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The MS in Computer Science is more marketable and flexible. I would even choose a program in information technology or information systems before I would choose cybersecurity or digital forensics. If you want to specialize in a certain area, you should look for a CS/IS/IT program with a cybersecurity or digital forensics concentration or choose elective courses in those areas. Cybersecurity and digital forensics restrict you to one area of the IT field. No employer is going to choose someone over you just because they have a specialized degree, and you have a computer science degree. Sometimes, the CS degree will be seen as more desirable due to the curriculum being more in depth. Some cybersecurity programs are more policy-oriented rather than technically-oriented. But, the employer will really be looking for relevant experience and certifications such as the CISSP. The degree just checks the education box.
Hey! I know John Jay! I'd say a M.S. in computer science. It's more marketable. People are going to assume a M.S. in digital forensics is fluff. It might not be fluff but it sounds like it.
Well I'm looking to see what I could do in the military with this.
If your objective is to commission in the military, you should talk to an officer recruiter. They should be able to provide you with some statistics about what they are looking for.
It's a smart move to join the military as an officer if you can. You will have access to a tremendous amount of professional development. If you can make it 20 years, you will have an outstanding retirement as well.
Well I'm looking to see what I could do in the military with this.
Lots... friend of mine started in military crypto in the 80s and then they sent her off to "hacker school" in the 90s. We all laughed... sounded like Bullsht at the time. I was in computers but did not think much of hacking.
She is amazing now. The things she can do with an IP. I'm in Information Systems Security but I can't touch her knowldge... she has been a hacker now for almost 20 years! I started maybe 5 years ago.
Either of those fields will be great for you. I will say that cyber security is going to get saturated here soon but there is a huge need now. I've seen a cyber security team double in people practically overnight. People are worried about it and rightfully so. Digital security is one of those needs that could rapidly grow. Hard to predict the future but I'd feel comfortable doing either one of those majors.
Actually, if it were me, I'd do something in robotics (before everyone and their brother jumps in). But that is me... I started computers back when no one else did... worked out well.
My son has a degree in cybersecurity with a minor in digital forensics. He works for a Forensics firm but was offered a job with a much more well known Federal agency. There is no lack of job opportunity now.
You don't need a cyber security degree to work in cyber security. It would help to look up cyber security, information assurance, and information security job openings and see which majors they ask for.
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