Overview
This program gives you the opportunity to explore the exciting world of Cybersecurity along with different network topologies and how to apply them in industry today.
Rose State College offers degrees and certificate programs that prepare you for careers that are in demand, whether you are interested in advancing your career, getting back to work, or entering the workforce for the first time.
POC: Ken Dewey; Director / POC Cyber Security Program | Business Information Technology Division
(405) 733-7977
kdewey [@] rose.edu
What You Will Learn
The cyber security program includes an understanding of security, networking, cryptography, ethical hacking, cloud security, along with forensic investigation methods. Students are prepared to pass industry certification exams. Program requires admission to Rose State College.
Why Cybersecurity is a Great Career Field
Businessweek: “In less than two years, more than 93 million Americans have had their personal information lost, stolen, or otherwise compromised… the average identity theft victim spends $834 and 77 hours just clearing his name.”
Washington Post: "We need people who can keep cyber enemies from infiltrating the many operating systems that are now out there…This is as great a threat as nuclear warfare when it comes to ensuring our national security.”
Richard George, technical director, Information Assurance Directorate, National Security Agency (NSA): "The fact that you have all (six levels of federal certification) shows that you have a faculty that understands and can impart that information to the students and get them prepared to go out and make a difference. This is a phenomenal achievement.”
Awards
- Selected as a “National Center of Academic Excellence” by the National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security.
- Chosen by the National Science Foundation for cyber security training.
- Designated as a Cyber Patriot Center of Excellence by the Air Force Association.
- Honored by the State of Oklahoma for its national prominence in cyber security.
Scholarships
“I'm starting my Ph.D. program this fall. Rose opened the door for me.” — Chad, cyber security graduate, analyst for the Department of Defense
“We have many students who go to work for the CIA, the FBI, the NSA and the Department of Defense…one of our students who went to work there changed how they were doing things and patented it. That's the kind of student who comes from Rose State.” –Program director Ken Dewey.
INFOSEC Background Review/Ethics Release
INFOSEC Background Review / Ethics Release is required for all students enrolling in the Cyber Security program at Rose State College. Access the Review/Ethics Release Agreement (PDF)
