Cyber security professionals are in high demand — and this demand continues to grow. 

Job roles for graduates include: 

• Cyber Security Analyst - Monitor and assess vulnerabilities, defend against security breaches, and ensure system integrity through real-time analysis and proactive protection.
• Security Operations Center (SOC) Manager - Lead security teams, oversee daily operations, and coordinate threat detection and response strategies within enterprise-level environments.
• Cloud Security Engineer - Design and implement secure cloud-based infrastructure, protecting data and applications hosted in platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Penetration Tester / Ethical Hacker - Simulate cyberattacks to identify system weaknesses and help organizations strengthen their defenses before malicious actors exploit them.
• Digital Forensics Specialist - Investigate cybercrimes by recovering, analyzing, and preserving digital evidence to support legal or organizational action.  
• Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – With experience, advance into this executive role to develop and lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity policies, strategies, and risk management efforts. 
• Threat Hunter - Proactively search for advanced threats hiding within networks, using behavioral analytics, threat intelligence, and cutting-edge detection tools.
• Incident Responder - React swiftly to cyber incidents by analyzing breaches, containing threats, and restoring secure operations to minimize business disruption. 
• Content Engineer - Develop and optimize cybersecurity training materials, simulations, and learning systems to educate both users and professionals on best practices. 
• Threat Detection Engineer - Design detection logic and tools to identify emerging cyber threats, enabling organizations to stay ahead of evolving attack methods. 

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in information security are expected to grow 33% through 2032, much faster than average.

This program is ideal for: 

• Technology professionals looking to specialize in cyber security 
• Career changers with a technical foundation 
• Recent graduates in computer science or related fields

Accredited and respected: Ranked among the top regional universities by U.S. News & World Report 

Franciscan values: Ethical leadership is embedded in everything we do 

Faculty with real-world expertise in global cyber security leadership roles 

Flexible & affordable: Competitive tuition with financial aid options 

• A completed application
  
• Resumé
• A minimum 2.5 GPA baccalaureate degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or a similar/relevant field (may require a foundational course) from an accredited college or university
• Transcripts from all institutions attended
• No GRE/GMAT required

Earning the Online Master of Science in Cybersecurity will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to lead global cybersecurity initiatives:

• Master Best Practices — Demonstrate and maintain cutting-edge cybersecurity skills based on industry standards to identify potential threats, risks, and vulnerabilities in an organization.
• Conduct Thorough Analysis — Gather, process, and analyze large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data to solve enterprise security problems based on critical and analytical thinking.
• Communicate Effectively — Engage in industry-related opportunities and demonstrate effective communication skills to address IT vulnerabilities.
• Practice Ethically — Understand the ethical ramifications of data breaches for society, and practice ethically and professionally while solving and handling IT vulnerabilities.
• Understand Broader Influences — Build a strong understanding of the legal, ethical, and organizational factors that shape real-world cyber security decisions beyond just the technical aspects.