Students and Alumni Stories

At Bay Path, we have been on the leading edge of cybersecurity education. Over a decade ago, we recognized the importance of providing practical, skilled, and team-focused cyber professionals. To date, we have graduated hundreds of students, and our alumni are working in organizations and companies such as:

• MassMutual;
• Travelers Insurance;
• Bay State Health;
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI);
• Voya Financial;
• Facebook;
• Raytheon;
• And ParagusIT to name a few.

At Bay Path, we are proud that our graduates are part of the cyber-professional workforce. Our efforts in this growing field are strongly tied to our mission to provide innovative, career-focused educational programs that evolve in response to our region's economic, cultural, and technological needs and beyond.

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“The engagement and support during the application process really set Bay Path apart,” Patrick shared. “My admissions counselor clearly explained timelines, requirements, and options, and Student Financial Services walked me through how to apply my GI Bill benefits. It was organized, efficient, and showed me early on that Bay Path is focused on enabling students.”  - Patrick Curry G'26 Read Patrick's Story >

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I chose this graduate program because my interest in cybersecurity has been lifelong, sparked by early curiosity about what was happening behind the screen and strengthened by the field’s constant evolution today. What truly set the program apart was its designation as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, which reassured me I’d be gaining rigorous, real-world skills that align with my long-term goals. Through hands-on learning, I’ve gained practical experience that carries into real conversations with business owners, helping me apply what I learn while making an impact. To anyone considering this program: go for it—the opportunity is real, what you don’t know can be learned, and there is absolutely a place for you in this field. - Tiffany Candelaria, '25, G'27

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"Once I decided that I had the time to pursue my master’s degree, I wanted a 100% online program for convenience purposes. I desired to obtain a degree that is current in today’s workforce and has high demand projected for the future, therefore cybersecurity was the perfect fit since I had IT experience. During the program, I enjoyed learning about digital forensics and greatly appreciated the hands-on learning involved with the courses. My internship at Paragus Strategic I.T. served as both an additional learning opportunity and provided networking opportunities that lead to my current job. Bay Path also offers WiCyS (women in cybersecurity student chapter) for even more networking opportunities. If anyone can find the time to take one course per session to advance their career, go for it!" - Danielle Thibodeau '20, G'23

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Jason Rossmeisl G'22 shares his experience in our MS in Cybersecurity degree program

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"The Cybersecurity program at Bay Path has made me gain newfound insight into the field. This industry is constantly evolving with new terminology and revolutionary advances in tools. The hands-on experience that all of the courses offer are entirely realistic and can be applied immediately. My career has benefited immensely from the program as I've already been promoted to a Security Analyst position and will be pursuing a lead role in the next few years." - Zeddymar Portorreal G'22

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"The Cybersecurity Management program at Bay Path will give me a holistic understanding of Cybersecurity with the applied knowledge to bring the tools necessary to secure information systems today and in the future. The faculty's level of experience has really resonated with me. Through our professor’s real-world experiences, they seamlessly bridge the gap between concept and application." - Anthony Martin, G'21

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Cybersecurity Students Steal the Show (By Protecting Your Data!)
Students Magen Pyers, Lauren Mendoza, and Julia Miller took the stage at the 7th annual Cybersecurity Summit talk to the audience about the MassCyberCenter at MassTech Collaborative Program, which pairs undergraduate and graduate-level Bay Path students with small to medium-sized Western Massachusetts based businesses for low-cost cybersecurity assessments. Read the full story here.

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I have a depth of understanding that mere experience couldn't give me and I anticipate management-level opportunities in the future.” - Cecil Davis, G'17

 

 

 

Please visit the MS in Cybersecurity program page to learn about the curriculum, faculty, program options, and more!