Develop the technical expertise to identify security risks, defend digital assets, and respond to evolving cyber threats in an increasingly connected world.
DEGREE TYPE
Bachelor's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Undergraduate
LOCATION
Main Campus - Cape
AI Driven Cybersecurity Bachelor of Science
BS
On-Campus
Main Campus
DEGREE TYPE
Bachelor's Degree
PROGRAM TYPE
Undergraduate
LOCATION
COLLEGE
DEPARTMENT
Protect systems. Analyze threats. Lead the future of cybersecurity with AI.
Artificial intelligence is transforming the future of cybersecurity, and organizations need professionals who can keep up with evolving digital threats. SEMO's AI-Driven Cybersecurity degree combines cybersecurity fundamentals with emerging AI technologies to prepare you for high-demand careers.
Why study AI Driven Cybersecurity?
Cybersecurity is essential across today's economy, affecting organizations in healthcare, finance, government, technology, business, and countless other fields. As cyber threats become more advanced, artificial intelligence is playing a growing role in how organizations detect attacks, monitor systems, analyze risks, and respond to security challenges.
At SEMO, you'll learn how cybersecurity and AI work together to strengthen digital defense strategies and improve threat detection. This degree is designed for students interested in technology, problem-solving, analytics, ethical hacking, and protecting critical systems in an increasingly connected world.
What Will You Study with an Ai-driven Cybersecurity degree?
AI-Driven Cybersecurity program students gain hands-on experience with cybersecurity tools, network defense strategies, programming, threat analysis, applied cyber analytics, and artificial intelligence applications. Coursework combines technical knowledge with practical learning experiences designed to prepare students for real-world environments.
AI-Cybersecurity degree students may study:
- Cybersecurity fundamentals
- Ethical hacking and penetration testing
- Network and systems security
- Artificial intelligence applications
- Machine learning concepts
- Threat detection and response
- Programming and scripting
- Digital forensics
- Risk management
- Cloud security
In this program you'll work through real-world simulations, applied projects, and technology-focused coursework while learning from faculty with industry knowledge and experience.
What Can You Do With an AI Driven Cybersecurity Degree?
Cybersecurity professionals are in demand across public and private sectors as companies continue investing in data protection, network security, and cyber defense strategies. Cybersecurity career pathways include:
- Technology
- Healthcare
- Financial services
- Government agencies
- Manufacturing
- Business and corporate security
- Defense and national security
- Information technology services
Career Opportunities with an AI-Driven Cybersecurity Degree
Graduates may pursue roles as:
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Information Security Specialist
- Security Operations Center Analyst
- Ethical Hacker
- Threat Intelligence Analyst
- AI Security Analyst
- Network Security Specialist
- Cyber Defense Analyst
- Digital Risk Analyst
- Security Consultant
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Explore the courses you'll need to complete your degree.
AI-Driven Cybersecurity Careers
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$125K
AI Security Analyst
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for information security analysts is $124,910.
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$123K
AI Database Administrator
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for database administrators and architects is $123,100.
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$171K
AI Computer and Information Systems Manager
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for computer and information systems managers is $171,200.
Make Your Mark with an AI Driven Cybersecurity Degree
Prepare to lead in the evolving world of cybersecurity.
78 hour major – No minor required
Required courses:
- CS101 Intro to Computer Programming & AI (3)
- CS155 Computer Science l (3)
- CS265 Computer Science II (3)
- CS433 Data Analytics (3)
- CS445 Software Engineering I (3)
- CS453 Machine Learning (3)
- CS499 Capstone Experience (3)
- CS505 Data Mining (3)
- CS591 Advanced Artificial Intelligence (3)
- CY201 introduction to Cybersecurity & AI (3)
- CY310 Information Security & Assurance (3)
- CY320 Access Control (3)
- CY410 Web Application Security (3)
- CY420 Computer Forensics (3)
- MN260 Technical Computer Programming Applications (3)
- TN275 Introduction to Networks (3)
- TN295 Firewalls (3)
- TN375 Routing & Switching Essentials (3)
- TN395 Virtual Infrastructure (3)
- TN435 Network Security (3)
- TN475 Network Design (3)
- TN485 Network Operations I (3)
- TN495 Network Operations II (3)
- TN565 Network Management (3)
Choose 6 Hours:
- Any 300-level or higher class in CS/ CY/ TN
Some requirements may be fulfilled by coursework in major program.
