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Graduate Assistantships in Cybersecurity

The M.S. in Cybersecurity program at Eastern Illinois University offers a limited number of graduate assistantships to qualified and competitive applicants. These positions provide valuable professional experience while supporting students financially during their graduate studies.

Graduate assistants are expected to serve in their role for at least one academic year, with many appointments continuing for up to two years while students complete the program.

Qualifications

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be fully admitted to the M.S. in Cybersecurity program
• Hold at least one of the following industry certifications
  • CCNA (Cisco)
  • CompTIA Security+
  • CISSP (ISC2)
  • CEH (EC-Council)
  • Applicants without these certifications may be considered if they have equivalent or relevant professional experience
• Successfully complete an oral exam (30 to 40 minutes) with a score of 75% or higher, administered by program faculty or the coordinator

Additional certifications and experience may strengthen an applicant’s competitiveness.

Timeline

Graduate assistantships are typically awarded for the academic year. Students often serve for up to two years while enrolled in the program. Availability varies based on departmental needs.

Contact 

For questions about assistantships or upcoming openings, please contact:

Rigoberto Chinchilla
Coordinator, Cybersecurity Master’s Program