Master’s Concentration

Information Systems Security

Develop the hands-on technical skills to set up secure networks, solve security breaches, and conduct computer forensics analysis. Gain skills like:

Implementing information security policies and procedures
Designing secure network solutions and applications
Evaluating encryption standards and solutions
Creating a Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity (DR/BC) plan

Looking for more critical management skills? See the master’s concentration in Cybersecurity Management.

Earn a graduate degree and certificate at the same time.

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At a Glance

Classes Begin
January 6

Term Length
10 Weeks

Master's Tuition
$835 per credit hour

Format
Evening or Online

Admission
No GRE or GMAT

Duration
As few as 18 months

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Skills You’ll Learn

Develop and implement information security policies and procedures

Design secure network solutions and applications

Evaluate encryption standards and solutions

Curriculum

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Master of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Information Systems Security requires completion of 48 credit hours (12 courses).

4

Core Courses

4

Concentration
Courses

4

Elective Courses

Core Courses

Learn the scope of activity, historical development,
and future direction of the industry. These courses
provide a foundation that you'll draw on throughout
your concentration and elective courses. The capstone
serves as the culminating academic experience in
which you'll explore a problem of practice in your field
of study.

ICT 4000	Business Essentials for Technology Leaders
ICT 4001	Technology Leadership
ICT 4005	Technical Essentials
And choose one of the following:
ICT 4901	Capstone Project
OR
ICT 4902	Capstone Seminar

Concentration Courses

Focus on a specific professional area within the larger industry sector and master the skills needed to excel in that area.

ICT 4605	Principles of Information Security
ICT 4615	Identity and Access Management
ICT 4670	Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning
ICT 4845	Information Systems Attacks and Defenses

Elective Courses

Popular electives for students in the Information Technology program include:

ICT 4007	Creative Problem Solving and Programming Concepts
ICT 4010	Enterprise Architecture
GIS 4101	Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
GIS 4200	Geospatial Intelligence
ICT 4200	Cybersecurity Foundations
ICT 4205	Cybersecurity Management
ICT 4210	Cybersecurity Policy
ICT 4215	Cybersecurity Risk Management and Incident Response
ICT 4220	Cybersecurity Leadership and Strategic Planning
ICT 4225	Cybersecurity Audits
ICT 4300	Web Enabled Information Systems
ICT 4370	Python Programming
ICT 4405	Database Design and Implementation
ICT 4430	Database Security
ICT 4505	Website Design and Management
ICT 4610	TCP/IP Networks
ICT 4680	Principles of Cryptography
ICT 4685	Cloud and Internet Law
ICT 4690	Computer Forensics with Lab
ICT 4695	Application Security
ICT 4800	Network Communications and the Internet
ICT 4700	AI Concepts, Capabilities, and Tools
ICT 4705	AI Ethics, Policy, & Governance

Elective courses may be chosen from among non-core and concentration courses in the academic program, and you may also select courses in other University College graduate programs. Your academic advisor will help you select electives that align with your career and personal goals.

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Sample Schedule

Plan out your schedule and determine your preferred timeline for completing your master's degree—finish in as few as 18 months or take up to five years.

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Cybersecurity Foundations in Application Security

Badge Requirements

Complete the following two courses with a grade of A− or above:

ICT 4200	Cybersecurity Foundations
ICT 4695	Application Security

Cybersecurity Foundations in Database Security

Badge Requirements

Complete the following two courses with a grade of A− or above:

ICT 4200	Cybersecurity Foundations
ICT 4430	Database Security

AI Literacy, Ethics, and
Governance

Badge Requirements

Complete the following two courses with a grade of A− or above:

ICT 4700	AI Concepts, Capabilities and Tools
ICT 4705	AI Ethics, Policy and Governance

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Career Outcomes

Predicted outcomes for graduates of Information Systems Security

Employment of information security analysts is predicted to grow 28% through 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Demand for cybersecurity professionals is expected to be high due to the rise of cyberattacks. Industries with the most need include finance, government, and healthcare.

U.S. News and World Report ranked information security analyst #2 on their “Best Technology Jobs” list due to factors such as salary and job growth.

Job Titles

Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

Cybersecurity Analyst

Information Security Analyst

Security Officer

Information Technology Specialist

Security Analyst

Information Assurance Officer

Security Technology Architect

Information Security Analyst Salary: National Average

$95,610

(U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

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“That master’s degree had been on my bucket list for more than 20 years and I just started thinking now’s the time, I’m not going to procrastinate anymore!” —Carolyn Hinkley, graduate.

Flexible Online Classes

We understand the demands of balancing work, friends and family, and school can be challenging. That's why at University College, you can complete your program entirely online. Our online learning platform makes it easy to work anywhere at any time.

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Advisory Board

Our programs are developed and updated with the input of advisory boards composed of industry leaders and employers. This ensures that you'll learn what employers are looking for, and gain the most current information with a view to future industry trends, connecting you to future success.

Timothy Bradsby

Portfolio Manager,
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies

Don Halloran

Founder & CEO,
Waypoint Group

Mark Merkow

Senior Security Engineer,
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.

Darl Kuhn

Solutions Architect,
RMCI

Nathan Braun

Educational Consultant & Adjunct Faculty, University of Denver, University College

Mike Prasad

Architect/Engineer,
State of Colorado

Glenn Ware

Director Corporate Systems,
Xcel Energy

Amber Cardillo

Sr. Director Americas Telco,
VMWare

Accreditation

Higher Learning Commission

University College programs maintain the highest level of accreditation offered by The Higher Learning Commission, one of the regional accrediting bodies recognized by the federal government. The University of Denver and all of its academic programs are regionally accredited by this commission, and regional accreditation is the highest standard for universities in the United States.

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The Colorado Technology Association represents technology leaders, professionals, companies, IT departments, government and legislative leaders, and industry advisors. CTA provides members with community, insight, connections and advocacy. Our industry development work spans public policy to education to leadership.

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