Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics at Highline
Are you interested in starting an Information Technology (IT) career in a rapidly growing field that pays well? A cybersecurity and digital forensics degree will give you the foundational skills and knowledge to enter the field and earn a competitive salary.
A Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Degree can:
- Open doors to careers
- Increase your earning potential
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PATHWAYS at Highline College
Students can take courses that build toward skills-based certificates and degrees. Each certificate can bring you one step closer to your degree while enhancing your resume and value in the workplace.
Why Highline
Cost-effective – same quality education as a four-year university
Easy access to Financial Aid Funding with no application deadlines
Small personalized classes that provide individualized instruction
Convenient location – good public transport options and parking available
In-person, hybrid and online course options
Diverse student and faculty population
Our Cybersecurity and Forensics Degree Programs
Global Cybersecurity Investigations
Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics BAS
Global Cybersecurity Investigations AAS
Global cybersecurity investigations gives you a firm foundation in conducting cyber investigations for devices, including desktops, laptops, the cloud, mobile and other sensors. Learn how to find digital footprints, deleted files and emails. You will also gain an understanding of international privacy laws.
After you earn our Associate of Applied Science in Global Cybersecurity Investigations degree, you can apply for entry-level jobs in the IT field, continue on to complete your Bachelor’ of Applied Science degree at Highline, or transfer your earned credits to a four-year uninveristy.
Careers and Earning Potential
The job market for cybersecurity professionals is strong. Individuals with an Associate of Applied Science degree work in a variety of entry-level roles in data recovery services across all industries. (Source: Workforce Development Council of Seattle–King County)
Length of Time to Complete
- The time to complete the cybersecurity Associate of Applied Science degree depends on what quarter you start the program.
- If you start your degree in the fall, it can typically be completed within six quarters when attending full-time (15 credits/quarter). Attending part-time will lengthen the time that it would take to complete the program, but this can be offset by attending summer quarter.
Cost of Program
Books: $762/year (average)
Fees and other expenses: $1,950
Financial aid and funding options may be available!
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Global cybersecurity investigations gives you a firm foundation in conducting cyber investigations for devices, including desktops, laptops, the cloud, mobile and other sensors.
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Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics BAS
Do you have a passion for cybersecurity and digital forensics? You can advance your knowledge and skills by earning a bachelor’s degree in that field at Highline College. This degree will help you increase your employability and credibility by providing you with a wide range of practical skills. After completing your Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics, you will have the knowledge and skills to work in a wide variety of industries in engineering, consulting, analyst, and management roles. A bachelor’s degree in technology will open the door to a wide range of jobs with high wage and advancement possibilities.
Skills you will develop and what you will learn in program:
- Database security
- Digital forensics and investigations
- Advanced network security
- Penetration testing
Careers and Earning Potential
Information security analysts with applied bachelor’s degrees are in high demand in King County in a wide variety of industries, including information, retail, professional and technical services, manufacturing, finance, administrative and support and waste management and remediation services. The median advertised salary is $64/hour or $131,048 per year. This is the median, which means half of the jobs pay more, and half of the jobs pay less. Job growth in this industry over the next 10 years is expected to grow at 41%. (Source: Workforce Development Council of Seattle–King County)
Length of Time to Complete
- The time to complete the degree depends on what quarter you start the program.
- If you start your degree in the fall, it can typically be completed within six quarters when attending full-time (15 credits/quarter). Attending part-time will lengthen the time that it would take to complete the program, but this can be offset by attending summer quarter.
- Classes are offered online, hybrid, and in-person. The in-person and hybrid classes are offered in the evening to accommodate students’ work schedules.
Cost of Program
Books: $762/year (average)
Fees and other expenses: $1,950
Financial aid and funding options available!
Program Information
Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics Curriculum
Computer Information Systems Department Website
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