Master of Cyber Security Analysis (1.5 years)
Master of Cyber Security Analysis (1.5 years)
Summary Cybersecurity analysis focuses on the policy dimension of cybersecurity. It identifies the information vulnerabilities of an organisation (for example, a government department, a business or a non-government organisation) and then provides strategies to counter and mitigate the potential cyberthreats to these vulnerabilities. The Australian government has determined that cybersecurity…
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Summary
Cybersecurity analysis focuses on the policy dimension of cybersecurity. It identifies the information vulnerabilities of an organisation (for example, a government department, a business or a non-government organisation) and then provides strategies to counter and mitigate the potential cyberthreats to these vulnerabilities. The Australian government has determined that cybersecurity analysis is an area of strategic priority for the nation. Graduates with expert knowledge of cybersecurity analysis are now in high demand across a range of sectors.
The highly practical Master of Cyber Security Analysis – developed in consultation with cybersecurity experts from government and industry – is designed to directly address the cybersecurity skills gap in Australia and overseas by training the next generation of policy and strategic thinkers in cybersecurity.
Key features
Critically analyse real-world cybersecurity issues
Use advanced disciplinary techniques and methods to develop solutions to a range of challenges. Participate in dynamic simulations and war games
Replicate the multidisciplinary groups that tackle security issues in the real world, and improve your practical skills. Increase your knowledge and your employability
Take elective units in accounting and risk management, international relations, politics or sociology. Join an in-demand job sector
Gain employment in a booming field – career opportunities are huge due to the global shortage of skilled cybersecurity experts.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Cybersecurity analyst
Network consultant
Network security consultant
Police officer
Risk analyst
Security consultant
Solutions architect
Employers
Airlines
Australian Border Force
Banks and financial institutions
Cybersecurity and intelligence agencies
Defence agencies
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
International agencies and departments
Marketing and public relations firms
NGOs
Police and law enforcement agencies
Technology and telecommunications companies
Think tanks and policy research institutes
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
