OpenFieldVirtual Cybersecurity Security Operations Center (SOC) Practicum
Twelve-week virtual work-integrated learning placement triaging enterprise SIEM alerts, vulnerability scans, and security incident ticketing for partner public agencies.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Completion of at least 15 credits in the MS Cybersecurity program.
- English language proficiency
- English proficiency.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Resume and faculty SOC supervisor endorsement.
- Recommendation letters
- Program director reference.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Paid virtual apprenticeship stipend of $1,800 monthly with enterprise cloud partners
- Application fee
- $0
- Tuition / joining costs
- Course credit tuition applies
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- May 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Colorado State University Global documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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