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Nexus

Cybersecurity of FinTech

About the Program
Secure Your Future

The Cybersecurity Nexus is a 60-credit undergraduate program designed to train cybersecurity professionals who can meet critical workforce demands in Georgia and beyond. This program blends general education with 18 hours of focused cybersecurity coursework and is recognized by the National Security Agency as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity.

Earn up to five industry certifications:

  • CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)
  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • INE Junior Penetration Tester (eJPT)
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner

Just the Facts

Total Credit Hours:
60 Hours

Delivery Format:
Online

Completion Time:
1-2 years

Academic Unit:
TSYS Center for Cybersecurity

Program Highlights
Your Academic Experience

  • NSA-Recognized Program – Designated Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity
  • Hands-On Learning – Engage in cybersecurity exercises using CSU’s advanced Cyber Range
  • Immersive Curriculum – Focused, skill-by-skill progression that blends theory with applied practice
  • Professional Preparation – Mock interviews, resume reviews, online branding workshops, and internship support
  • Industry Access – Connect with guest speakers, mentors, and employers through CSU’s cyber industry partnerships
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cybersecurity classroom
cybersecurity classroom
TSYS Cybersecurity Center entrance

I’ve accepted a position as a Network Support and Security Analyst at PowerSouth Energy Cooperative. Choosing to attend the Cybersecurity Nexus Program at CSU was one of the best decisions I’ve made. The program, along with the incredible support from faculty and peers, gave me the skills and confidence to successfully transition into a cybersecurity career.

Hunter Kinsaul

‘2025

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Admission Requirements
Your Pathway to CSU

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Institutional Admission Requirements

All applicants must meet our institutional admissions requirements to be accepted into Columbus State University.

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