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Certificate in Cybersecurity Analyst

If you want to become a cyber security analyst and help fill the growing need for IT professionals, this undergraduate certificate program is the perfect way to start your education. With the Cybersecurity Analyst program at Indiana Wesleyan University, you can prepare for entry-level roles in cybersecurity and other critical areas of technology. Once completed, credits for this certificate program can be applied towards our bachelor’s level cybersecurity program. Discover how IWU helps online cybersecurity students achieve their professional goals in a flexible, 100% online, faith-based learning environment.

Why Pursue My Cyber Analyst Certificate at IWU?

There are several benefits to pursuing your cyber analyst education online at IWU. Courses are taught by faculty with experience as cybersecurity experts in a variety of businesses and industries. We also provide a complete spectrum of student services, from tech support to tutoring, and career guidance. Our Christian faculty teach from the same biblical worldview valued on our campus, so that students can implement these principles in a fulfilling career. Our approach to online learning allows busy adults who want to become a cyber security analyst to pursue their goals without slowing down. We also lock in the cost of your tuition as soon as you start the program.

What Will I Learn in This Undergraduate Cybersecurity Analyst Certificate Program?

This cybersecurity analyst certificate program provides students six hands-on courses which provide foundational IT security skills that can be applied immediately in the workforce. Upon completion, students can join the growing IT workforce in a wide variety of businesses, government agencies, academic institutions, and other professional settings that require complex computer networks to operate. Course topics cover risk management, network infrastructures, hacking techniques, and more.

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Tuition & Aid

18 Credit Hours

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$405/ Credit Hour

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Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and employer reimbursement.

Financial Aid Tuition & Fees Info

Applicable fees for resources and services will be assessed throughout the program. Tuition and fees for prerequisites and required elective courses are in addition to the charges shown on the program cost sheet. Your tuition rate will remain the same as long as you remain continuously enrolled in the same program. The estimated cost of attendance is available on the financial aid webpage. Cost sheets may be requested from an enrollment counselor by calling 866.498.4968 or emailing iwuenroll@indwes.edu.

What You'll Study

The curriculum for this undergraduate cyber analyst covers how to:

  • Explain the concepts of computer networking fundamentals as they relate to the cybersecurity domain
  • Apply best practices in cybersecurity frameworks
  • Utilize best practices in vulnerability assessment to secure a technology environment
  • Apply biblical principles to the field of cybersecurity
  • Evaluate technical requirements for system security solutions by applying appropriate information technology frameworks
  • Employ various technologies to network system administration. 

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Courses in this Program

These courses contain the program-specific knowledge. Upon completion, you should have the tools to conquer your new career with confidence. For a full list of courses and prerequisites required to complete your degree, please visit the course catalog. Click on a course below to view the description.

CYB-300,CYB-310,CYB-320,CYB-330,CYB-340,CYB-350

After Graduation

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Potential Careers

  • CySA+
  • Security+
  • Network+

Work in Various Industries

  • Industry

Program FAQs

Dr. Nigel Basta brings nearly three decades of experience in cybersecurity, cryptography, and advanced mathematics. He holds multiple industry certifications, including CEH, CISM, and Security+, and has authored several cybersecurity textbooks. Dr. Barry Ingram offers more than 30 years of experience in information technology, cybersecurity, and data analytics, including leadership roles at the Pentagon and in enterprise IT environments. Dr. Clark Cully, former Chief Data Officer for the U.S. Department of Defense, provides expertise in artificial intelligence, data strategy, and national security technology. Together, these faculty members bring real-world cybersecurity leadership into the classroom.
This certificate program emphasizes hands-on learning through online labs and real-world cybersecurity scenarios. Students gain practical experience in areas such as network security, ethical hacking, risk management, and cloud security. The curriculum is aligned with industry certifications, helping students build job-ready skills that employers value.
The Cybersecurity Analyst Certificate prepares students for entry-level and advancing roles in information security, including information security analyst, security administrator, network security specialist, cybersecurity technician, and vulnerability assessment analyst. The program is designed to help students enter or advance in the cybersecurity field.
Key courses include Risk Management and Information Technology Security, which introduces cybersecurity frameworks; Securing Information Technology and Network Infrastructures, which focuses on network defense; and Hacking Techniques and Countermeasures, which develops ethical hacking and threat detection skills.
Graduates typically pursue cybersecurity roles, earn industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CySA+, or continue their education in cybersecurity or related fields.
This is an 18-credit certificate program designed for students seeking focused, career-relevant cybersecurity training. It is ideal for those entering the field or looking to advance their current IT career.
This program is offered fully online with no in-person or residency requirements.
Courses are delivered in an accelerated format, typically lasting six weeks.
Students typically take one course at a time, allowing for focused learning and flexibility for working professionals.
Students progress independently rather than as part of a fixed cohort.
Yes. Students engage through discussion forums, group projects, and optional live sessions, providing opportunities to collaborate and network.

Coursework is delivered primarily in an asynchronous format, with optional live sessions for additional support.
Students should expect to spend approximately 12 to 15 hours per week on coursework, including labs, discussions, and assignments.
Students follow a structured schedule with set course timelines, but the asynchronous format provides flexibility within each course.
Most students complete the certificate in approximately 9 months when taking one course at a time.
Start dates are offered approximately every two months throughout the year.
Students have access to academic advising, tutoring, career services, and technical support.
Yes. Students benefit from faculty mentorship and preparation for industry certifications, which support professional growth.
Transfer credit may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, depending on prior coursework completed at regionally accredited institutions.
This certificate stands out for its hands-on lab experience, alignment with industry certifications, accelerated format, and integration of Christian ethics in cybersecurity education.
Students who are analytical, detail-oriented, and interested in problem-solving and technology tend to thrive. A passion for learning and adapting to evolving cybersecurity threats is important.
Students benefit from a collaborative online environment that emphasizes practical skill development and career readiness in cybersecurity.
Yes. Christian faith is integrated throughout the program through devotionals, discussions, and ethical considerations related to cybersecurity practices.
Students develop skills in identifying threats, analyzing vulnerabilities, and responding to cybersecurity incidents using industry-relevant tools and techniques.
Yes. Case studies and real-world scenarios are incorporated to provide practical cybersecurity experience.
The program focuses on hands-on learning in areas such as ethical hacking, threat detection, and troubleshooting, preparing students for cybersecurity analyst roles.
A basic understanding of computer systems, operating systems, and security concepts is helpful, along with strong problem-solving skills.

Program Requirements

  • Accepted as a regular certificate seeking student or as an unclassified student.
  • Unclassified student requires proof of high school graduation.
Completion Requirements
  • 18 credit hours from the courses specified in the certificate program.
  • Minimum grade of “C” in each course.
  • Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive certificate.

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Completion Requirements
  • 18 credit hours from the courses specified in the certificate program.
  • Minimum grade of “C” in each course.
  • Payment of all tuition and fees is required to receive certificate.

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Discover the way ahead and start your IT education and prepare for roles in this growing field. Contact us today to learn more about the online Cybersecurity Analyst Certificate program at IWU!

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