Plan Your Future in Security, Intelligence and Safety

Today, more than ever, highly trained professionals are needed to address cyber threats, natural disasters, occupational illness, injuries and criminal acts.
For over a decade, Embry‑Riddle has offered security, intelligence and safety programs. Led by accomplished and experienced faculty, we prepare students in sophisticated learning environments for dynamic careers in these growing fields. We help you develop the analytical skills, technical acumen and critical-thinking abilities needed to resolve security breaches, identify threats, and effectively prepare for and respond to hazards and emergencies.
Our programs provide the hands-on experience valued by today’s employers and help you build key professional relationships through internships and co-ops.
We feature groundbreaking degree paths that include Global Security and Intelligence, Emergency Services, Aviation and Aerospace Safety, Cyber Intelligence and Security and the nation’s first-ever undergraduate program in Homeland Security.
What are Security, Intelligence and Safety degrees?
These degree programs at Embry-Riddle are designed to create future leaders who will be on the front lines when it comes to protecting the nation and its vital infrastructure and resources. Our graduates are recognized as problem solvers who can identify and counter emerging threats.Where can I work with a degree in Security, Intelligence and Safety fields?
Our graduates work for federal, state and local agencies, as well as the Department of Defence and private sector companies such as Amazon, Google and Microsoft. Regardless of which program you graduate from, your degree will carry Embry-Riddle’s global reputation for excellence.What are the benefits of studying security, intelligence and safety at Embry-Riddle?
Security, intelligence and safety students learn from expert faculty, gain hands-on experience and build the critical-thinking skills needed to face evolving global challenges. With a degree backed by industry connections, you’ll graduate ready to protect people, organizations and nations.Degrees and Programs
Career Outlook
Whether you're monitoring cyber threats, analyzing intelligence or leading emergency response efforts, Embry-Riddle prepares you for in-demand careers in security, intelligence and safety. Students gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity, forensics, risk assessment, crisis management and more, building the technical and analytical skills employers are seeking.
Career opportunities in these fields are growing rapidly, driven by increasing global security challenges, technological advancements and organizational demand for skilled professionals.
Graduates pursue roles in government agencies, private security firms, cybersecurity teams, intelligence organizations and emergency management, often stepping into leadership positions early in their careers.
An Embry-Riddle degree equips you to respond to critical challenges, protect people and make a meaningful impact where it matters most.
