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New cybersecurity threats are emerging every day, and the demand for cybersecurity experts is rising just as fast. <\/span><\/p>\n The EWU cybersecurity program will help you develop the skills, real-world experience, and tech know-how to outsmart malicious hackers, protect sensitive data, and make the internet safer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You\u2019ll also go beyond the classroom with hands-on training, real-world simulations, and research opportunities that give you the confidence to thrive in a dynamic and fast-growing field.<\/span><\/p>\n With a focus on applied learning, cybersecurity students participate in the Cybersecurity Club, compete\u2014and win\u2014in national contests like the NCAE Cyber Games, and land internships and jobs at top companies such as Amazon Web Services.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re interested in ethical hacking, digital forensics, or encryption, you\u2019ll find the tools, mentorship, and community to succeed. 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