At a Glance
2-3 Years
100% Online
10 Courses
Total Tuition: $9,920
Online Master of Science in Cybersecurity Overview
With the rapid development of technology, there is an ever-growing demand for professionals with high-level skills in computer science and technology-related areas of focus. The courses in the Master of Science in Cybersecurity (OMS Cybersecurity) are designed to provide students with a deep understanding of a wide range of critical topics in today’s world. Courses teach students knowledge and skills in operating systems, network security, policy and governance, and more.
Choose between three specialized, interdisciplinary tracks based on what best suits your desired career path:
• Information Security
• Cyber-Physical Systems
• Policy
No GMAT or GRE scores are required, but you are welcome to include them with your application.
Cybersecurity specializations
Information Security
Understand principles and practical techniques for developing safeguards that can help secure computing systems and networks.
In addition, a lab course gives students hands-on experience with advanced security analysis tools to discover and mitigate software and network vulnerabilities.
Cyber-Physical Systems
Develop your expertise in designing, analyzing, and maintaining resilient cyber-physical systems that tolerate ongoing sophisticated malicious or accidental disruptions and in restoring their core safe functionalities automatically.
You will learn state-of-the-art methodologies for domain-specific cyber-physical security monitoring, attack detection, assessment and verification, dependability and risk analysis, and intrusion response capabilities.
Policy
Understand the management aspect of security, including the administrative, market, and public policy tools used to keep cyberspace safe. This concentration focuses on the way IT security is affected by organizational, national, and international policies.
Our program will give you the expertise that sets you up for a thriving career as a cybersecurity expert and leader in the critical infrastructures industry, corporate and government sectors, and beyond.
Career Outcomes in Cybersecurity
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), cybersecurity occupations are projected to grow at a faster rate than many other jobs. For example, information security analyst roles are projected to grow 32 percent from 2022 to 2032. Additionally, the cybersecurity field offers highly lucrative salaries. Computer network architects can earn a median annual pay of $126,900, while database administrators and architects can earn $112,120 annually.
Benefits of Learning at Georgia Tech
Professional Credentials
As an R1, top-tier research university with a long history of academic excellence, Georgia Tech can give you a competitive edge in the workforce.
Innovative Online Learning Tools
Online courses utilize the latest technology to deliver convenient self-paced learning and maintain effective communication with faculty and peers.
World-Class Faculty
Programs are designed by faculty with years of experience making an impact in their field. They build curricula with career outcomes in mind.
Supportive Student Services
Georgia Tech has a long history of helping campus, online, and hybrid students throughout each phase of their educational journey as they prepare for career advancement.
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