; cryptography; and security protocols.

Students who join the Computer Science 3+1 Accelerated Degree Program will enjoy all of the benefits afforded by studing at Saint Leo's Donald R. Tapia College of Business, including:

• No entrance exams required for the graduate portion

• Preferential admission to the graduate program

• Gaining a competitive edge over their peers, graduating with two high-value degrees in less time

• Ability to enter the workforce earlier, armed with an advanced degree that will likely increase career opportunities and earning potential

• Savings by reducing the amount of tuition, fees and housing costs necessary to earn both degrees

What can you do with a Computer Science/Cyber Security degree?

• Software Engineer

• Computer Scientist

• Web Developer

• System Software Developer

• IT Security Analyst

• Systems Analyst

• Systems Integrator

• Computer Programmer

• Database Administrator

• Network Administrator