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Master's in Cybersecurity
Online

Boise State University | MS in Cyber Operations and Resilience

  • Boise
About This Program

This industry-driven graduate program equips professionals to design, protect, and maintain secure information systems and networks through holistic resilience strategies.

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What You'll Learn
  • Students learn critical skills to optimize real-world cyber operations and manage risks across business, government, and physical infrastructure systems.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
Boise State University's MS in Cyber Operations and Resilience is a 100% online graduate program with 7-week courses, offering technical and non-technical tracks to design resilient systems, protect networks, and respond to cyber threats.
Typical Course Topics
1. Cyber Threat Intelligence 2. Resilience Engineering 3. Network Security and Defense 4. Cyber Operations and Incident Response 5. Risk Management and Governance 6. Secure Systems Design
Program Specializations:
Cyber Defense & Cyber Operations
Tech
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required; relevant background in cybersecurity, IT, military, or law enforcement is preferred but not mandatory, with foundational courses available for beginners.
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

Thrive as Cybersecurity Analyst in Cybersecurity AI with non-technical tracks expertise

Estimated Industry Salary
Cybersecurity Specialist: $110,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
0.32%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Cyber Operations Analyst 2. Resilience Engineer 3. Threat Intelligence Specialist 4. Cybersecurity Manager
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include government agencies like NSA and DHS, tech firms such as Cisco and Palo Alto Networks, and defense contractors like Lockheed Martin.
Program Details
Duration
  • 2.0 Year
Tuition
$ 16,500
Format
Online
Specializations
Cyber Defense & Cyber Operations
Tech