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Foundations in Cybersecurity Leadership

This course provides a foundational understanding of the critical aspects of leading cybersecurity initiatives within an organization. The course includes frameworks and principles for developing and assessing a cybersecurity program. Students will explore cybersecurity terms and concepts, ethical considerations, leadership theories, risk management practices, strategic planning, and effective communication techniques necessary for driving cybersecurity initiatives. Through case studies and practical exercises, students will learn to navigate the complexities of cybersecurity leadership and build resilient cybersecurity programs. Students will be given an overview of the various roles and responsibilities that comprises a cybersecurity department in industry.

  • Credits: 3 credits
  • Offered every term (subject to change)
  • Course ID: CYB 710

What You'll Learn

Identify and explain key cybersecurity concepts, processes, policies, ethical considerations and technologies.
Design and assess an effective cybersecurity program, utilizing industry-standard frameworks and best practices to manage and protect organizational information assets.
Create and evaluate governance, risk, and compliance (GRC), and develop executive reports, strategic plans, and governance structures to ensure oversight and accountability in cybersecurity practices.
Formulate and integrate cybersecurity strategies with overall business goals, ensuring that security measures support and enhance organizational performance and resilience.
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Course FAQs

What is asynchronous?
Asynchronous learning means that the instructor and the students in the course all engage with the course content at different times (and from different locations). The instructor provides students with a sequence of units which the students move through as their schedules permit.
What is the course structure?
Courses are offered fully online and are asynchronous. There is an optional, live interactive session offered weekly so students can engage with one another and with the faculty member. 

How long is each course?
Our mini-sessions (or terms) are 7.5 weeks long, and courses are offered in each mini. Each semester consists of 2 mini-sessions.
How many courses can I take in a mini-term?
We have structured our courses so students can take one course at a time; this is especially important for students balancing full-time employment. We do permit students to take a maximum of two courses in 1 mini-term (i.e. 6 credits over a 7.5 week period). While taking more than two courses in one semester may seem appealing, these online accelerated courses can be difficult to manage, especially while working full-time. In addition, taking more than one course in a mini session could cause conflicts in your weekly live sessions (i.e. they could be offered on the same day and time). 

What is a part-time course load vs. a full-time course load?
Part-time in SPS is defined as 3 credits (1 course) per semester, and full-time is defined as 6 or more credits (2 or more courses) per semester. Every course at SPS is 3 credits.
How fast can I earn a master's degree?
You can finish an SPS program in as little as 16 months if you take a course every mini semester*. If you need more time, that's okay too! We offer flexibility so you can go your own pace.

*This is for 30 credit hour programs only.