العربية Cybersecurity and Networks, College of Computers and Information Technology
Introduction to the Cybersecurity and Networks Program:
The Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Networks program was launched in 2021 by the College of Computing and Information Technology in direct response to the escalating demand in local and regional job markets for qualified professionals in cybersecurity and network technology. The program’s curriculum is meticulously designed to align with the standards of ABET and the curricular guidelines of ACM/IEEE, while also integrating the NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework. This comprehensive approach ensures that the program meets the rapidly evolving needs of society in an era of accelerated digital transformation.
As a leading and specialized program, it offers a Bachelor of Science degree through a modern, four-year study plan comprising 139 credit hours. The curriculum provides a strong academic foundation in both the theoretical and practical aspects of cybersecurity and networking. Instruction is delivered by a highly qualified and specialized faculty with expertise across various fields of computer science, information security, and network engineering.
The program is distinguished by its holistic and multidisciplinary nature, offering students a promising career path in various industrial, technological, governmental, and non-profit sectors. It equips graduates with the advanced skills necessary to secure cyberspace and protect digital assets in business and societal environments.
Through practical projects, community service, field training, and experiential learning, students gain integrated, hands-on experience in designing, building, and securing enterprise networks and computing environments. The program offers students:
- A broad knowledge base covering the full spectrum of network and computing environment design, construction, and security.
- High-level practical competence in server software installation, system administration, and configuring local and wide-area network services using the latest technologies and protocols.
- A variety of specialized courses in networking, system administration, and cybersecurity, with a focus on practical application in small class settings.
- A stimulating academic environment, complemented by significant and promising job opportunities in local, regional, and international markets, both during their studies and after graduation.
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Networks Program is preparing graduates as technically competent and ethically responsible leaders. The program equips graduates with fundamental cybersecurity principles for securing and evaluating complex computing systems. It fosters an environment of continuous professional growth and effective communication, empowering graduates to adapt to emerging technologies and contribute meaningfully to protecting digital assets in a local and a global context.
The Program Educational Objectives of the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity and Networks program describe what graduates are expected to attain within a few years after graduation, which are:
- PEO 1: Professional and Technical Competence: Graduates will Successfully apply fundamental principles and practices of cybersecurity and networks to design, secure, and evaluate complex computing systems, contributing effectively to the protection of organizational digital assets against evolving risks and threats.
- PEO 2: Professional Growth and Lifelong Learning: Graduates will Demonstrate continuous professional development by pursuing advanced professional certifications, engaging in graduate studies, or assuming increasing responsibilities within their work environment, while adapting to new cybersecurity technologies and threats.
- PEO 3: Leadership and Effective Communication: Graduates will Function productively and effectively as individuals and within multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating the ability to assume leadership roles in cybersecurity projects and communicate clearly with diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders.
PEO 4: Professional and Ethical Responsibility: Graduates will Practice the cybersecurity profession in accordance with the highest ethical and legal standards, making informed judgments that balance business requirements, the protection of privacy, and societal responsibility.
Qualification (certificate) awarded by the program
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Cybersecurity and Networks
Program duration
4 Years .
Number of credit hours
139 credit hours.
Degree Program conferred
- In Arabic: درجة البكالوريوس في الأمن السيبراني والشبكات
- In English: Bachelor of Science Degree in Cybersecurity and Networks
- Security Analyst
- Network and Information Security Engineer
- Cybersecurity Consultant
- Security Systems Administrator
- Internet and Cisco networks specialist
- Network Security Engineer/ Analyst
- Risk/ Vulnerability Analyst
- Digital Forensic Analyst and Examiner
- Computer network defense systems specialist and analyst
- Web Application and Cloud Security Engineer
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
- Academic and researcher in the field of cybersecurity and networks
- Upon successful completion of the undergraduate cybersecurity and networks Program, the graduates will be able to:
- Knowledge and Understanding:
A1. Demonstrate a sound knowledge of computing and mathematics that leads to exercise critical judgement for solving real world Cybersecurity and networks problems.
A2. Show deep understanding of Cybersecurity and networks concepts, theories, practices, requirements and issues for network planning and design, computing assets defense, digital forensics investigation, and business continuity.
- Cognitive/ Intellectual Skills
B1. Analyze complex computing problems to identify substantial solutions using principles or techniques of computing, mathematics, and other relevant disciplines.
B2. Analyze a broadly defined security problem to identify and evaluate appropriate tools and techniques for the design and implementation of cybersecurity and networks solutions.
