The Minor in cybersecurity focuses on applying information technology to improve the security of data processing, storage, and communications within organizations. This program is especially appropriate for technical professionals who wish to assume leadership roles in cybersecurity innovation. Developing a core skill set in cybersecurity will help individuals looking to make themselves more marketable in an increasingly technology-dependent world. The typical audience for the Minor includes individuals earning their B.S. degree in computer science or information technology and systems who wish to expand their information security knowledge and get hands-on experience with modern hacking and penetration testing tools. The Minor also provides necessary cybersecurity skills to students in related disciplines, such as criminal justice and pre-law.