Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Cyber Security Track (CS-CYS)

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Cyber Security Track (CS-CYS) is a program designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to deal with emerging technologies and approaches in the area of cyber security. This track is available to students in the Computer Science, Information Systems, and Software Engineering undergraduate programs.

Track Objectives

The Cyber Security track enables students to apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats after graduation.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities for graduates of the Cyber Security track include:

• Cyber Security Consultant
• Network Security Specialist
• Information Assurance Specialist
• Computer Security System Analyst
• Web Security Engineer
• Information Security Officer
• Information Security Operations Manager
• Cybersecurity Administrator
• IT Security Manager

Track Requirements

Students taking the Cyber Security track are required to complete the following four courses:

• CYS 402 Secure Software Development
• CYS 403 Security Risk Management Governance & Control
• CYS 405 Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking
• CYS 406 Data and Network Security

Study Plan

The study plan for the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Cyber Security Track (CS-CYS) is outlined below:

Year 1

Semester 1

• CS 101 Computer Programming I (4 credits)
• SCI 101 Intro to Physical Sciences (3 credits)
• MATH 111 Calculus I (3 credits)
• ENG 101 Intensive English Writing (3 credits)
• ISC 101 Islamic Ethics (2 credits)
• ARAB 101 Arabic Writing I (2 credits)
• PE XXX Physical Education (1 credit) Total: 18 credits

Semester 2

• CS 102 Computer Programming II (3 credits)
• CS 175 Computer Org & Digital Logic (3 credits)
• MATH 113 Calculus II (3 credits)
• STAT 101 Intro to Stat & Probability (3 credits)
• ENG 103 Research Writing Techniques (3 credits)
• ISC 103 Islamic Economic System (2 credits) Total: 17 credits

Year 2

Semester 1

• CS 210 Data Struct and Algorithms (3 credits)
• CS 285 Discrete Math for Computing (3 credits)
• CS 223 Comp. Linear Algebra (3 credits)
• PHY 105 Physics I (4 credits)
• COM 201 Communications Skills (3 credits)
• ISC 105 Holy Quran Sciences (2 credits) Total: 18 credits

Semester 2

• SE 201 Intro to Software Engg (3 credits)
• CS 320 Programming Languages (3 credits)
• CS 330 Intro. to Operating Systems (3 credits)
• PHY 205 Physics II (4 credits)
• PSY 101 Introduction to Psychology (3 credits)
• ARAB 103 Arabic Writing II (2 credits) Total: 18 credits

Year 3

Semester 1

• CS 311 Design & Analysis of Algorithms (3 credits)
• CS 331 Data Comm & Comp Networks (3 credits)
• CS 340 Intro to Database Systems (3 credits)
• CYS 401 Fundamentals of Cybersecurity (3 credits)
• ETHC 303 Ethical and Social Aspects of Computing (3 credits)
• FREE XX1 Free Elective I (3 credits) Total: 18 credits

Semester 2

• CS 435 Distributed Systems (3 credits)
• CYS 402 Secure Software Development (3 credits)
• CYS 403 Security Risk Mgmt, Gov & Cont (3 credits)
• PE Physical Education (1 credit)
• SE 371 Web Engineering (3 credits)
• ISC 203 New Financial Transactions (2 credits)
• BUS XX1 Business Elective I (3 credits) Total: 18 credits

Year 4

Semester 1

• CS XX1 CS Elective I (3 credits)
• CYS 405 Pen Testing & Ethical Hacking (3 credits)
• CYS 406 Data & Network Security (3 credits)
• CS 499 Senior Project (3 credits)
• XXX XXX Free Elective II (3 credits)
• ARAB 203 Arabic Writing III (2 credits) Total: 17 credits

Semester 2

• CS 492 Co-op in Computer Science (10 credits) Total: 10 credits

Program Details

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Cyber Security Track (CS-CYS) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in computer science and cyber security. The program includes a range of courses in computer science, mathematics, and cyber security, as well as electives and a senior project. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in cyber security and related fields.