We provide an unmatched education to students in the region, and we're proud of it. With the demand for qualified technical personnel far exceeding the available supply, the opportunities awaiting Cybersecurity graduates are nearly limitless.

We have highly qualified and dedicated faculty members who have extensive experiences in research and/or industry. Six of them received specialized information security training through the SANS Institute. In addition, several faculty hold highly regarded cybersecurity certificates such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE), Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN), Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP), Certified Secure Java Developer (GSSP-Java) and Certified Security Professional (GSEC).?

Student Learning Outcomes - The graduate with a Master of Science degree in Computer Science will use the knowledge and skills obtained in the program to:

  • An ability to apply algorithmic principles and formal models to solve advanced problems in cybersecurity and computing.
  • Design and analyze an organizations information security policies to meet security requirements.
  • An ability to design, select, and execute a cybersecurity mechanism to conform to security policy.
  • An ability to evaluate and maintain cyber systems for secure and reliable operations.
  • An ability to communicate effectively to a range of audiences, work effectively in a team environment, and recognize the need for continual professional development.

This program is designed to prepare graduates with advanced skills in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. The graduates from the program can apply these skills to protect resources in the cyber domain and work as senior cybersecurity professionals in various sectors of industry that have significant online resources.