Master of Science in Professional Cybersecurity

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The Professional Cybersecurity program equips students with the skills needed to protect companies from a wide range of cyber threats. Through hands-on learning, students will create security policies, secure networks, premises, and equipment, and understand the techniques used by hackers and cybercriminals. They’ll also master industry-standard tools like vulnerability scanners, traffic analysis tools, and risk assessment methods to safeguard critical assets.

Designed for those seeking advanced roles in cybersecurity, this program not only provides practical skills but also prepares students for leadership positions in a high-demand field. Graduates gain the expertise needed to advance their careers, increase earning potential, and become key players in defending against evolving cyber threats.

What You'll Learn

The following information comes from the official EWU catalog, which outlines all degree requirements and serves as the guide to earning a degree. Courses are designed to provide a well-rounded and versatile degree, covering a wide range of subject areas.

Professional Cybersecurity, Master of Science (MS)

Required Core
BADM 568INFORMATION SYSTEMS PROJECT MANAGEMENT4
CYBR 502INFORMATION ASSURANCE FOUNDATIONS4
CYBR 504INFORMATION SECURITY MANAGEMENT4
Electives–CYBR 539 may be repeated as long as the topics are different12
TOPICS IN CYBERSECURITY
DIRECTED STUDY
Thesis or Project12
THESIS
RESEARCH REPORT
Total Credits36

Students who earn an MS in Professional Cybersecurity from EWU should be able to:

  • create security policies for protection of company assets;
  • demonstrate knowledge of security techniques in order to secure premises, networks, equipment, and information;
  • identify how hackers, hacktivists, and highly skilled cyber criminals attack the company including the tools they use and techniques;
  • use tools such as vulnerability scanners, traffic analysis tools, port scanners, and risk assessment.