Master of Science in Information Systems - Network and Security Management

This is a cross-disciplinary degree sequence between the School of Information Technology and the Institute for Geospatial Analysis and Mapping located in the Geography-Geology Department. The Network and Security Management Sequence of the IS program is designed for students who are interested in focusing specifically on information systems security and telecommunications-related technologies and skills. Most students choosing this sequence plan to pursue further studies in Information Systems, Information Systems Security, Network Security, or Telecommunications. They may work as a programmer-analyst or systems developer with systems security or networking focus, or as a project manager. There are three options: The Thesis Option of the IS program is designed specifically for students who either ultimately plan to continue their studies after completion of the M. S. program or are simply interested in performing research in Information Systems or Telecommunications. Students complete independent research resulting in a master’s thesis under the direction of two School of Information Technology faculty members as a part of this option; The Project Option of the IS program is designed specifically for students who are planning to enter the workforce after completion of the degree. Students complete a significant independent project under the direction of two School of Information Technology faculty members as a part of this option; The Course Option of the IS program is designed for students who are planning to enter the workplace after completion of the degree but who do not wish to complete a master’s thesis or independent project as a part of their degree.