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Cybersecurity Management

Lead efforts to protect against cyberthreats. Gain the strategies, tools, and know-how to shape effective cybersecurity policies in a management role. Gain skills like:

  • Directing the protection of IT data and infrastructure
  • Building effective cybersecurity systems
  • Applying best practices to maintain and improve a cybersecurity stance
  • Mitigating risk with strong cybersecurity policies and practices

Looking for more hands-on technical skills? See the graduate certificate in Information Systems Security.

Earn a graduate degree and certificate at the same time.

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Top-ranked, career-focused education in a flexible online format.

At a Glance

Classes Next Begin
March 31

Term Length
10 Weeks

4 Course Certificate
Tuition

$13,344

6 Course Certificate
Tuition

$20,016

Format
Evening or Online

Admission Details
Free Application. No GRE or GMAT

How Long to Finish
As quickly as 6 months. Access a sample schedule

How Long to Finish
As quickly as 9 months. Access a sample schedule

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Specialized Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management requires completion of 16 credit hours (4 courses).

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Concentration Courses

Concentration Courses

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

ICT 4205 Cybersecurity Management
ICT 4210 Cybersecurity Policy
ICT 4215 Cybersecurity Risk Management and Incident Response
ICT 4220
Cybersecurity Leadership and Strategic Planning

Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management requires completion of 24 credit hours (6 courses).

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Concentration Courses
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Elective Courses

Concentration Courses

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

ICT 4205 Cybersecurity Management
ICT 4210 Cybersecurity Policy
ICT 4215 Cybersecurity Risk Management and Incident Response
ICT 4220
Cybersecurity Leadership and Strategic Planning

Elective Courses

Popular electives for students in the Information and Communications Technology program include:

GIS 4101 Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
ICT 4200 Cybersecurity Foundations
GIS 4200 Geospatial Intelligence
ICT 4225 Cybersecurity Audits
ICT 4300 Web Enabled Information Systems
ICT 4370 Python Programming
ICT 4430 Database Security
ICT 4615 Identity and Access Management
ICT 4680 Principles of Cryptography
HINF 4335 Healthcare Cybersecurity
ICT 4700 AI Concepts, Capabilities, and Tools
ICT 4705 AI Ethics, Policy, & Governance

Electives may be chosen from among all courses in the Information and Communications Technology program. You may also select courses from other University College graduate programs with approval from the academic director.

Your academic advisor will help you select electives that align with your career and personal goals, and your advisor will obtain any necessary approvals from the academic director.

Interested in a master’s degree?

Explore our Master of Science in Information Technology with a concentration in Cybersecurity Management.

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Career Opportunities

Select Job Titles

Chief Information Officer
Chief Information Security Officer
Information Security Manager
Security Consultant
Security Analyst
Cybersecurity Manager
Computer and Information Systems Manager
Information Systems Analyst

Cybersecurity Manager Salary: National Average

$88,881

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College of Professional Studies students have access to University of Denver Career Services including:

  • One-on-one career coaching and mock interviews
  • A job database dedicated to DU students and alumni
  • Resume and cover letter guidance

Check out our jobs tool to explore job postings, salaries, and top companies in your geographic area.

Advisory Board

Program content is developed with the input of advisory boards, composed of industry leaders, experts, and hiring managers. This helps ensure you learn leading-edge, industry-focused skills and knowledge and prepares you for future success.

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Timothy Bradsby

Portfolio Manager,
Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies

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Don Halloran

Founder & CEO,
Waypoint Group


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Mark Merkow

Senior Security Engineer,
Freeport-McMoRan Inc.


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Darl Kuhn

Solutions Architect,
RMCI


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Nathan Braun

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

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Mike Prasad

Architect/Engineer,
State of Colorado


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Glenn Ware

Director Corporate Systems,
Xcel Energy


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Amber Cardillo

Sr. Director Americas Telco,
VMWare


Accreditation

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Higher Learning Commission

College of Professional Studies 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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Colorado Technology Association

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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