Meet the Program Director of MSCY

Discover the MSCY Experience at Northeastern

Are you thinking about a career in cybersecurity? Curious what it’s really like to be an MSCY student at Northeastern? Join us for an exclusive, interactive session with Professor Jose Sierra, Director of the Master of Science in Cybersecurity program — and get a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most hands-on cybersecurity degrees in the U.S.

In this virtual session, Professor Sierra will walk you through:

🔐 Real practical assignments from our core courses including:

• Password-Cracking Lab → Learn how attackers break weak passwords using tools like Hashcat and custom scripts.
• OWASP Juice Shop CTF → Practice hacking and defending web apps in a safe, gamified environment
• Burp Suite Web Testing → Intercept, analyze, and manipulate traffic to uncover vulnerabilities.
• Shodan & Censys Recon → Discover how cyber professionals scan the internet for exposed systems
• Firewall & Network Hardening → Configure iptables, secure servers, and build safer network environments.
• 🏆CTF (Capture the Flag) competitions — learn how MSCY students practice offensive and defensive cyber techniques in a fun, competitive environment.
• 🧩 The Capstone Project — hear how students solve real-world cyber challenges with industry partners.
• 🎓 Our Industry Certification Pilot — find out how MSCY students can earn industry-recognized certifications after completing their degree.

You’ll get an honest, up-close look at the tools, technologies, and learning environment that turn MSCY students into job-ready cybersecurity professionals.

Whether you're just exploring cybersecurity or already preparing your graduate school applications, this session will give you a clear picture of what life as a Northeastern MSCY student looks like — and why our graduates stand out.

Come with questions. Leave inspired.

Register now to receive the link to join.