Bachelor of Science in
Cyber Intelligence and Security
The Bachelor of Science in Cyber Intelligence and Security program prepares graduates to lead, manage, administer and even establish organizations in the growing the field of cybersecurity. Through reality-based scenarios, students develop the knowledge in computer science and cybersecurity needed to defend the people, data, software and networks that keep the world safe and productive.
For students who have an interest in safeguarding the online systems that power our world and store sensitive data, then a degree in Cyber Intelligence and Security from Embry-Riddle may be the path for them.
From hands-on work with computer forensics, threat analysis and intrusion detection, students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to help prevent and combat cybersecurity attacks in industry, government and military settings.
Industry Partnerships & Accreditation
- The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) jointly sponsor the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) program and have the Prescott Campus as an NSA/DHS CAE-CD institution with its cyber intelligence program meeting their stringent criteria.
- The Cyber Intelligence and Security program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Notable Employers of Alumni
- Amazon
- American Express
- The Boeing Company
- Collins Aerospace
- Department of Defense
- Honeywell
- Microsoft
- Lockheed Martin
- NASA
- Northrop Grumman
- RTX Corporation
120 credits
Transfer Credit
- Varies by campus, program and more.
- Admissions will work one-on-one with you to maximize your transfer credit. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.
Estimated Costs
- Varies by campus, program and more.
- Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more info, complete a request for information form or contact admissions.
Campuses Offering Degree
- Prescott, AZ
- Cyber Lab – This lab enables students to tackle the challenge of defending against evolving cyber threats in a safe, hands-on environment. Students, often referring to it as the "Hacker Lab," learn offensive and defensive cyber techniques, perform penetration tests, reverse engineer malware and conduct forensic investigations.
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