Cybersecurity analysis focuses on the policy dimension of cyber security. It identifies the information vulnerabilities of an organisation (for example, a government department, a business or a non-government organisation) and then provides strategies to counter and mitigate the potential cyber threats to these vulnerabilities. The Australian government has determined that cybersecurity analysis is an area of strategic priority for the nation. Graduates with expert knowledge of cybersecurity analysis are now in high demand across a range of sectors.

This highly practical degree is tailored to directly address the cybersecurity skills gap in Australia and overseas by training the next generation of policy and strategic thinkers in cybersecurity.

Key Features

• This degree will teach you to critically analyse real-world cybersecurity issues and use advanced disciplinary techniques and methods to develop solutions to them.
• You can take elective units from sociology, accounting and risk management, politics and international relations to increase your knowledge and your employability.
• Internship opportunities with government and industry partners are available – on a competitive basis – during your studies.
• Graduate career opportunities are widely available due to the global shortage of skilled cybersecurity professionals.
• You’ll have opportunities to participate in dynamic simulations and wargames with postgraduate students undertaking security and intelligence degrees. These activities replicate the multidisciplinary groups that tackle security issues in the real world and will improve your practical skills.
• You’ll benefit from our collaboration with major companies in the Macquarie Park Innovation District and with Optus in the Optus Macquarie University Cyber Security Hub – a $10 million joint investment that promotes a uniquely interdisciplinary approach to tackle real-world challenges in cyber security.
• Your learning will be enhanced by our location in Australia’s leading high-tech precincts, which is brimming with collaborative, internship and employment opportunities.

• Cybersecurity analyst
• Network consultant
• Network security consultant
• Policy officer
• Risk analyst
• Security specialist
• Solutions architect