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Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy Certificate

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Program OverviewCybersecurity M.S.

Why Earn Your Certificate in Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy?

Cybersecurity is a dynamic industry that is constantly changing, and has grown to impact all aspects of government, business, and society.

In the Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy certificate program, students will learn how to analyze cybersecurity risks, develop appropriate protection & response options, and assess operational requirements for government, military, critical infrastructure, and commercial missions.

At a Glance

Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy Certificate

Terms of Admission:
Fall, Spring

Campus Locations:
Catonsville, Online, Shady Grove

Schedule:
Part-time

Department:
Office of Professional Programs

College:
College of Engineering and Information Technology

Program Designations:
Professional Programs
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What Are My Career Options Studying Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy?

Cybersecurity

Based on real UMBC graduates*

104 Graduates
$91,808 Median Salary
Data shown for graduates 2011–2026.

Top Job Titles

  • CYBER SECURITY ANALYST
    3
    Graduates
    $94k
    Median Salary
  • SOFTWARE ENGINEER
    3
    Graduates
    $108k
    Median Salary
  • SYSTEM ADMINISTRATOR
    2
    Graduates
    $88k
    Median Salary
  • INFORMATION SECURITY SPECIALIST
    2
    Graduates
    $104k
    Median Salary
  • BUSINESS OWNER
    2
    Graduates
    $104k
    Median Salary
  • INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
    2
    Graduates
    $211k
    Median Salary
  • INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY OFFICER
    2
    Graduates
    $111k
    Median Salary
  • MANAGER
    2
    Graduates
    $118k
    Median Salary
  • INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST
    2
    Graduates
    $70k
    Median Salary
  • NETWORK ENGINEER
    2
    Graduates
    $89k
    Median Salary

Salary Distribution

Top Employers

  1. GENERAL DYNAMICS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 2
  2. LEIDOS 2
  3. NORTHROP GRUMMAN 2
  4. ALLIED UNIVERSAL 2
  5. CACI INTERNATIONAL INC 2
  6. RAPID7 2
  7. DISA 1
  8. SWEATER CASHMERE FUND 1
  9. VECTORWORKS 1
  10. CHICKASAW NATION INDUSTRIES, INC. 1

Top Industries

Job Categories

Top Locations

  1. BALTIMORE, MARYLAND 11
  2. COLUMBIA, MARYLAND 10
  3. GLEN BURNIE, MARYLAND 4
  4. ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND 4
  5. FORT MEADE, MARYLAND 3

* Outcomes reflect graduates Steppingblocks could match to public career data, so totals may not represent every graduate in the program. Salary figures are based only on graduates with salary data available.

Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

Find opportunities to further advance your career and academic studies.

UMBC participates in all federal and state student financial aid programs and offers scholarships and assistantships through the Graduate School, Graduate Departments and the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.

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Review Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy Certificate Requirements

There are no specific constraints on the type of undergraduate degree required for this certificate. In general, applicants should understand the basic concepts and operation of the Internet, networked information systems, and have a basic familiarity with information security concepts and/or practices. Those with a background in computer science or information systems, or with significant professional experience in the IT industry are encouraged to apply.

Application Requirements:

  • A 3.0 GPA or above on a 4.0 scale
  • Statement outlining the student’s goals and expectations in the program.
  • Current resume
  • Recommendation letters (optional)
  • Official transcript(s) from each college & university attended
  • GRE is not required.

Please visit our website for detailed admission requirements.

 

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Start Your Graduate Admissions Application

Please note that application decisions can take 6-8 weeks after the program’s deadline, and depend on how many applications a department receives. You will receive an email once the department processes your decision letter. You will be able to see your decision letter by logging in to the application website. Your decision letter will be where the application checklist was. You may also check your recommendation statuses to send reminders or update contact information from the user page. If you are having trouble logging back in, you can recover your account.

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Have Questions?

Please contact the appropriate Graduate School staff member for assistance, or contact our Main Office at gradschool@umbc.edu or 410-455-2537.

Application Deadlines

Fall Semester

Domestic Students:
Apply by August 1

International Students:
Apply by May 1

Spring Semester

Domestic Students:
Apply by December 1

International Students:
Apply by October 1

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Contact Information

Cybersecurity Strategy and Policy Program Contacts

Main Contact

Admissions
cyber@umbc.edu

Program Director - Main Campus

Richard Forno
rforno@umbc.edu

Program Director - Shady Grove

Behnam Shariati
shariati@umbc.edu

Shady Grove Contact

sgprofessionalprograms@umbc.edu

Program Coordinator

Current Student Help
opp-studentsuccess@umbc.edu

UMBC Graduate School Admissions Office Contact Information

Mailing Address

UMBC Graduate School
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250

Admissions Staff

Staff are available from
Mon - Fri, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 410-455-2537

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Email Graduate Admissions at gradschool@umbc.edu.

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