Security of computer systems and networks is a major concern for organisations and individuals. The Master of Information Security and Digital Forensics addresses the need for professionals in this field. With the rapid expansion of the internet, cybercrime and malicious software deployments are on the increase. There is a need for security professionals who can protect assets and information by securing networks and computer systems. The Master of Information Security and Digital Forensics also develops skills in discovering and recording digital forensic evidence of crimes and malicious behaviour by extracting data from networks, hard drives, cell phones and other digital devices.

Career opportunities Computer forensic and security specialist Computer forensic technician Corporate and business IT forensic and security personnel Forensic analyst Forensic technology investigator Forensic computer examiner Forensic computing specialist Electronic forensic investigator Independent IT forensic consultants Information security specialist Information system auditors Members of computer emergency response teams Members of high technology police units Network and IT system administrators Software developers and architects