M.S. in Cybersecurity

Digital Forensics

Digital Forensics is the scientific investigation methods used to collect, preserve, and analyze data stored on electronic media so that it can withstand legal review. The skills students learn include computer criminology, network forensics, digital evidence investigation techniques, and forensic iconology. Digital forensics is a program option commonly selected by students in law enforcement or the military. 

Core Courses21
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Network Security
Sociological Aspects of Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Program Planning and Implementation
Introduction to Cryptography
Managing Security Risk
Communication in Cybersecurity
Digital Forensics Emphasis9
Computer Forensics and Investigations
Computer Criminology
Network Forensics
Capstone Courses4
Cybersecurity Pre Capstone
Cybersecurity Capstone
Total Credits34

Cyber Response

Cyber Response is an organized approach to monitoring, detecting, and responding to security events through each state of their lifecycle. Skills students will learn include threat identification, management, and prevention, security infrastructure, incident remediation, and active defense techniques. Cyber Response is a common track for students in System Administrator positions.

Core Courses21
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Network Security
Sociological Aspects of Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Program Planning and Implementation
Introduction to Cryptography
Managing Security Risk
Communication in Cybersecurity
Cyber Response Emphasis (Defense, Incident & Attack Response)9
Incident Response and Remediation
Secure Operating Systems
Offensive Security & Threat Management
Capstone Courses4
Cybersecurity Pre Capstone
Cybersecurity Capstone
Total Credits34

Governance & Leadership

Governance & Leadership is the framework for mitigating risk by assuring that information security strategies align with business objectives, and are consistent with relevant laws and regulations. Skills students will learn include executive leadership and communication, security administration, cybersecurity management, and risk management. Governance & Leadership is a track commonly selected by students in executive-level leadership or business-minded careers. 

Core Courses21
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Network Security
Sociological Aspects of Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Program Planning and Implementation
Introduction to Cryptography
Managing Security Risk
Communication in Cybersecurity
Governance & Leadership Emphasis (Communication, Management, Policy, Compliance)9
Security Administration
Cybersecurity Leadership and Team Dynamics
Cybersecurity Management
Capstone Courses4
Cybersecurity Pre Capstone
Cybersecurity Capstone
Total Credits34

Security Architecture

Security Architecture is a system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability in relation to an enterprise's overall system architecture and security process. Skills students will learn include modern cryptography, foundations of engineering secure applications, cyber-physical systems, and secure cloud computing. Security Architecture is commonly selected by students in experienced technologist careers. 

Core Courses21
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Network Security
Sociological Aspects of Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Program Planning and Implementation
Introduction to Cryptography
Managing Security Risk
Communication in Cybersecurity
Security Architecture Emphasis9
Security Architecture
Applied Cryptography
Software Security
Cyber Physical System Security
Capstone Courses4
Cybersecurity Pre Capstone
Cybersecurity Capstone
Total Credits34