Bachelor of Science in Cyber Forensics

The Cyber Forensics Bachelor's Degree housed in the School of Disaster Science and Emergency Services allows students to attain knowledge of cyber and digital forensics, network forensics, ethical hacking, and develop applied skills to qualify for such positions as cyber analyst and law enforecement professionals. The faculty in cyber forensics are dedicated to providing an excellent learning experience for our students. Classes are taught by experienced full-time faculty and highly qualified professionals in digital forensics technology and cyber investigations. he cyber range is a virtual space for conducting exercises and competitions to improve emergency preparedness and cyber incident response capabilities. The activities planned at The University of Akron align with the mission of the OCRI, with collaborative and innovative programs, that advance Ohio's cybersecurity infrastructure to professionals, students, educators, government, and organizations. The University of Akron High Technology Forensics Laboratory and Resource Center delivers innovative digital forensic services and solutions for government, law enforcement, and the private sector facing today's challenges for professional cyber and digital forensic investigators. The purpose of The High Technology Forensic Laboratory and Resource Center is to provide the services of examining digital technology in the form of computers, digital media, and electronic mobile devices, while conducting research and program development to meet future technological demands and challenges. The methods, knowledge, and skills developed and implemented at The High Technology Forensic Laboratory and Resource Center, are then transferred to existing academic and training programs for Cyber Forensics and The University of Akron Regional Programming Center in the School of Disaster Science & Emergency Services. 

Career Path 

Graduate career path includes Computer Forensics Analyst, Mobile Device Forensics Technician, Forensic Computer Analyst, Digital Forensics Examiner, Cybercrime Investigator, eDiscovery Specialist, Incident Response Specialist, Cybersecurity Analyst, Threat Intelligence Analyst, Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst, Malware Analyst, Vulnerability Assessor, Cyber Law Consultant, Information Security Auditor, Compliance Analyst (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA), Digital Evidence Technician (Law Enforcement), IT Security Support Technician, Network Forensics Specialist, Data Recovery Specialist, Court-Admissible Evidence Specialist, Secure Systems Administrator, Endpoint Security Technician.