- Practical and Professional Skills:
C1. Design, implement and evaluate a cybersecurity and networks techniques-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the cybersecurity and network’s discipline.
C 2. Apply and employ acquired cybersecurity principles, theories and practices to develop secure computing-based systems and digital forensic investigation in the presence of threats and risks.
- General and Transferable Skills
D1. Communicate and negotiate effectively with a range of audiences.
D2. Function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader of a team in multidisciplinary environment.
D3. Engage in lifelong learning for continual development in academic or career life.
D4. Demonstrate professionalism, social and ethical consideration to make informed judgments in computing practice in accordance with ethical and legal principles.
Upon successful completion of an undergraduate Cybersecurity and Networks program, graduates will be able to:
- Knowledgeable: has deep and comprehensive knowledge in the principles, theories, applications and practices related to cybersecurity and networks.
- Problem Solver and Creative Thinker: has the skills of complex cybersecurity and networks problem analysis and solving.
- Developer: has the skills of developing and implementing secure computing and networking systems.
- Technical:has the skills of Modern Cybersecurity Tools and Techniques
- Professional:committed to professional responsibilities (including social, legal, ethical, and cultural issues) in cybersecurity and networks
- Communicator:has the skills of communication and negotiation in different context.
- Collaborator and Manager:has the skills of working as individual and as team member or team leader in different positions.
Researcher and Self-learner: committed to Lifelong Learning and has the research skills.
In today’s highly interconnected world, protecting digital information and ensuring the resilience of network infrastructure have become top priorities for organizations and societies alike. As reliance on networks, operating systems, and digital technologies continues to grow across government, private, and industrial sectors, the fields of networking, systems administration, IT operations, and cybersecurity are becoming increasingly complex and interdependent. This creates a pressing demand for qualified professionals capable of designing secure networks, managing systems efficiently, and countering emerging cyber threats — thereby safeguarding critical assets and supporting sustainable digital transformation.
- Unique and Emerging Specialization: One of the few and rapidly growing disciplines that meet the increasing demand in cybersecurity, information protection, and networking/communications.
- Curriculum Aligned with International Standards: Designed in accordance with the most recent academic and professional references (ABET, ACM/IEEE, NICE Framework) and benchmarked against leading regional and global universities.
- Academic Flexibility: Based on the credit-hour system, allowing students to graduate in less than four years with options to focus on specialized tracks in cybersecurity or networking.
- Highly Qualified Faculty: Delivered by a team of specialized faculty members and experts in computing and cybersecurity to ensure high-quality education and enhanced learning outcomes.
- Balanced Theoretical and Practical Learning: Each course integrates both theoretical content and hands-on applications under professional supervision, often culminating in applied projects or case studies.
- State-of-the-Art Infrastructure: Equipped with modern laboratories, advanced technical facilities, and the latest software and simulation tools to provide a highly interactive learning environment.
- Innovative Teaching Methods: Incorporating active learning strategies such as project-based learning (PBL), simulation, and interactive labs to foster critical thinking, analytical skills, and creativity in cybersecurity and secure networking (wired and wireless).
- Professional Preparation: Graduates are equipped with the competencies to design, develop, and test cybersecurity systems and secure networks, enabling them to compete successfully in the local, regional, and global job markets.
- Commitment to Quality and Accreditation: The program strives to meet local and international academic quality standards and aims to achieve specialized international accreditation.
- Strategic Academic and Industry Partnerships:
- Integration of networking and operating systems courses with Cisco Academy training, enabling students to earn professional certifications such as CCNA1, CCNA2, CCNA3, and Cisco Linux.
- Embedding cybersecurity courses with training programs from EC-Council, preparing students to pursue internationally recognized certifications such as CEH (Ethical Hacking), CND (Network Defense), CHFI (Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator), CCSE, CCT, among others.
Cybersecurity training programs and accredited certifications under the academic partnership with the International Council for Electronic Commerce EC-Council:
| 1. (EHE (Ethical Hacking Essentials | Fundamental: (ESSENTIAL SERIES)
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| 2. DFE (Digital Forensics Essentials) | |
| 3. NDE (Network Defense Essentials) | |
| 4. CEH v12 (Certified Ethical Hacking) | Core: (ETHICAL HACKING) |
| 5. C|CT v1 (Certified Cybersecurity Technician )
6. CND v1,2 (Certified Network Defense) |
Core: (NETWORK SECURITY) |
| 7. CHFI (Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator) | Specialization: (COMPUTER FORENSICS) |
| 8. CTIA (Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst) |
Specialization: (INCIDENT HANDLING) |
| 9. ECIH (Certified Incident Handler) |