Information Technology and Cybersecurity Management - Master's
Prepare for In-Demand Cyber Jobs
In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue—it’s a business imperative. The M.S. in Information Technology and Cybersecurity Management at Southern Miss prepares you to lead at the intersection of technology, strategy, and security.
Imagine guiding your organization through a cyber crisis—not only understanding the technical risks but also speaking the language of executives to drive smart decisions. This fully online program equips you with both the business insight and cybersecurity expertise to lead with confidence and protect what matters.
Whether you're advancing in your current role or pivoting into a new one, you'll graduate ready to manage risk, align security with strategy, and lead digital transformation.
*Source: (ISC)² Cybersecurity Workforce Study
What Will I Learn?
Graduates of this program will be able to:
- Understand and apply core business concepts, including leadership, marketing, accounting, and finance.
- Identify, assess, and manage cybersecurity risks across enterprise systems.
- Interpret and implement cybersecurity law, policy, and compliance standards.
- Respond to cybersecurity incidents with effective frameworks and mitigation strategies
Align technology and security protocols with organizational priorities and performance metrics.
Why Cybersecurity with Dr. Nick Rahimi
Cybersecurity is a critical challenge and a powerful opportunity for today’s workforce. Our program is built to equip students with the skills and knowledge to protect digital environments, address evolving security threats, and lead in an increasingly connected world. By focusing on real-world challenges, we prepare graduates to become the skilled professionals this growing industry urgently needs.
Nick Rahimi, Ph.D.
Internships
Internship opportunities are available in industry and the government sector.
Availability
| Degree Plan | Availability |
|---|---|
| Online 100% | |
| Hattiesburg |
- Information Security Analyst
- Intrusion Detection Analyst
- Penetration Tester
- Incident Responder
- Network Security Engineer
- Malware Analyst