Online Master's in Cybersecurity
Earn Your Master's in Cybersecurity 鈥� 100% Online
Flexible. Accelerated. Respected.
Launch or advance your career in one of the fastest-growing fields in the world.
At Our Lady of the Lake University (好色先生), our Online Master of Science in Cybersecurity is designed for working professionals who want flexibility without compromising academic quality. With no scheduled class times, no GRE or GMAT required, and the ability to graduate in just 1 year, you can earn a nationally recognized degree on your terms 鈥� and at your pace.
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Program Highlights100% Online FormatLearn from anywhere, on your schedule Accelerated CompletionFinish in as little as 12 months No GRE or GMAT RequiredApply with confidence 30 Credit HoursJust 10 courses; no technical background required 8-Week CoursesFocused, efficient, year-round scheduling Personalized SupportSmall class sizes, dedicated faculty mentors Career-Focused CurriculumLearn the skills employers demand Real-World Faculty ExpertiseLearn from cybersecurity professionals with industry experience Foundation Course OptionNot from a tech background? No problem. Students without a cybersecurity or IT degree can fast-track into the program by completing just 6 credit hours of foundational coursework National RecognitionDesignated a by the and
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Program Design
In the Online Master鈥檚 in Cybersecurity at Our Lady of the Lake University, you will be immersed in a curriculum tailored for real-world application. The program is structured to build a strong foundation in crucial cybersecurity domains while preparing you for industry-recognized certifications like CompTIA庐 Security+ and ISC2庐 CISSP.
At 好色先生, we design our curriculum to be timely, relevant, and practical to give you skills and knowledge that you can put to work now in your current position and to prepare for the next level in your career. The program requires only 10 courses (30 credit hours) that can be taken in an asynchronous format.
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CISS 8302 | 3 CREDIT HOURS
Analysis, design and administration of databases using information systems development
methodologies and tools. Overview of SQL, data warehouses, distributed access, and
security.
CISS 8304 | 3 CREDIT HOURS
Networking and cloud computing architecture and security with an overview of current
technologies and solutions. Exploration of cloud architecture models, services, security
issues, virtualization technologies and logical and physical components.
CISS 8305 | 3 CREDIT HOURS
Study of hardware, software and architecture platforms used to deliver enterprise
information systems. Current and emerging platform technologies supporting enterprise
applications and networked environments.
CISS 8306 | 3 CREDIT HOURS
Study of creating scripts and programs to automate and perform simple operations and
implement algorithms, regular expressions, and data/control structures. Basic security
practices in developing scripts/programs.
CISS 8310 | 3 CREDIT HOURS
In-depth study of specialized topic chosen by instructor.
CISS 8321 | 3 CREDIT HOURS
Advanced survey of key concepts of cybersecurity. Access control; security operations,
administration, and personnel; risk identification, monitoring and analysis; incident
response and recovery; cryptography; network and communications security; physical
and environmental security; systems and application security. Privacy, risk, ethics,
and legal regulations.
CISS 8322 - 3 CREDIT HOURS
Management of information security including planning for security and contingencies,
development and implementation of security programs. Security management models and
practices, risk management, laws and ethics.
CISS 8323 | 3 credit hours
In-depth coverage of audit planning, standards, and issues related to compliance with
applicable laws and regulations.
CISS 8324 | 3 credit hours
Introduction to methodologies, techniques, and tools for system vulnerability identification,
analysis and mitigation.
CISS 8325 | 3 CREDIT HOURS
Exploration of forensics techniques, tools, and legal requirements as they apply to
different operating systems, devices, media, and applications.
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Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). ACBSP is a leading specialized accreditation association for business education, supporting, celebrating and rewarding excellence on a diverse global scale.
Built For Your Career
Prepare for high-demand cybersecurity roles with a program that combines technical skills, strategic thinking, and leadership development. Whether you're launching your career or advancing into management, you鈥檒l graduate ready to tackle today鈥檚 cybersecurity challenges. Career paths include:
- Information Security Analyst
- Cybersecurity Manager
- Network Security Engineer
- Digital Forensics Analyst
- Incident Responder
- Risk & Compliance Specialist
- Information Systems Security Officer
- Computer Network Architect
Faculty
Full-time faculty members in the Computer Information Systems and Security (CISS) Department have extensive professional and academic experience. Most have doctoral degrees and/or professional certifications. Seasoned practitioners who teach selected courses complement full-time professors as adjunct faculty.
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