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With so much personal and business information stored in digital formats on wired and wireless communication networks and the omnipresent internet, Cyber-security is an ever-evolving field that protects data against threats. The frequency of high profile breaches, resulting in loss of customer trust, financial losses and regulatory fines, emphasize the need for robust cybersecurity defenses. Cyberattacks can target every size of organization from large enterprises with huge digital footprints to small and mid-sized businesses without the resources to build a comprehensive defense system. And as the cyber threat landscape evolves with new technology like AI and IoT devices, attacks can become more sophisticated and targeted.

A strong cybersecurity strategy encompasses a variety of disciplines to protect data and systems from attack. These include data protection (which protects sensitive information from unauthorized access), threat defense (which acts as a shield against malware such as viruses, ransomware and phishing), business continuity and incident response.

SNHU offers an online bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity that can prepare graduates to develop and implement these protective measures. A Cybersecurity degree program can also help graduates develop the technical skills to pursue a variety of career paths, from a security analyst to a risk manager.

Alex Petitto ’21, a cyber security major at SNHU, called his degree “monumental” and said it was a key step in his goal to work in the industry.

The Cybersecurity program is validated by the National Security Agency, making it an excellent choice for students interested in pursuing a job in government or private industry.