Beyond Boise State
Meet the rising demand for well-trained cybersecurity professionals and pursue a rewarding career across several industries with an online Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience. Gain hands-on experience, develop your technical skills and network with industry professionals.
Are you ready to get started? Contact a student success coach to learn more about the online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree at Boise State University.
How Much Do Cyber Operations and Resilience Graduates Make?
Cybersecurity is a fast-growing, high-demand field. Here’s the average salary and job outlook for an information security analyst. All occupational data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Median Salary
$124,910 annually or $60.05 hourly
Projected New Jobs
29% job growth is projected from 2024 to 2034
What Jobs Can I Get with a Cybersecurity Degree?
Boise State’s online cybersecurity bachelor’s degree options build practical skills in a dynamic and ever-evolving industry. You’ll become an expert in policy and threat analysis, risk assessment, ethical decision-making and security solutions.
Program graduates can enter the workforce ready to pursue entry-level roles in the field or continue their educational journey by earning an advanced degree or certificate.
Explore some of the most popular career paths available to cybersecurity graduates below.
Computer and Information Systems Manager
Computer and information systems managers help plan, coordinate and direct systems-related activities in an organization. They also implement and maintain cybersecurity processes to detect, prevent and mitigate threats.
Salary range: $104,450 to $239,200
Information Security Analyst
Information security analysts create and implement security measures to monitor and protect an organization’s networks, systems and databases. They stay up to date on the latest industry trends, gather metrics and reports and establish best practices for organizations.
Salary range: $69,660 to $186,420
Systems Administrator
Systems administrators diagnose and solve network-related issues within an organization. They also actively monitor systems for cybersecurity threats and ensure system integrity through risk mitigation.
Salary range: $60,320 to $150,320
More Potential Career Paths in Cyber Operations and Resilience
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Security analyst I
- Information security developer
- Network analyst
- IT security governance
- Identity management
- Security assurance analyst
- Technical support specialist
- Database administrator
- Enterprise architect
Is a Cyber Operations and Resilience Degree Worth It?
As the demand for cybersecurity experts continues to rise, many prospective students wonder whether pursuing an online Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience is a worthwhile investment.
To help answer this question, we’ve gathered key statistics on graduating student satisfaction from Boise State’s Graduating Student Survey. The following facts and figures are from the most recent report.
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Beyond Your Bachelor’s Degree
What comes next after earning your bachelor’s degree? The Bachelor of Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience prepares you to join the workforce with knowledge in systems thinking to improve security and resilience and the skills necessary for a broad framework of cyber applications.
You can also pursue a graduate degree or certificate to further enhance your career prospects. The online Master of Science in Cyber Operations and Resilience is designed for working professionals wanting to take their careers to the next level. This program offers the same flexible format as the bachelor’s degree with asynchronous courses, seven-week sessions, six start dates per year and completion in as few as four semesters.
Graduate certificates in analyst and threat intelligence, resilience engineering and governance policy administration can be earned as part of your master’s degree program or as stand-alone credentials. These nine-credit cybersecurity certificates can be completed in as few as two semesters.
Talk with a student success coach about your qualifications and see if you may be a good candidate for the cybersecurity graduate program or certificates.
How Can I Prepare for My Career in Cybersecurity?
Prior to earning your cybersecurity bachelor’s degree, you can prepare for your future career by:
- Connecting with your online career counselor early for tips and strategies to help with your job search.
- Scheduling informational interviews with individuals in your desired field or industry.
- Maintaining a current resume or CV and asking for others familiar with your career goals and positions you plan to apply for to review and make suggestions.
- Joining professional associations related to your field of interest.
- Identifying and pursuing leadership opportunities in your classes, current job or the community to gain experience for your resume.
- Updating your LinkedIn profile and using it to demonstrate your skill sets and highlight your professional expertise. (Recruiters use LinkedIn and similar platforms to connect with potential employees, and the platform can be a great way to build your network.)
- Asking professors, classmates or current supervisors and peers to write you a letter of recommendation.
Empowering Your Career Journey
At Boise State, we’re committed to your career success from day one. As a Boise State Online student, you have full access to Career Services, including career coaching, job search resources, resume reviews and networking opportunities. Get the support you need to advance your career — wherever you are.
Didn’t find what you’re looking for?
Contact our enrollment and student success team for support by emailing us at CyberOnline@boisestate.edu, calling (208) 426-5921 or clicking the chat button.