Cybersecurity Saint Leo University

Overview

Saint Leo University offers one of the best online masters in Cybersecurity degree programs in the country. 

This program satisfies the dual needs of preparing graduates to: 

• (1) Fill the need for information security and assurance professionals to work in a wide variety of capacities to protect the information systems of different types of organizations, and to support the nation’s information infrastructure; and 

• (2) Conduct advanced research in information security and assurance.

Key Features

Online cyber security students develop core competencies in operating systems and networks. They focus on the technical aspects of information security, examining ways to provide secure information processing systems by utilizing operating systems security; distributed secure system architectures; database security; software applications security; security policies; application security; network and distributed systems security; cryptography; and security protocols. This is what helps us offer the best online master’s degree in cyber security program that you will find.

As the complexity of enterprise systems and critical IT infrastructure continues to grow, there is an emerging need for talented information-security specialists and sophisticated practitioners in cyber security who are well-versed in the science of protecting vital computer networks and electronic infrastructure from attack. 

These information security professionals require proficiency in a variety of current and emerging technologies, including computer and network security, digital forensics, cryptography, web security, biometrics, compliance and legal issues, software security, mobile security, and cloud computing security. You will learn those proficiencies in this online cyber security master’s program.

Career Outlook

No matter which learning experience you choose, you will receive plenty of professional development opportunities, industry knowledge from expert professors, and support from the Saint Leo community. All this together means that you will be ready for a successful career or continued studies upon graduation.

What skills you will learn?

• Demonstrate an understanding of the technical aspects of cybersecurity.

• Demonstrate an ability to assess the information security risks faced by an organization and develop a response plan.

• Demonstrate the ability to evaluate and recommend technological tools and protocols to mitigate risks to information resources in an organization.

• Demonstrate an understanding of methods used to mitigate system vulnerabilities and restore compromised services.

• Manage the development, acquisition and evolution of a secure information network.

• Demonstrate an ability to construct secure networks and distributed network systems.

• Critically evaluate and apply research and reports of threats to computers and cyber-systems.

• Integrate Saint Leo University's Core Values and ethical foundations into the dissertation process and critical thinking skills used throughout the program.