In the University of Arizona's dynamic Master of Science in Cyber and Information Operations program, students build deep technical knowledge and practical skills to thrive in diverse, high-impact cyber careers.
MS CIO graduates are ready to excel in positions including:
A Field of Growing Importance & Demand
16.5%
Cybersecurity Job Growth
Over Next 5 Years
$133K
Average Salary for Master's in
Cybersecurity Graduates
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, information security-related jobs are expected to grow by more than 16% over the next five years (and 33% over the next 10 years).
While job demand is traditionally highest in the Washington, DC metro area (including Virginia and Maryland), California, Texas, Massachusetts and Washington, cyber and cyber-adjacent opportunities and salaries are experiencing growth nationwide and internationally.
According to ZipRecruiter, the average salary for a Master's in Cybersecurity graduate is $132,962 per year, with top annual average salaries ranging up to $186,000 or more.
Top Cyber and Information Operations Employers
Top cyber and information operations industries include financial services, government, healthcare, manufacturing and retail, while top employers nationwide, according to Payscale, include: