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Dual Master's Degree in Information Technology and Cybersecurity
Step into the forefront of technology with our dynamic, cutting-edge Dual Master’s Degree. This advanced program provides an exceptional academic foundation and equips you with the practical skills, hands-on experience, and in-depth knowledge required to excel in the field.
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Be empowered by a comprehensive blend of academic excellence and hands-on experience that ensures you become a proficient and adaptable specialist professional.
Our curriculum prepares students to excel in the Information Technology industry in a management capacity, designed to align with the content covered in several pivotal industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals, and others. Dive into the intricacies of network management, exploring protocols, security, and troubleshooting.
Another feature that sets our program apart is its emphasis on practical learning. From day one, students immerse themselves in scenarios, real-world simulations, and hands-on labs, equipping them with the skills to tackle cybersecurity challenges head-on. As a testament to our commitment to practicality, we provide training for three essential industry certifications: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, CompTIA Security+, and CompTIA CySA+.
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Our Dual Master’s Degree in Information Technology and Cybersecurity, empowers our students with a deep understanding of cloud computing concepts, services, and deployment models. It covers the principles of effective IT service management and process optimization, equipping them to efficiently manage IT services and explore data visualization with Python, structured, and NoSQL databases.
This highly specialized curriculum provides our students with the technical and management tools necessary to shape the future of digital security. They delve into ethical hacking, threat detection, cloud security, and more, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. At Atlantis University, we produce graduates and cultivate cybersecurity leaders with both theoretical insights and hands-on prowess.
The Dual Master’s Degree in Information Technology and Cybersecurity consists of a total of 51 academic credits to be completed in 5 semesters. The program structure has been designed for students to take 9 credits per semester during the first 3 semesters, and 12 credits per semester during the last 2 semesters.
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Semester 5
- Network Systems and Technologies.
- Cloud Computing and Data Analytics.
- Information Technology Project Management.
- Information resources for academic and professional success.
- Systems Integration and Architecture.
- Elective: Network Security.
- Elective: Network Security.
- Scholarly writing and research strategies.
- Elective: Information System.
- Elective: Advanced Security.
- Elective: Advanced Security.
- Research Methodology.
- Elective: Management of Technological Operations.
- Elective: Web Development Technologies.
- Elective: Web Development Technologies.
- Elective: Artificial Intelligence.
- Elective: Artificial Intelligence.
- Final Research Project.
- Network Systems and Technologies.
- Cloud Computing and Data Analytics.
- Information Technology Project Management.
- Information resources for academic and professional success.
- Systems Integration and Architecture.
- Elective: Network Security.
- Elective: Network Security.
- Scholarly writing and research strategies.
- Elective: Information System.
- Elective: Advanced Security.
- Elective: Advanced Security.
- Research Methodology.
- Elective: Management of Technological Operations.
- Elective: Web Development Technologies.
- Elective: Web Development Technologies.
- Elective: Artificial Intelligence.
- Elective: Artificial Intelligence.
- Final Research Project.
Career Opportunities
We have multidisciplinary departments dedicated exclusively to helping our students develop soft skills, interpersonal abilities, and position themselves in the industry of their choice with employment aligned with their academic achievements and particular strengths. These are some of the areas of focus for graduates of the Dual Master’s Degree in Information Technology and Cybersecurity.
Information Security Analyst: Responsible for protecting an organization’s computer systems and networks. They monitor networks for security breaches, investigate incidents, and install software to protect data.
Cybersecurity Consultant: Provides expert advice to organizations on how to protect their computer systems and networks from cyber threats. They assess security risks, develop security strategies, and implement security solutions.
Network Security Engineer: Designs, implements, and maintains secure network infrastructures to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other cyber threats. They configure firewalls, routers, and other network devices to ensure network security.
IT Security Manager: Oversees an organization’s overall information security program. They develop security policies and procedures, manage security audits and assessments, and ensure compliance with security regulations and standards.
Systems Security Administrator: Manages and maintains the security of an organization’s computer systems. They install and configure security software, monitor system logs for suspicious activity, and respond to security incidents.
Penetration Tester (Ethical Hacker): Conducts authorized simulated cyber attacks on an organization’s systems to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses. They assess the effectiveness of existing security measures and recommend improvements.
Incident Response Analyst: Responds to and investigates security incidents such as data breaches, malware infections, and insider threats. They analyze security logs, contain security breaches, and implement measures to prevent future incidents.
Security Architect: Designs and builds secure IT architectures and systems to protect against cyber threats. They develop security models, define security requirements, and ensure that security controls are integrated into the design of IT systems.
Cybersecurity Risk Analyst: Assesses and manages cybersecurity risks within an organization. They identify and prioritize security risks, develop risk mitigation strategies, and recommend security controls to minimize risk exposure.
Cryptographer: Develops cryptographic algorithms and protocols to secure data transmission and storage. They design encryption algorithms, analyze cryptographic systems for vulnerabilities, and implement cryptographic solutions.
Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst: Monitors and analyzes security alerts and incidents in a SOC. They investigate security events, escalate incidents as necessary, and coordinate incident response efforts.
Digital Forensics Analyst: Investigates cyber crimes and security incidents by collecting and analyzing digital evidence. They use forensic tools and techniques to recover and analyze data from computers, networks, and other digital devices.
IT Auditor (Specializing in Security): Evaluates the effectiveness of an organization’s IT security controls and practices. They assess compliance with security policies and regulations, identify security gaps, and recommend improvements.
Compliance Analyst: Ensures that an organization complies with relevant cybersecurity regulations and standards. They monitor compliance requirements, conduct audits and assessments, and implement controls to address compliance gaps.
Security Software Developer: Designs and develops security software and tools to detect, prevent, and mitigate cyber threats. They write code for security applications, conduct security testing, and collaborate with security researchers to improve software security.
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With our STEM degrees, international students can leverage the unique benefit of a three-year OPT (Optional Practical Training) extension, gaining precious time to cultivate practical skills in the U.S. workforce. This extended hands-on experience, nestled within the innovation hub of Miami, positions graduates to become in-demand professionals.
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