100%
Online Coursework
$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
2 years
Average Completion*
Protect What Matters.
Lead the Future of Cybersecurity.
Cyber threats are constantly-evolving, and organizations need professionals who understand both the technology and the business decisions behind effective cybersecurity.
The Bachelor of Science in Management of Cybersecurity Operations at Athens State University prepares you to help organizations identify risks, protect information, respond to threats, and build stronger security strategies. This interdisciplinary program combines cybersecurity, information systems, and business management to prepare you for the growing field of cybersecurity operations. You’ll develop the technical awareness, analytical thinking, and leadership skills needed to help organizations protect their people, systems, and information.
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science in Management of Cybersecurity Operations takes a management-focused approach to cybersecurity. Rather than focusing exclusively on the technical side of cyber defense, the program prepares you to understand cybersecurity within the broader business and organizational environment.
You’ll explore areas including risk management, security operations, information assurance, incident response, disaster recovery, cybersecurity governance, and security strategy. The program can prepare you for roles where understanding both cybersecurity and organizational management is essential.
Program Details
Effective cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue. It requires organizations to understand risk, establish policies, allocate resources, respond to incidents, and make informed decisions about protecting critical information and systems.
The Management of Cybersecurity Operations program gives you a holistic view of cyber defense while building a foundation in business and management. You’ll learn to evaluate vulnerabilities, manage cybersecurity risks, develop security strategies, and help organizations prepare for and respond to evolving threats.
You’ll learn valuable skills related to:
- Cybersecurity administration and operations management
- Risk management
- Information security governance
- Business continuity and resilience planning
- Cybersecurity systems and product acquisition
- Incident response
- Information systems
- Security audits and compliance
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
Cybersecurity is essential to virtually every industry. Businesses, government agencies, health care organizations, financial institutions, manufacturers, and other organizations all depend on professionals who can help protect information and manage cyber risk. This program can prepare you for entry-level opportunities in cybersecurity management, information assurance, risk management, security compliance, enterprise architecture, and related areas.
Explore your career pathways with the Bachelor of Science in Management of Cybersecurity Operations, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$85k
Information Security Analysts Estimated Entry Salary
$133k
Information Security Analysts Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
Athens State University is proud to offer the lowest tuition of any public, four-year university in Alabama, making it possible to earn an advanced degree while keeping your education affordable. Combined with flexible online learning, scholarships, and financial aid opportunities, our Management of Cybersecurity Operations degree delivers exceptional value and a strong return on your investment.
Why Choose this Program at Athens State?
Life doesn’t stop while you’re earning your degree. That’s why the Management of Cybersecurity Operations degree is offered entirely online, allowing you to complete coursework when it fits your schedule without sacrificing academic quality.
Built for Today’s Professionals
You shouldn’t have to choose between advancing your education and advancing your career. Athens State’s degree programs are designed with working professionals in mind. Flexible learning options allow you to pursue your degree while continuing to meet your professional and personal commitments.
Invest in Your Future The Smart Way
Athens State University is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality education. As Alabama’s most affordable public, state university, we give you the opportunity to earn an advanced degree while making a smart investment in your future, without unnecessary debt. Plus, our learning partnerships make a degree from Athens Sate even more accessible.
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world accounting and business experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone—our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.