Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Operations - Cyber Law and Policy in Tucson United States | University of Arizona

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Cyber Operations with a specialization in Cyber Law and Policy, offered by the College of Applied Science and Technology, represents one of three available degree paths. This interdisciplinary track combines legal and policy studies with robust technical training, equipping graduates for leadership roles in the field. The program features Cyberapolis, an advanced virtual learning platform where students gain hands-on experience in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity strategies. This curriculum aligns with the National Security Agency's academic standards for Centers of Academic Excellence in both Cyber Operations (CAE-CO) and Cyber Defense (CAE-CD).

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Analytical Reasoning & Solution Development, Show comprehension of how variations influence results, recognize unusual occurrences, work with multivariable calculus functions, and address intricate challenges through computational methods and scripting.
Cybersecurity Threat Analysis, Illustrate and apply techniques for gathering, examining, and sharing information about adversaries' objectives, tactics, and motivations to assist security teams in safeguarding vital organizational resources.
Protective Cybersecurity Measures, Outline, assess, and manage secure network infrastructures utilizing appropriate defensive technologies to achieve security objectives.
Digital Investigation Techniques, Perform and clarify forensic imaging procedures, analyze user behavior, identify system compromises, detect attack evidence, and retrieve concealed or erased data.
Legal Frameworks & Ethical Considerations, Discuss the intersection of digital ethics and legislation, penalties for unauthorized system access, and analyze technological advancements that outpace current laws.
Malware Analysis, Conduct secure examination of suspicious software, including disguised malicious programs, to determine their complete functionality.
Network Systems, Exhibit comprehensive knowledge of network infrastructure, data transmission, protocol functionality, and the hierarchical relationship between network layers.
Strategic Cybersecurity Offensives, Detail and execute the stages of proactive cyber operations, including authorization protocols and post-operation evaluation processes.
System Architecture & Advanced Programming, Demonstrate proficiency across multiple operating systems and develop sophisticated low-level applications capable of exploiting identified system weaknesses.
Security Fundamentals & System Weaknesses, Explain different vulnerability types, their origins, the relationship between security concepts, and how design flaws can create opportunities for cyber attacks.