Bachelor of Science
Cyber Operations

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Protect the Systems Society Relies On

As cybercrime continues to rise, skilled defenders are more essential than ever—that’s where you come in. At Eastern Washington University, you’ll develop in-demand skills in programming, network security, cybersecurity, and more through our NSA-certified Cyber Operations degree program.

Learn how to track and stop hackers, analyze malware, defend networks, and respond to threats in real time. You’ll also explore the ethical, legal, and human aspects of cybersecurity, gaining a deeper understanding of how cyberattacks happen and why they matter.

Gain hands-on experience with real-world tools, access internship opportunities, and connect with industry pros who can help guide your career. By the time you graduate, you’ll be ready to make an impact and help shape the future of cybersecurity.

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Why Study Cybersecurity at the Region's Polytechnic?

Get a hands-on education, real-world experience, and personalized support from faculty so you can launch your career with confidence.

Applied Learning

Applied Learning

Engage in hands-on training, real-world simulations, and research opportunities that help you sharpen your skills.

Support & Mentorship

Support & Mentorship

Build confidence with personalized guidance tailored to your learning style and goals so you're set up for success.

NSA Certified

NSA Certified

EWU is the region’s only four-year institution recognized by the National Security Agency as a NCAE-C.

Career Connections

Career Connections

Gain insights from faculty, collaborate with peers, and get expert guidance from industry pros to launch your cybersecurity career.

National Cyber Competitions

National Cyber Competitions

Join the Cybersecurity Club and represent EWU in competitions like the National Cyber League and National Security Club Challenge.

Applied Learning Opportunities

  • Internships: Get real-world experience (and often credit or pay) by working in a professional setting connected to your career goals.
  • Classroom-Based Applied Learning/Simulation: Practice real-world decision-making through simulations, case studies, role playing, and other hands-on activities in the classroom.
  • Applied Laboratory Work: Build practical, career-ready skills by working hands-on in labs that mirror professional lab environments.
  • Apprenticeship: Build career-ready skills through a structured program that combines hands-on training, paid work experience, and classroom instruction.
  • Co-ops (Cooperative Education): Spend six months or more in a full-time, career-related job that alternates with classes so you graduate with professional experience.
  • Undergraduate Research: Collaborate with professors on research projects where you ask questions, solve problems, and present what you discover.
Cyber students work in the classroom.

What You'll Learn

The following information comes from the official EWU catalog, which outlines all degree requirements and serves as the guide to earning a degree. Courses are designed to provide a well-rounded and versatile degree, covering a wide range of subject areas.

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Cybersecurity

Stu Steiner
Director and Center Point of Contact

We prepare students to excel in the dynamic field of cybersecurity, blending essential knowledge with practical, in-demand skills.

Designations:

The National Security Agency (NSA) has named EWU as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations (CAE-CO), making Eastern the 22nd university nationwide to attain this prestigious designation and the only one in the Pacific Northwest to do so.

The National Security Agency designated EWU as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (NCAE-C).

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