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Master's in Cybersecurity
Online

Boise State University

Online MS in Cyber Operations and Resilience

  • Boise
About This Program

This 100% online master’s degree provides advanced training in defending organizations from malicious attacks as a cybersecurity industry leader.

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What You'll Learn

Students gain the expertise needed to secure complex systems and articulate cybersecurity concepts effectively to organizational leadership.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The program features flexible scheduling with seven-week courses and tracks tailored to specific professional backgrounds in technology or management.
Typical Course Topics
1. Cyber Threat Detection and Analysis 2. Network Security and Defense 3. Incident Response and Forensics 4. Cryptography and Data Protection 5. Cyber Risk Management and Governance 6. Resilient Systems Design and Architecture
Program Specializations:
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
A bachelor's degree is required; applicants may have backgrounds in cybersecurity, IT, military, law enforcement, or other fields.[2] Boise State accepts students without prior cybersecurity backgrounds and provides foundational coursework in IT and programming fundamentals.[2
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€’ 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 technical 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: $102,000 Cybersecurity Manager: $115,000 Security Engineer: $108,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
33.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Cybersecurity Manager 2. Security Engineer 3. Threat Intelligence Analyst 4. Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers for cybersecurity professionals include Microsoft, Cisco, IBM, government agencies (NSA, FBI, Department of Defense), Fortune 500 technology and financial services firms, and major healthcare and energy sector organizations.[5
Program Details
Duration
  • 2 Year
Tuition
  • 16,500
Format
Online
Specializations