Virginia was named No. 1 State for Business by CNBC in 2021 and Arlington was named one of the best cities to live in by Niche.com. Arlington is also the most educated city in the country according to Forbes (2023).
The U.S. has a high need for cybersecurity professionals. There are 2,000 senior and mid-level positions and 25,000 entry-level positions currently unfilled (TechGenix, 2022). Due to security clearance requirements, domestic students have opportunities in government and Department of Defense positions.
40% of graduates across Align programs are employed by the most competitive tech companies in the country after graduation, and Khoury cybersecurity graduates get jobs right away in their field of expertise.
#1 ranking—again—for co-ops and internships in 2023 (U.S. News & World Report)
3.5 million job openings in the cybersecurity field are projected through 2025 (Cybercrime Magazine, 2023), and 63% of surveyed enterprises have unfilled cybersecurity jobs (State of Cybersecurity 2022, ISACA).
Thinking about a career in cybersecurity but don’t have a technical background? The Align Master of Science in Cybersecurity at Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences is proven to deliver strong career outcomes. Start your new career in tech in just 2.5–3 years.
Build an interdisciplinary foundation in law, forensics, criminology, social sciences, policy, and management to break down industry silos.
Besides paid co-op placements, you may be eligible for additional financial support such as Federal Student Aid, teaching assistant and tutor positions, and scholarships.
#1 ranking for co-ops and internships in 2023 (U.S. News & World Report)
The global workforce gap for cybersecurity professionals has grown twice as much as the workforce, with a 26.2% year-over-year surge. (ISC)² Cybersecurity Workforce Study, 2022
