This Master of Science degree is designed for computer science professionals or recent graduates who want to expand their skillset with operational cybersecurity skills and fundamental knowledge. Applicants must be well versed in computer science, digital networks and possess good mathematical skills.

Advantages to the MS in Cybersecurity Operations

The MS opens doors to technical or strategic careers in the field of cybersecurity such as security engineer, DevSecOps engineer, security architect, security auditor or more generally all cybersecurity specialist positions.

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Excellent Employment Opportunities

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As the dependence on digital systems grows, so does the need for experts in cybersecurity. Studying in this field will open the door to a range of positions in sectors including banking, health, telecommunications and the public sector.

This degree explores the theoretical foundations of cybersecurity, the practical aspects of networks and systems, strategic and intelligence analysis, and the psychology of social engineering. Students complete the program with a thesis that is combined with field experience or a recommended internship.

National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense 

CAE logoWebster is a member of the CAE Community: In 2019, Webster University was welcomed into the Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) Community by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), who designated Webster University’s undergraduate cybersecurity programs as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD). 

According to the NSA, “The goal of the program is to reduce vulnerability in our national information infrastructure. Students graduating from CAE-CD institutions are considered to have received the finest levels of formal cybersecurity education."

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