Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate
The Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate will introduce you to the basic principles of securing computer and information systems, laying the groundwork for a promising cybersecurity career. Get a strong start in the industry by focusing on areas like workstation security, cybercrime, and intrusion detection. Or, if you’re interested in continuing your education, this certificate will prepare you for the MS in Cybersecurity program.
Program details
Advance your career
Upon completion of the Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate, many students choose to pursue the full MS in Cybersecurity degree. You will also be prepared for careers like:
- Information security risk analyst
- Product security operator
- Security consultant
- Security investigation analyst
Learning outcomes
When you complete this certificate, you will be able to:
- Defend industrial enterprises using state-of-the-art methods and technologies.
- Build core knowledge around system and network security theory, processes, and practices.
- Plan and implement security strategies that reduce risk and protect information assets.
- Identify, contextualize, and address legal and ethical issues associated with information security, privacy, and digital rights.
- Communicate with corporate management on information assurance issues.
- Continue a lifelong learning process in the fast-changing cyber threat environment.
Campus location
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Boston
Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern’s oldest campus is home to a vibrant community of students, researchers, and faculty working across disciplines to build a better world through CS.
Applications and admissions
How to apply
Our Graduate Certificate apply page has everything you need to know about applying to the Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate at Khoury College, including:
- Applications requirements
- Deadlines
- Resources and contact information
Program costs
Visit Student Financial Services for current tuition and fee information, and to find tools and calculators to help you estimate what your program might cost.
Deadlines
August 1
Fall domestic student application deadline
December 1
Spring domestic student application deadline
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Meet our faculty
Get to know the engaged, experienced professors who are here to support you every step of the way.
Jose Sierra
Jose Sierra is a teaching professor at Khoury College, and the associate director of the information assurance and cybersecurity program. He runs the EVALUES IT Security Laboratory, where he explores assessment methodologies for commercial implementations of IPSEC architecture in such areas as the aerospace defense and the telecoms sectors.
Break into tech without a computer science background
If you don’t have a background in computer science or cybersecurity, then the Align MS in Computer Science or Align MS in Cybersecurity might be for you. These programs offer a direct path to a master’s degree — with no prior experience required.
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