TSYS Center for Cybersecurity
Columbus State University's TSYS Cybersecurity Center was created to address the shortage of cybersecurity professionals in today's workforce. With feedback from real employers, CSU has designed several degree options that transform students into cybersecurity professionals in as little as one year.
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Create your Career at CSU's TSYS Cybersecurity Center
CSU Cyber Range Lab
Mock interviews offer career perspectives and industry connections for CSU cyber students.
Several Paths to Become a Cybersecurity Professional
| Degrees | Credit Hours | Time to Complete |
|---|---|---|
| NEXUS Practitioner's Certificate | 30 | 1 year |
| NEXUS Degree | 60 | 1–2 years* |
| B.S. in Cybersecurity | 123 | 4 years |
| M.S. in Cybersecurity | 30 | 1.5–2 years |
* Students who have already completed general education coursework may apply those credits to the NEXUS degree, cutting the length of the program down to one year.
Cybersecurity Nexus is always recruiting for an upcoming cohort. Cohorts begin every August, January, May/June. Click below to request more information.
Governor Brian Kemp Visits Cybersecurity Program
Mr. Patrick Aiken
Position: Director, TSYS Center for Cybersecurity
Office: Synovus Center for Commerce & Technology 121
Phone: 706-565-1484
Email: aiken_john@columbusstate.edu
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Dr. Jianhua Yang
Position: Professor, CAE Point of Contact
Office: Synovus Center for Commerce & Technology 440
Phone: 706-507-8180
Email: yang_jianhua@columbusstate.edu
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