Computer Networking & Cybersecurity Degree
The best defense is a good offense.
From health care and financial systems to transportation and national defense, our world continues to become more and more digital. And the demand for cybersecurity talent has never been higher.
For our digital future to be secure, information must be safe. Gain real-world experience in computer networking and cybersecurity at Champlain College, and prepare yourself for a vital role protecting our digital world from cyber threats.
Why Choose Champlain for Computer Networking & Cybersecurity?
Designated as a National Leader
Designated as a national Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence (CDFAE) by the U.S. Department of Defense Cyber Crime Center and as a national Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency.
Hands-On Experiences
Beginning in your first year, you’ll gain hands-on experience through projects, internships, service to local nonprofits and organizations, and partnerships with industry experts at the Leahy Center.
We Compete
Cybersecurity students competed against a team of professional hackers in a two-day cyber defense competition during the annual Northeast Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (NECCDC), taking second place overall.
Program Highlights
- Small, collaborative classes
- Participation and attendance at professional conferences
- Major-related classes in your first semester
- Opportunities for paid internships at the Leahy Center for Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity
Your Career Outlook
You’ll Find a Career In…
- Network Engineering
- IT Security and Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity Consulting
- Security Operations and Incident Response
- Systems Architecture
- Digital Forensics
- Cloud Security Engineering
Career Outlook
Median annual salary for cybersecurity professionals, according to Glassdoor.com.
Job growth for Information Security Analyst jobs expected between 2023 to 2033 by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics – MUCH faster than the 4% average for all occupations.
of Computer Networking & Cybersecurity majors in the Class of 2024 were either employed or continuing their education just six months after graduation.
Anthropic
Through a new partnership with Anthropic, a leader in AI safety and research, Champlain is integrating AI literacy and innovation into the student experience. You’ll learn how to think critically, work responsibly with AI, and use it to solve real-world challenges. Gain future-proof skills across every discipline and be ready for what’s next in AI and beyond.