- Social and Behavioral Sciences – 6 hours
- Constitution Requirement – 3 hours
- Written Communication – 6 hours
- Oral Communication – 3 hours
- Natural Sciences – 7 hours (from two disciplines, one to include a lab)
- Mathematics – 3 hours
- Humanities & Fine Arts – 9 hours (from at least two disciplines)
- Additional requirements – 5 hours (to include UI100 for native students)
- Civics examination
First Year
Fall Semester (13 Hours)
- UI100 (1)
- EN100 (3)
- CS101 (3)
- MA116* (3)
- TN275 (3)
Spring Semester (16 Hours)
- TN395 (3)
- CS155 (3)
- General Education (3)
- General Education (3)
- Natural Science Gen Ed. (4)
Second Year
Fall Semester (15 Hours)
- CS265 (3)
- CY201 (3)
- TN375 (3)
- MN260 (3)
- General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15 Hours)
- CS433 (3)
- CY320 (3)
- TN295 (3)
- TN475 (3)
- General Education (3)
Third Year
Fall Semester (16 Hours)
- CS453 (3)
- CY310 (3)
- CY410 (3)
- Natural Science Gen Ed (4)
- General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15 Hours)
- CS591 (3)
- TN435 (3)
- CY420 (3)
- General Education (3)
- General Education (3)
Fourth Year
Fall Semester (15 Hours)
- CS445 (3)
- CS505 (3)
- TN485 (3)
- Major Elective (3)
- General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15 Hours)
- TN565 (3)
- CS499 (3)
- TN495 (3)
- Major Elective (3)
- General Education (3-4)
Stamp Cyber Command Center
Build real-world cybersecurity skills through experience-driven cyberattack simulations in the first Cyber Command Center west of the Mississippi. Through SEMO's collaboration with IBM, experience immersive simulations that replicate cyber threats, equipping you with the skills and expertise needed to respond to the evolving cybercrime landscape.
What will it cost?
Computer Science Opportunities
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12X
Statewide Missouri Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition Champions
Southeast Missouri State University is the 12x defending champion of the Missouri Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition. This statewide competition focuses on the operational aspect of managing and protecting an existing network infrastructure in addition to examining the abilities of students to design, configure, and protect a network over an entire semester.
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State-of-the-Art Research Facilities
Students and faculty have access to advanced research facilities on campus, including the Cyber Range, a remote-accessible platform that supports cybersecurity education, research, collaboration, and hands-on experimentation with cyber-enabled systems. The Department of Computer Science also maintains a separate OpenStack deployment dedicated for faculty and graduate student research called the Research Cluster. Powered by 200 processing cores, 300 GB of RAM, and 12 TB of storage, the cluster provides the computing power needed for complex research projects.
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100%
Students Complete an Internship
Students earn experiential learning through hands-on work in their field of study while connecting classroom concepts to real-world situations. This professional experience does more than add to your resume, it helps you build connections in your industry.
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AI-Driven Cybersecurity Degree FAQs
Learn more about SEMO's AI-Driven Cybersecurity degree program, career opportunities, technical skills, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity. Explore answers to common questions about cybersecurity careers.
AI-powered cybersecurity careers require a combination of technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Students benefit from developing knowledge in cybersecurity, programming, network security, data analysis, artificial intelligence, and threat detection while also strengthening communication and critical-thinking abilities.
As cyber threats continue to evolve, AI-driven tools are becoming increasingly important for improving threat detection, automation, and digital security operations. SEMO prepares our graduates to start their careers equipped to handle these changes.
A traditional cybersecurity degree focuses primarily on protecting networks, systems, and data from cyber threats. An AI-Driven Cybersecurity degree combines those cybersecurity fundamentals with artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts to help students understand how emerging technologies are transforming digital security and cyber defense strategies.
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