The Master of Science in Cybersecurity in Regis University

The program requires the completion of 36 credit hours and is structured to accommodate both full-time and part-time students. Courses are delivered in 8-week terms, with multiple start dates throughout the year, providing flexibility for working professionals. Students can choose between online and on-campus formats to best suit their schedules in this program.

Core Courses:

Information Assurance
Enterprise Information Assurance
Offensive Cyber Security
Managing a Secure Enterprise
Ethical Leadership in Information Technology
Capstone Project

Elective Options:

Network Forensics
Malware Analysis and Response
Cybersecurity Policy and Governance
Advanced Network Security

The program culminates with a Capstone Project, allowing students to apply their knowledge to real-world cybersecurity challenges.

Regis University emphasizes experiential learning, integrating hands-on simulations and practical exercises into the curriculum. This approach ensures that students gain real-world experience in areas such as network and computer forensics, offensive cybersecurity, and malware analysis. The program also prepares students for industry-recognized certifications, including those from (ISC)², Cisco, ISACA, and CISSP.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program are well-prepared for roles such as:

Information Security Analyst: Manage and protect computer networks to prevent security breaches.
Information Assurance Specialist: Develop and enforce security standards to protect sensitive information.
Network Forensic Analyst: Investigate compromised networks and determine the origin of attacks.
Risk Management Specialist: Provide insights on minimizing technological risks within business processes.
Information Systems Manager: Oversee all aspects of information technology and plan the installation and maintenance of software with security in mind.
IT Security Consultant: Analyze and evaluate the security infrastructure of organizations and provide recommendations to prevent security breaches.

The program’s comprehensive curriculum and practical training equip students to effectively protect organizations from evolving cyber threats.