At a Glance
- 100% online coursework
- Choose a concentration in Cyber Operations or Cybersecurity Leadership, or design your own
- Faculty with extensive experience in the cyber defense industry
- Designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE)
- No GMAT/GRE required
EARN A STEM-DESIGNATED MASTER’S BUILT ON INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
The Pace University online Master of Science in Cybersecurity is designed for working professionals who want to advance their careers and combat cybercrime.
This fully online cybersecurity master’s degree looks toward the future of cyber defense, utilizing hands-on learning and the latest industry practices to hone students’ problem-solving abilities.
Through virtual labs and project-based learning, students gain vital cybersecurity knowledge that they apply to real-world scenarios, bridging theory and practice.
The cybersecurity courses adhere to the NSA’s rigorous standards and equip professionals with the in-demand skills employers want. Because of this, our program has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE).
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COMPLETE YOUR DEGREE IN AS LITTLE AS 1 YEAR
Our 30-credit-hour online program can be completed in just 1 year as a full-time student or 2 years as a part-time student.
Complete the Degree in 10 Courses
Understand how to identify and counter security risks as well as implement protective measures.
Personalize Your Degree
Choose an optional concentration in Cyber Operations or Cybersecurity Leadership, or a general track.
In-Demand Cybersecurity Skills
Learn information security management, penetration testing, cyber intelligence analysis, network defense, and ethical hacking.
Sample Courses
Cyber Intelligence Analysis and Modeling
Identify and utilize cyber intelligence sources to combat security threats through advanced analytical techniques.
Network Security and Defense
Master enterprise network security through hands-on exploration of threats, defenses, and strategic architecture.
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
Prepare organizations to maintain operations during crises using comprehensive continuity strategies and industry-standard practices.
ADD A CYBER OPERATIONS OR CYBERSECURITY LEADERSHIP CONCENTRATION
Target your expertise with a concentration, or learn a range of topics in the general track. All tracks equip you with powerful cybersecurity skills.
- The Cyber Operations concentration focuses on the technical aspects of protecting computing systems, reconnaissance, and exploitation in cyberspace.
- The Cybersecurity Leadership concentration prepares students for cybersecurity leadership roles such as chief information security officer, with knowledge of technology, policy, risk management, and governance.
- Students who choose not to specialize can complete a general track, in which they choose elective courses from a curated list of cybersecurity-related topics.
For more information and detailed course content, visit our curriculum page.
Advance Your Career in Cybersecurity at Pace
The U.S. Bureau of Statistics projects that employment for information security analysts will grow 32% over the next decade. This is much faster than the average across other industries, in part due to the ever increasing threat that cybercrime poses to businesses around the globe.
In addition, recent placement statistics show that 94% of Seidenberg students are employed full-time or continuing their education within one year of graduation.
This overwhelming student success can be seen as graduates from the Seidenberg School enjoy exciting careers at organizations including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, the FBI, and the New York City Cyber Command.
Just a few of the job titles available to master’s in cybersecurity graduates include:
- Cybersecurity Specialist
- Chief information Security Officer
- Penetration Testing Analyst
- Information Security Auditor
- Digital Forensics Investigator
Admission Requirements
Applications are carefully reviewed by the Graduate Admission Committee utilizing a holistic approach. We accept students who either hold a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, or have a degree in another field, and a combination of equivalent career experience and prerequisite coursework. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred but not required. We require three prerequisite courses (9 credits) which should appear in your prior academic transcripts. Prerequisites cannot be waived, but applicants can be accepted without them. However, all prerequisite courses will need to be completed before starting foundation/core courses in the program.
For more details on admission requirements and the application process, visit our admission page.
Why Pace?
Pace University is located in the heart of New York City, a global business and technology hub. We have partnerships with private industry and government agencies, as well as a network of worldwide security professionals. Students also have access to the Pace Career Services team, who work with 10,000 employers annually and prepare students for future employment.
Our faculty understand that professionals enter the field of cybersecurity to help organizations in making a better cyber space. Our team of experts has countless years of experience working with companies like Google, Microsoft, and IBM, and government agencies like the Department of Homeland Security and the National Security Agency. They have committed themselves to sharing their knowledge with the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.
