Information and Cyber Security Specialization

If cyber security sounds like the right field for you, there are many degree options available to choose from. You can obtain a bachelor’s degree or even a master’s degree, depending on your academic and career goals. As our nation continues to tighten security and search for new ways to improve our information systems, there’s no better time than now to seek a degree in this field.

What are the Requirements for Earning an Information and Cyber Security Degree?

You can earn a graduate or a doctoral degree in this field. Each school has its own labeling system for degree programs; however, we’ve listed a few of the most popular options below to help you in your search:

• Master of Science in Information Assurance and Security: This degree typically takes two or three years to complete and requires students to enroll in a series of advanced courses in such topics as data management, analytics, and knowledge management.
• Master of Science in Computer Systems Security: Computer systems security focuses heavily on wireless security, security risk management, computer forensics, and secure system development. In just two years, you’ll be trained to work as business leaders, IT consultants, and other industry experts.
• Ph.D. in Computer and Information Security: A Ph.D. in this field can take up to six or more years to complete, and requires students to complete a dissertation in addition to a series of courses that cover complex information technology, business security management, enterprise security, and much more.

What Can I Do with an Information and Cyber Security Degree?

Once you’ve earned your degree in information and cyber security, you’ll be prepared to assume a number of different jobs, depending on your experience and interests. Below are just a few of the many options worth considering:

• Chief Security Officer
• Cyber Security Analyst
• Digital Forensics Expert
• Cyber Policy Analyst
• Cyber Security Enginner

Masters of Homeland Security Degrees

MS in Homeland Security	St. Joseph's University — At the St. Joseph's University MS in criminal justice: homeland security program, students are provided a world-class education in one of today's most important topics--homeland security. The terrorist attacks of September 11th have resulted in tremendous opportunity in defending America and keeping her safe.
MS in Homeland Security	Kaplan University — An MS in homeland security & emergency management from Kaplan focuses on the areas of legal, social, business, economic, and political aspects of the industry. Students are to evaluate social and ethical implications of decisions made to protect people and property, apply leadership principals that shape change and improve management policy and practices, and analyze research on current knowledge and developing trends.
MBA in Homeland Security	Northcentral University — This MBA degree program is structured to provide a conceptual overview of modern theory and practice in each of the key areas of managerial responsibility. Students are prepared to become senior management of law enforcement, public safety, and emergency medical care and disaster preparedness agencies pertaining to homeland security. Courses include how to handle critical issues relating to crisis management and terrorism, and budgeting.
MSCJ Homeland Security MSCJ Law Enforcement and Corrections Admin	Ashford University — An MSCJ in Homeland Security is designed to provide broad coverage of the major homeland security threats, organization, and challenges through course study in homeland defense, intelligence and homeland security, terrorism, consequence management, and interagency government issues. Some of the courses offered include: crisis management, international homeland security, intelligence methods, transportation security, information security, emergency management, public health and much more.
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