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Southern Utah University

Online MS in Cybersecurity with Information Assurance

Cedar City, Utah1 years$15K total tuition
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Est. Salary$110,000
Job Growth+32%
Top RoleCybersecurity Analyst
FormatOnline

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
1 year
Est. Tuition
$15K total
Format
Online
Schedule
Part-Time
GRE / GMAT
Not Required
Concentrations
Cybersecurity (General), Cybersecurity Law, Privacy & Policy

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, information technology, or cybersecurity with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant work experience or technical prerequisites may also be preferred.

About This Program

An accelerated online master's program that provides state-of-the-art education for professionals seeking to lead teams in mitigating damaging cyberattacks.

Career Outcomes

Advance as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with AI technology expertise

  • 1. Cybersecurity Manager
  • 2. Information Assurance Specialist
  • 3. Risk and Compliance Analyst
  • 4. Incident Response Lead

What You'll Learn

  • Implement risk assessment methodologies and vulnerability management strategies.
  • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations and frameworks like NIST.
  • Design secure network operations and information assurance protocols.
  • Conduct incident response and cyber threat intelligence analysis.

Curriculum Highlights

The structure includes core courses in research and critical thinking, followed by specialized electives in cyber threat intelligence and incident response.

Top Employers

Top employers include government agencies like NSA and FBI, tech firms such as Microsoft and Cisco, and defense contractors like Lockheed Martin.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, information technology, or cybersecurity with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant work experience or technical prerequisites may also be preferred.

Application Materials

  • Statement of Purpose: Required
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
  • Resume: Required
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

  • Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
  • GRE/GMAT: Not Required
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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