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B.S. in Information Technology – Data Networking and Security

120

Credit Hours

Class Size

Average residential class size of 27 students

Transfer Credits

Transfer up to 75% of degree total to Liberty

Center for Cyber Excellence

Guidance & oversight of cybersecurity programs

Accreditation

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Class Size

Average residential class size of 27 students

Transfer Credits

Transfer up to 75% of degree total to Liberty

Center for Cyber Excellence

Guidance & oversight of cybersecurity programs

Accreditation

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)

Residential IT Data Networking & Security Program

Equip yourself with critical skills in this quickly expanding field with a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Data Networking & Security degree. Learn from industry leaders and apply your knowledge with hands-on projects and real-world application.

As a part of the program, you will complete the Cisco Netacademy curriculum for the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. Gain skills in computer programming, cyber security, databases, distributed computing, human-computer interaction, network security, and more.

All courses are taught from a biblical worldview, and you will graduate ready to meet the growing demand in this field for data network and security administrators.

The B.S. in IT: Data Networking & Security degree is also offered online


Designation

The Department of Homeland Security and National Security Agency have designated Liberty University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education for the B.S. in Information Technology with Data Networking and Security Cognate.


Academics: Data Networking & Security Cognate

In addition to the required core classes on the program of study, each student is required to complete various core classes that specialize in Information Technology.

Credit Hours

120 Credit Hours

Program of Study

Information Technology (B.S.) – Data Networking & Security

Admission Requirements

View Liberty’s undergraduate admissions requirements

Featured Data Networking & Security Courses

  • Networks (CSIS 331)
  • Network Security (CSIS 335)
  • Information Security Planning (CSIS 341)
  • Advanced Networking and Communication Systems (CSIS 430)

Career Opportunities in Data Networking & Security 

  • Network Administrator
  • Network Security Manager
  • Security Analyst
  • Security Auditor
  • Systems Administrator
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