VT

Master's in Cybersecurity
Online

Champlain College

MS in Information Security – Operations or Management

  • Burlington
About This Program

This leadership-oriented program is designed to align technical security operations with organizational goals and regulatory requirements for effective cyber defense.

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What You'll Learn

Students develop expertise in security architecture design, incident response leadership, governance, compliance, and strategic technical communication for diverse stakeholders.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The structure focuses on risk assessment frameworks, forensic investigation principles, technology leadership, and international security standards and laws.
Typical Course Topics
1. Secure Network Operations 2. Vulnerability Management 3. Cybersecurity Risk and Compliance 4. Information Security Management 5. Incident Response and Threat Hunting 6. Security Operations Center (SOC) Operations
Program Specializations:
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, IT, or cybersecurity with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant work experience in information security is often preferred or required.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Not Required
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Required
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
β€’ Resume: Required
β€’ Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

Career Opportunities in AI

Position as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with security architecture expertise

Industry Data: The following salary and job data reflects typical industry trends for AI professionals, not specific to New York University. Individual outcomes vary based on skills, location, and experience.

Estimated Industry Salary
Information Security Analyst: $124,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
32.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Security Operations Analyst 2. Information Security Manager 3. Cybersecurity Risk Analyst 4. Incident Response Specialist
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, and government agencies like NSA and FBI.
Program Details
Duration
  • 0.83 Year
Tuition
  • 17,850
Format
Online
Specializations