Master of Science in Cybersecurity & Analytics

The M.S. in Cybersecurity and Analytics is a 1-year, 30-credit, evening program in STEM that provides skills that are in-demand in the fast-growing fields of cybersecurity and analytics.

• Courses are aligned with top industry certifications, such as CompTIA and CISSP
• The program is designed for students with diverse backgrounds
• There is strong emphasis on internships and job placement

The MS Cybersecurity and Analytics provides critical skills to combat cyber threats. You’ll learn about

• Cloud security
• Hacking, social engineering, DDoS, Malware
• Networks, VPNs, Firewalls
• Wireless security
• Best practices to secure systems

STEM and OPT

STEM degrees are a national priority in the United States, and can provide foreign students with a 24 month OPT extension. Learn more.

What is the outlook for Cybersecurity Careers?

• Average salary for U.S. Cyber Security professional is $116,000
• The Cybersecurity profession is growing at a rate of 115% through the next 5 years
• Worldwide shortage of Cybersecurity professionals: 1 million openings

Typical Curriculum

The curriculum covers core concepts of networks, cybersecurity, and analytics, all using real-world applications and modern tools.

 

	Cybersecurity	Analytics
Fall	Internet Protocols & Network Management Security	Fundamentals of Big Data Analytics
	Cyber Security Technologies	Programming for Data Analytics
Spring	Cyber Security Operations	Data Engineering
	Ethical Hacking for Business	Data Warehousing
Summer 1	Cyber Capstone / Internship	Big Data Applications