This on-campus Master of Science in Cyber Security Engineering (MS-CSE) program is offered through University of San Diego?s Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering. The program emphasizes ethics, applied and theoretical technical knowledge and skills, cross-domain learning and a mission-centric focus ? essential training for the information security practitioners (public or private) who protect the prosperity and safety of companies, communities and the nation. The information security graduate program is academically rigorous, focusing on the engineering aspects of software and hardware security.

The curriculum is designed by instructors with years of applied experience protecting national assets from the worst types of cyber threats. The curriculum is dynamic, timely and mission-focused.

The Master of Science in Cyber Security Engineering program is designed for professionals and bachelor-prepared students who want to effect positive change in engineering solutions to mitigate cyber security threats. Applicants come from varying backgrounds and fields including:

Who is the Master of Science in Cyber Security Engineering Program For?

  • traditional educational paths
  • the military
  • the intelligence community
  • industry
  • government
  • law
  • eCommerce
  • private and public safety agencies
  • technology industries