MS in Cybersecurity Operations
Expand upon your IT background at Webster University. Through our MS in Cybersecurity Operations, you’ll gain both classroom knowledge and professional experience to succeed in high-demand positions in both the public and private sectors, protecting the expanding, global reach of computer systems. Learn from faculty experts. Gain hands-on experience in our Cybersecurity Center of Excellence Laboratory. Position yourself as a cybersecurity leader and graduate ready to:
Every industry needs cybersecurity professionals—from government agencies to healthcare organizations—and with Webster’s MS in Cybersecurity Operations, you’ll be ready to meet the call and advance your career. Our program is ideal for:
With Webster’s MS in Cybersecurity Operations, you’ll expand your cybersecurity knowledge and learn critical thinking skills related to domestic and international legal systems, private and public policies and ethics. Graduate ready to:
You must complete 36 hours to graduate with your MS in Cybersecurity Operations.
Select four elective courses (12 hours) chosen from the following:
**A maximum of one CSSS 5990 Advanced Topics in Cybersecurity courses may be counted toward the 36 required credit hours.
Combine online and on-campus learning to earn your MS in Cybersecurity Operations on your schedule. Classes for this program are available at the following campuses:
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment of cybersecurity occupations is projected to grow at least 33% from 2020 to 2030. Graduate with your MS in Cybersecurity Operations prepared for positions like:
Average annual salary (National, May 2020)
Average annual salary (National, 2020)
Average annual salary (National, 2020)
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Webster is committed to your success, and you'll never be alone as you pursue your MS in Cybersecurity Operations.
Earn your MS in Cybersecurity Operations from Webster, a private, non-profit university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and ranked #22 in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges” list in the Midwest Regional University category.
Work alongside faculty with professional experience in cybersecurity infrastructure, digital forensics, cyberterrorism and counterintelligence. Our professors serve as mentors eager to support your career goals and connect you to opportunities.
I would absolutely recommend Webster University in a heartbeat. The amount of support and the quality of the instruction I received was fantastic, and really helped me prepare for the job I have now – even before I knew about where I would end up.
- Captain Kasie Valenti
MA in Management & Leadership, 2015