MS in Cyber Security Engineering

MS in Cyber Security Engineering

Gain globally respected cyber expertise that’s hands-on, strategic, and built for tomorrow’s threats.

Gain globally respected cyber expertise that’s hands-on, strategic, and built for tomorrow’s threats.

Application deadline

Application deadline

30th June, 2026

30th June, 2026

Top 50

Best Colleges in USA (WSJ 2025)

#5

Best Masters in Cyber Security

25

Seats per
Cohort

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Inviting applications for USD's online cohort — Fall 2026

Inviting applications for USD's online cohort — Fall 2026

1st Sept, 2026

Starts from

24 months

Duration

Guided Online

Format

Live Sessions

Weekly with Faculty & Experts

Applications will close post selection of a limited batch size of 25 applicants.

Globally Leading Master's in Cyber security

Top 50

Top 50

Best College in USA

Best College in
USA

#5

#5

Best Masters in Cyber Security

Best Masters in
Cyber Security

Designed by Leading Innovators and Educators

Designed by Leading Innovators and Educators

University of San Diego faculty bring deep tech expertise to the online programs, guided by an elite advisory boards of Silicon Valley veterans, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders. The curriculum is refreshed annually to align with evolving industry demands.

  • Chell Roberts, PhD

    Dean, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

    Designed an award-winning, real-world-focused engineering curriculum.

  • Imane Khalil, PhD

    Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Professor, Mechanical Engineering

    Led structural analysis for NASA’s Mars rover Curiosity.

  • Nahid Farhady, PhD

    Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft

    Ex-cybersecurity head at Google Cloud

  • Brad Lunn

    Managing Director, Gerenal Atomics

    Leads cybersecurity initiatives for General Atomics

  • Haydar Majeed, MS

    Academic Director, Professor of Practice

    Award-winning contractor for the US Department of Defense.

Chell Roberts, PhD

Dean, Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

Designed an award-winning, real-world-focused engineering curriculum.

Imane Khalil, PhD

Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Led structural analysis for NASA’s Mars rover Curiosity.

Nahid Farhady, PhD

Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft

Ex-cybersecurity head at Google Cloud

Haydar Majeed, MS

Academic Director, Professor of Practice

Award-winning contractor for the US Department of Defense.

Brad Lunn

Managing Director, Gerenal Atomics

Leads cybersecurity initiatives for General Atomics

Eric Colson

DS & ML Advisor, Activation Fund

Former VP of Data Science & Engineering, Netflix

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Past Graduates Who Now Lead Change

Past Graduates Who Now Lead Change

Stephanie Kass
MS-CSE Online Student

Where Our Alumni & Students Work

Where Our Alumni &
Students Work

Curriculum Design

Curriculum Design

At USD Online, your learning experience is built by nationally recognized instructional designers. Our Learning Design Center (LDC) develops every course using a backward design model to ensure clear outcomes, real-world application, and engaging, interactive content.

Self-paced lectures by University of San Diego Faculty

Monthly Live Sessions with Industry experts/faculty  available in India time

Work on Real World projects

A comprehensive Capstone Project

Beyond Online: Your Exclusive USD Experience

Beyond Online: Your Exclusive USD Experience

Optional Campus Immersion

Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

Spend two enriching weeks on the San Diego campus, interacting 1 on 1 with program directors, engaging directly with faculty, and networking with industry leaders in an intimate, high-impact setting.

Live the campus life while gaining global exposure.

Prestigious Convocation Ceremony

Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering

As an online graduate, you’ll have the exclusive (and optional) opportunity to walk the stage at USD’s renowned convocation.

Celebrate your achievement alongside fellow graduates in a moment that marks the start of your leadership journey.

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Haydar Majeed

Haydar Majeed

Academic Director and Professor of Practice

Academic Director and Professor of Practice

USD, Master's in Cybersecurity Engineering

USD, Master's in Cybersecurity Engineering

Dr. Haydar Majeed is an internationally recognized cybersecurity and emerging technologies expert with over 15 years of experience driving innovation in Cybersecurity, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence. As an award-winning intelligence contractor for the U.S. military, Prof. Majeed has leveraged his technical acumen to support critical overseas missions.


His global certifications include C|CISO, CISM, CISA, and ISO/IEC Certified Lead Auditor.

Dr. Haydar Majeed is an internationally recognized cybersecurity and emerging technologies expert with over 15 years of experience driving innovation in Cybersecurity, Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence. As an award-winning intelligence contractor for the U.S. military, Prof. Majeed has leveraged his technical acumen to support critical overseas missions.


His global certifications include C|CISO, CISM, CISA, and ISO/IEC Certified Lead Auditor.

Past Credentials

  • Sr. Security Consultant, Booz Allen Hamilton International

  • Chief Information Security Officer, (CISO) CRIPTIQ

  • Contractor, United States Government

Program Fee

Program Fee

20 lakhs

INR  14,99,000 (Tax incl.)

INR 10.99 Lakhs
(Tax incl.)

Flexible payment plans available for 100% fee financing.

Education loans can be availed as per eligibility.

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Where Purpose meets Progress

USD develops not only accomplished professionals but also responsible leaders committed to advancing global progress. Through rigorous academics and mission-driven training, students discover their purpose and develop the capabilities to influence society at every level.

  • Jim Parsons

    Actor, Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Winner

  • Jim Parsons

    Actor, Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Winner

  • Jim Parsons

    Actor, Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Winner

  • Jim Parsons

    Actor, Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Winner

  • Jim Parsons

    Actor, Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Winner

  • Jim Parsons

    Actor, Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Winner

  • Jim Parsons

    Actor, Primetime Emmy and Golden Globe Winner

Refer & Earn

Refer & Earn

Refer & Earn

₹24,000!

₹24,000!

₹24,000!

Share our reward-winning Master's and claim your reward.

Share our reward-winning Master's and claim your reward.

Share our reward-winning Master's and claim your reward.

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Early applications are encouraged. Seats are limited.

Early registrations are encouraged.
Seats fill up quickly.

To ensure rich faculty interaction and peer learning, USD Online keeps every cohort small and high-caliber.
Apply early to secure your place before the batch fills.

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Ranked in the Top 50

Best Colleges in the US

Ranked in the Top 50

Best Colleges in the US

(Wall Street Journal Annual Ranking 2025)

(Wall Street Journal Annual

Ranking 2025)

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