海角社区

About the MS in Cybersecurity

The M.S. in Cybersecurity at 海角社区 prepares graduates for advanced technical and leadership roles in information security. The program combines in-depth study of cybersecurity technologies with management and organizational practices, enabling students to design, implement, and oversee secure systems across a wide range of industries.

Students develop both the technical expertise and strategic decision-making skills required to protect networks, data, and critical infrastructure in complex, real-world environments. The curriculum also supports preparation for industry-recognized certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA A+, and CompTIA Security+, helping graduates demonstrate professional competence in the global job market.

Demand for cybersecurity professionals continues to grow worldwide. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 18% employment growth for Information Security Analysts from 2023 to 2033, significantly faster than the average for all occupations. Regionally, the Illinois Department of Employment Security projects strong growth across the state. As organizations face increasing security threats, qualified cybersecurity professionals remain in high demand.

Designed for working professionals and students with a background in information technology or related fields, the program offers flexible delivery options and practical learning experiences that support career advancement and professional specialization.

Typical Career Paths:

Graduates pursue positions such as:

• Cybersecurity Consultant
• Network Security Specialist
• Information Assurance Specialist
• Computer Security System Analyst
• Web Security Engineer
• Information Security Officer
• Information Security Operations Manager
• Cybersecurity Administrator
• IT Security Manager

Program Objectives

Students completing the program will be able to:

1. Assess, by analyzing technical and operational requirements, an enterprise level information cybersecurity system.
2. Construct the architecture of a typical cybersecurity system; identify significant vulnerabilities, risks, and points at which specific security technologies/methods should be employed.
3. Conduct network penetration tests, troubleshoot, and implement attack countermeasures in a typical information system.
4. Identify the components of cybersecurity layered structure for:

• Network defense architecture
• Access control and auditing
• Continuous network monitoring
• Real-time security solutions

5. Describe and apply the fundamental and advanced technologies, components, and issues related to communications, data networks, and information systems.
6. Analyze network designs, topologies, architectures, protocols, communications, administration, operations, and resource management, for wired and wireless networks that affect the security of the cyberspace.