MASTER OF SCIENCE IN CYBER SECURITY ENGINEERING
AT A GLANCE
Earn your master’s degree online in just 24 Months to position yourself for success.
Optional campus experiences available
Summer, Fall and Spring start dates.
Online
Program Length:
24 Months
Total Units:
36 Credits
EMIs as low as:
₹16,042
Next Term Starts:
May 6, 2025
Documentation Submission Date:
April 4, 2025
Focused Learning
Each subject lasts a total of seven weeks.
15-18
hours weekly are expected to complete coursework independently.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
USD’s Master of Science in Cyber Security Engineering (MS-CSE) delivers in-depth knowledge and skills needed by cyber security professionals. Focusing on the engineering aspects of software and hardware security, graduates will be prepared to tackle security challenges faced by businesses and communities. This program’s subjects focus on critical cyber security skills in applied cryptography, secure network engineering, security test engineering, and incident detection.
The MS-CSE program has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity by the U.S. federal government. Colleges and universities that receive this designation have met rigorous requirements and are recognized for a robust curriculum that is aligned with the NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework. Graduates of our CSE program will impress employers with their innovative cyber security ideas and with this degree from a U.S. university.
This is a completely asynchronous course and is not lecture based. Students are expected to do independent work on their own schedule, supplemented by the resources available to them in the online classroom and weekly live sessions led by faculty. Students should expect to dedicate 15-18 hours weekly per course to studying, seeking out supplemental study materials and completing assignments.
While enrolled in a program at a top-tier US university, all postgraduate students should expect a rigorous curriculum and be prepared to work independently, think critically, and have a high level of accountability. By design, this level of commitment will prepare students to excel in the modern-day workplace, which relies on independence and virtual connection.
What can I do with this degree?
Graduates from the Master of Science in Cyber Security Engineering program can work in high-demand, high-impact positions such as:
- Lead Cybersecurity Engineer
- Information Security Analyst
- Lead Cybersecurity Threat Hunter
- Lead Software Security Engineer
- Cybersecurity Architect
Our Master of Science in Cyber Security Engineering program is ideal for bachelor-prepared students who are currently working in a wide range of cybersecurity roles or aspiring to work as a security engineer. It is especially ideal for those with an engineering background who wish to effect positive change by developing and deploying engineering solutions to safeguard systems and networks, and mitigate cybersecurity threats. Anyone interested in gaining a deep understanding of cybersecurity engineering concepts, theories and threat mitigation strategies will benefit from this program, which is designed to be an invaluable asset for career advancement. Click here to access the MS CSE Program Readiness Resources.
Industry Insights
1 million
Cyber security professionals currently needed in India.
46%
of cybersecurity professionals contacted each week by recruiters, whether they are actively looking for work or not.
₹1.3 million+
The average annual salary of a cyber security professional in India
Sources: Cyberventures.com, Statistica.com, Talent.com
Program Outcomes
The program equips you with multi-dimensional skills in information security that will give you a competitive edge in today’s global cyber security landscape. After completing the program, you will be able to:
- Apply the core concepts and principles of cybersecurity and engineering to design and develop highly secure systems.
- Analyze a system to assess its overall security environment, including the security goals, policies, and threats, as well as deploy effective controls to minimize cyber security threats, while using resources and funds optimally.
- Assess the weaknesses, threats, and opportunities in digital systems, by leveraging skills including security testing, incident response and cyber forensics.
- Work within the guidance of legal principles and regulations as well as ethical thinking to make responsible cyber security related decisions in organizations.
Why choose USD?
When you study with USD online in India, you get the opportunity to learn from a top-ranked U.S. university without the costs or logistics associated with studying abroad. Our unique cyber security engineering curriculum is adapted from our on-campus program to better serve online learners in India – preparing you for the field both in India and internationally.
You will have 24/7 access to our virtual classroom and industry informed curriculum, taught by faculty with extensive academic and experience across engineering and technology domains to ensure that you are imparted practical knowledge aligned with industry standards.
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