Master's in Cybersecurity

Program Overview

Pace University's online Master of Science in Cybersecurity equips working professionals with in-demand skills and knowledge to combat cybercrime. Led by industry experts, the program offers virtual labs and project-based learning to prepare students for careers in cybersecurity, with a projected 33% growth in employment. The program is accredited by the National Security Agency and offers concentrations in Cyber Operations and Cybersecurity Leadership.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Pace University online Master of Science in Cybersecurity is a fully online program designed for working professionals seeking to advance their careers in the field of cyber defense. It offers a STEM-designated curriculum that blends theoretical and practical knowledge to develop strong problem-solving skills. The program aims to prepare students to combat cybercrime and find solutions for emerging cyber threats.

Objectives:

The program aims to equip students with:

• Vital information security knowledge
• In-demand skills sought by employers
• The ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Virtual Labs: Students engage in hands-on learning through virtual labs.
• Project-Based Learning: The program utilizes project-based learning to provide practical experience and reinforce theoretical concepts.
• Faculty:
• The faculty comprises experts with extensive experience in the cyber defense industry.
• They have worked with companies like Google, Microsoft, IBM, and government agencies like the Department of Homeland Security and the National Security Agency.
• Faculty are committed to sharing their knowledge with the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths:
• Cybersecurity Specialist
• Chief Information Security Officer
• Penetration Testing Analyst
• Information Security Auditor
• Digital Forensics Investigator
• Opportunities:
• The U.S. Bureau of Statistics projects a 33% growth in employment for information security analysts from 2020 to 2030.
• Outcomes:
• 94% of Seidenberg School students are employed full-time or continuing their education within one year of graduation.
• Pace University has partnerships with private industry and government agencies, providing students with networking opportunities.
• The Pace Career Services team assists students with career preparation and connects them with 10,000 employers annually.

Other:

• Program Structure:
• 30 credit hours
• Can be completed in 1 year (full-time) or 2 years (part-time)
• Offers two concentrations: Cyber Operations and Cybersecurity Leadership, or a general track.
• The Cyber Operations concentration focuses on technical aspects of protecting computing systems, reconnaissance, and exploitation in cyberspace.
• The Cybersecurity Leadership concentration prepares students for leadership roles, equipping them with knowledge of technology, policy, risk management, and governance.
• Accreditation:
• Pace University's online MS in Cybersecurity is designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE) by the National Security Agency (NSA).
This designation signifies that the program meets the NSA's rigorous set of standards for cybersecurity education.
• Location:
• Pace University is located in New York City, a global business and technology hub.
• Partnerships:
• Pace University has partnerships with private industry and government agencies, providing students with access to a network of cybersecurity professionals.