Build Strong Systems and Protect Organizations From Digital Threats
Program Overview
As organizations increasingly rely on digital systems and data, the demand for professionals who can protect networks, manage cyber risk and safeguard sensitive information continues to grow. The online Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.) in Cybersecurity Administration from Syracuse University prepares students to pursue roles in this rapidly expanding field.2
Designed for working professionals and adult learners, the program explores how organizations defend against cyber threats and manage security across complex digital environments. The B.P.S. in Cybersecurity Administration is offered through the College of Professional Studies and prepares graduates to help protect critical systems and infrastructure across industries.
Program Details
- 120-credit bachelor's degree; transfer up to 90 credits
- 100% online, part-time format
- Blend of asynchronous and synchronous learning
- Six start dates per year
- Eight-week courses
- Validated by the National Security Agency (NSA) as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defence (NCAE-CD)1
About the College of Professional Studies
The College of Professional Studies is Syracuse University's hub for continuing and professional education, serving a diverse community of working professionals and adult learners. The college develops career-focused programs designed to help students build practical skills and advance in rapidly evolving professional fields.
With more than a century of experience supporting part-time and nontraditional students, the College of Professional Studies delivers flexible academic programs that emphasize applied learning, interdisciplinary study and career advancement.
What You'll Learn
Students in the program learn to:
- Identify and evaluate cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities and risks
- Apply cybersecurity frameworks and risk management practices
- Understand network security principles and digital infrastructure protection
- Analyze cyber incidents and develop response strategies
- Evaluate legal, ethical and policy considerations related to cybersecurity
What's a B.P.S. degree?
The Bachelor of Professional Studies (B.P.S.) is a career-focused bachelor's degree designed to prepare students with the practical skills employers seek. These programs emphasize applied learning and professional competencies while maintaining Syracuse University's academic standards. Compared with traditional B.A. or B.S. degrees, B.P.S. programs place a stronger emphasis on career-oriented coursework. Learn more about the Bachelor of Professional Studies degree.
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Cybersecurity Administration Curriculum
Students complete a combination of cybersecurity core coursework and undergraduate general education requirements. Core courses focus on cybersecurity strategy, risk management, network security and digital infrastructure protection, while general education courses provide a broad academic foundation across disciplines.
Sample Courses
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Develop practical and theoretical knowledge of network security including network security threats, mitigation/defense techniques, virtual private networks (VPSs), firewalls, intrusion detection and security policies and their place in information technology and business plans.
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Explore common issues, challenges and trends in information security from both organizational and global perspectives.
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Examine how organizations identify, assess and manage risk, exploring strategies for measuring potential losses, strengthening governance and planning for unexpected disruptions.
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Explore the core principles of digital forensics, including how investigators collect, preserve and analyze digital evidence while maintaining strict standards for evidence integrity and quality assurance.
Career Outcomes
Graduates of the program may pursue careers across industries including:
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Information security specialist
- Network security administrator
- Cyber risk analyst
- Security operations center (SOC) analyst
- IT security manager
CPS Online Undergraduate Tuition Incentive Grant
Upon admission to the program, you could be eligible for this grant which reduces your tuition rate to $575 per credit.
Admissions Requirements
Admissions requirements include:
- Completed admissions application
- Personal statement
- Resume
- Transcripts (secondary school and transcripts for any college credit)
CPS Application Deadlines - Online Programs
SOURCES
- Retrieved on March 6, 2026, from maps.caecommunity.org/
- Retrieved on March 6, 2026, from bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/information-security-analysts.htm
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