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M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance
M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance
IMPORTANT UPDATE:
Boston College Law School is offering a Master of Legal Studies (MLS) in Cybersecurity, Risk & Governance beginning in Fall 2025. You can learn more about the new program and apply for this upcoming Fall 2025 via the MLS webpage.
The M.S. in Cybersecurity and Certificates programs are no longer accepting applications. Preparations for the new MLS in Cybersecurity, Risk & Governance will not impact current students in the M.S. Cybersecurity program. M.S. Cybersecurity students should continue to work with the director of the M.S. program to address any administrative matters as they complete their course of study.
At a Glance
Deep, Cross-Industry Expertise
Complex problems require multiple perspectives. Our program brings together cybersecurity leaders in government, business, and academia, preparing you to leverage new technologies in compliance with regulations including the SEC Cybersecurity Rules, FTC Safeguard Rules, NY DFS Cybersecurity Regulations - Part 500, CMMC 2.0, and the EU GDPR.
CPG in the News
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RESEARCH FELLOW DR. JAMES BURRELL PUBLISHED in the International Journal of Social Science and Public Policy
The article "Survey of Information Security and Privacy for Patient-Generated Health Data" provides an overview of information security, assurance, and data governance principles of connected healthcare with a focus on patient-generated health data and informs the development of policies, standards, and guidelines for sensitive health information.
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Kevin Powers Joins Panelists to Discuss Key Strategies for CISOs, general counsels, and other executives
In the face of rising cyber threats and increasing regulatory scrutiny, organizations and boards of directors must treat cybersecurity as a business issue and take proactive measures to protect themselves against cyber liabilities.
Kevin R. Powers, founder and director of the Woods College's M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance program, provided his insights in a recent panel discussion hosted by Diligent.
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Research Fellow Dr. James Burrell published in the Journal of Cyber Policy
M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy & Governance research fellow Dr. James Burrell published a guest editorial for the Journal of Cyber Policy. Dr. Burrell's "Special issue on domain name system (DNS)" sets the stage for a deep dive into the intricate world of DNS.
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Apple iPhone users warned about security concerns around iOS 17 update
Apple iPhone users are being warned about a new security concern in the latest software update. Woods College M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance Program Director Kevin Powers weighs in on 7 News Boston.
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MSCPG Research Fellow Simon Taylor publishes new book
M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy & Governance research fellow Simon Taylor published the best-selling book, "Averting the SaaS Data Apocalypse: The Role Data Protection will Play in the Battle To Save Our Digital Future." The book highlights the impact SaaS proliferation creates and how to manage, protect, and restore critical data before it's too late.
Taylor is the Founder & CEO at HYCU, the world's leading multi-cloud and SaaS backup and recovery software businesses.
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Human-plus-AI solutions mitigate security threats
With the right human oversight, emerging technologies like artificial intelligence can help keep business and customer data secure.
Kevin R. Powers, founder and director of the Woods College's M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance program, offers insight in the MIT Technology Review Insights report.
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How to prepare for a SOC 2 audit
Getting ready for one of the most demanding review processes in cybersecurity can be daunting, but experts say preparing for a SOC 2 audit can be an important part of a well-managed, year-round security program. Kevin R. Powers, founder and director of the Woods College's M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance program, commented for CSO Magazine.
M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy & Governance Program Director
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Kevin R. Powers, J.D.
As founder and director of the M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy & Governance program, Kevin draws on his 20 years of law enforcement, military, cyber and national security, privacy law, business, higher education, and teaching experience.
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Where do our students and graduates work?
Head of Cyber, Risk & Security, John Hancock Retirement Plan Services
Compliance Officer, State Street
Director of BlockChain Research, Fidelity
Special Agent, Federal Bureau of Investigation (F.B.I.)
Cybersecurity Research Scientist, MIT's Sloan School of Management
Cyber Sales Manager, Aberdeen Standard Investments
Vice President Information Technology, State Street
Associate Risk Analyst, Steward Healthcare
Associate Compliance Analyst, National Grid
Demand Generation Manager, QRadar Security Intelligence Platform at IBM
Cyber Policy Engineer, Secure and Assured Systems Department, Draper Labs
Information Security Analyst, Visa
Our Faculty
Meet Our Faculty
We've convened today’s top cybersecurity leaders in government, industry, and academia to shape a safer cybersphere for today and into the future.
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Spring 2025 Course Offerings
These listings are informational only. For a current listing of M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance courses, including closed or canceled courses, please visit the Course Information and Schedule system and use the prefix "ADCY".
Sampling of Courses
International Cybersecurity
Cyber Investigations & Digital Forensics
Privacy Law & Data Protection
Managing Cyber Risk: Mobile Devices & Social Networking
Establishing the Business Case & Resource Allocation
Security in the Cloud; Role of Intelligence: Enabling Proactive Security
Applied Research Project
Cybersecurity: Risk Management & Resiliency
Innovation and Technology Development
Students may take up to two (2) of the four (4) online Data Analytics courses offered via the MS in Applied Economics Program at Boston College.
- Design, develop, and implement cybersecurity and crisis management strategies that defend against, mitigate, and ensure recovery from cyber attack.
- Develop and present the most cogent case for cybersecurity investment to senior executives, boards of directors, and government officials.
- Cultivate and promote ethical principles that complement and advance company policies and government interests.
- Bridge the communication gap between information technology security professionals and key business and government stakeholders.
- Design, develop, and implement cyber risk assessment methodologies, best practice organizational models, sufficiency standards, and risk management options.
Industry-aligned
Financial Aid
We know that a BC education is a worthwhile but significant investment. We're committed to helping you affordably achieve your educational goals while treating each student and their family equitably. Financial aid and payment plans may be available for students taking a minimum of six credits across a semester.
Professional Development Opportunities
Boston College Continuing Education and M.S. in Cybersecurity Policy and Governance program offers two online, non-credit certificate programs in Cybersecurity Strategy and Data Privacy: GDPR & HIPAA.
Certificates may be applied towards the full MS degree program if admitted.
Hosted by Boston College and the FBI, the Boston Conference on Cyber Security is an annual forum for leaders in cybersecurity to come together and coordinate their efforts toward a more secure cyberspace.