Ranked Among the Top 10 Best Online Master’s in Cybersecurity Degrees by Fortune®
Ranked Among the Top 10 Best Online Master’s in Cybersecurity Degrees by Fortune®

Master’s Degrees for Future Cyber Security Leaders

EC-Council University’s (ECCU) online Master of Science in Cyber Security programs give you the expertise and acumen needed to achieve career success at the highest level. Learn from cyber security experts at your own pace, earn multiple industry-recognized certifications, gain a prestigious master’s degree, and enhance your reputation as a future-ready cyber security leader.

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Your Choice of 5 Cutting-Edge Cyber Security Specializations

Security Analyst

Security Analyst

By selecting this specialization, you will learn how to effectively identify and mitigate security risks to an organization’s IT infrastructure. The curriculum will make you adept at conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing per industry-accepted protocols, including authentication, authorization, and encryption.

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Cloud Security Architect

This specialization’s curriculum equips you with the know-how to defend enterprise cloud architecture from sophisticated cyberattacks. You will learn to fulfill an organization’s cloud security infrastructure requirements through constant analysis, reconfiguration, testing, implementation, maintenance, and technical support.

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Cloud Security Architect
Digital Forensics

Digital Forensics

You will gain expertise in various aspects of digital forensics, including investigating network intrusions and mobile forensics, throughout this specialization’s curriculum. Position yourself to meet the strong industry demand for digital forensic investigators, particularly in leading incident response teams.

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Incident Management and Business Continuity

This specialization’s curriculum shows you how to handle and respond to security violation incidents, identify vulnerabilities, and take appropriate countermeasures to prevent information failure risks. You will receive immersive training on incident handling, disaster recovery, business continuity, and more.

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Incident Management and Business Continuity
Executive Leadership in Information Assurance

Executive Leadership in Information Assurance

The executive leadership specialization empowers your understanding of global leadership concepts through a curriculum that combines all the elements required to become a C-Level IT security decision-maker. It serves as your roadmap towards assuming the role of CISO (and even CTO) at large corporations.

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Become a Master of Modern-Day Cyber Security

Access a robust learning framework when you join the masters in cyber security program.

5 Specialization Options

Each specialization offers a deep dive into the field of interest that aligns with your cyber security career goals.

8 Foundational Courses

Courses that are designed to elevate your business knowledge, leadership abilities, and critical thinking skills.

3 Specialization Courses

In-depth courses that focus on key disciplines of the cyber security specialization you decide to study.

1 Capstone Project

The summation of your learning journey where you test your newly-acquired cyber security knowledge and skills.

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Acquire Cyber Security Skills That Set You Apart

Masters in cybersecurity is your springboard for career advancement, enabling you to go beyond theoretical knowledge by applying what you learn in real-world environments.

Technical Strategies

Technical Strategies

Strategically implement advanced cyber security tools and techniques.

Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Hone your ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and deploy cyber security solutions.

Security Analysis

Security Analysis

Identify cyber vulnerabilities and detect security risks preemptively.

Research & Communication

Research & Communication

Understand the best practices for research, technical writing, and business communications.

Ethical Standards

Ethical Standards

Learn how to maintain the highest standards of cyber security ethics.

Leadership & Decision Making

Leadership & Decision Making

Sharpen your decision-making and leadership abilities in high pressure scenarios.

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Accreditations and Recognitions

NC SARA
ciqg
Ace
DEAC

Key Benefits of Studying at ECCU 

Earning Potential 

Give your career a powerful competitive edge – 1 out of 2 program graduates have secured cyber security jobs paying more than $100,000*.

Advanced Skills 

Upskill to stay ahead of the curve. Learn from industry experts and get hands-on practice with the latest cyber security tools in virtual lab environments.

Industry Certifications

Get in-demand cyber security certifications that showcase your skills and expertise to potential employers and land your dream cyber security job.

Flexible Learning

Study online, anytime, from anywhere*. Strike the perfect balance between your job responsibilities, personal life, and learning requirements.

Affordable Education 

Utilize scholarships and flexible credit transfer options to save time and finances while pursuing your cyber security master’s degree at ECCU.

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From Learning to Leading - Your Roadmap to Success

01

Application

Submit the application form along with relevant documents for this online cyber security master’s degree.

02

Evaluation

The Admissions Team evaluates your documents, transcripts, and diplomas to determine eligibility.

03

Registration

Sign the official Student Enrollment Agreement after paying the tuition fee.

04

Orientation

Attend an online orientation session that guides you through the program.

05

Program Completion

Clear the final exams of each course, accompanying assessment, and the Capstone project to acquire credits.

06

Cyber Security Certifications

Earn up to 4 industry-recognized EC-Council certifications. 

07

Graduation Ceremony

Graduate with your master’s degree in cybersecurity.

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Career Guidance

Get expert career guidance and resume-building assistance from ECCU.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I do with a master’s degree in cyber security?

A master’s degree in cyber security solidifies your credentials as a skilled cyber security professional and opens doors to executive-level positions in leading organizations. EC-Council University’s Master of Science in Cyber Security degree is designed to help you achieve cyber security job roles like Vulnerability Analyst, Risk Manager, Information Security Analyst, Cyber Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, Information Security Manager, Cloud Security Architect, Chief Information Security Officer, and many others.

With the demand for qualified cyber security professionals increasing exponentially year-over-year, employers offer competitive salaries to candidates with the requisite skill set. The average annual salary for a cyber security professional in the U.S. is $132,962 as of January 2025 (According to ZipRecruiter.com).

You can select from five specialization choices in the Master of Science in Cyber Security program:


1. Security Analyst


2. Cloud Security Architect


3. Digital Forensics


4. Incident Management and Cyber Operations


5. Executive Leadership in Information Assurance

You should pursue a master’s degree in cyber security if your career goal is to become a cyber security leader. With EC-Council University’s Master of Science in Cyber Security program, you can choose from five specialization options (Security Analyst, Cloud Security Architect, Digital Forensics, Incident Management and Business Continuity, and Executive Leadership in Information Assurance) that lead to high-paying cyber security leadership roles like:



Information Security Manager Specialist


Information Security Auditor


Risk Manager


Vulnerability Analyst


Information Security Analyst


Penetration Tester


Computer Network Defender


Cyber Security Defense Analyst


Information Security (IS) Director


Information Assurance (IA) Manager


IT Project Manager


Application Security Engineer/Manager


Enterprise Security Architect


Network Security Architect


Research & Development Specialist

Aspiring learners who meet the following criteria are eligible to join the Master of Science in Cyber Security program:

Applicants who have earned their bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent from an appropriately accredited institution that is listed in the International Handbook of Universities, certified by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
International applicants must have proof of English proficiency (see the section on English requirements for international students here:https://www.eccu.edu/student-services/admission/)

In contrast to an individual cyber security certification, a master’s degree covers a much broader range of topics and provides deeper insights into cyber security specializations. However, EC-Council University’s Master of Science in Cyber Security program offers you the best of both worlds. You can earn up to 4 of the following cyber security certifications along with your master’s degree in cyber security:

Certified Network Defender (CND)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
Certified Penetration Testing Professional (CPENT)
Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO)
EC-Council Disaster Recovery Professional (EDRP)
EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH)
EC-Council Information Security Manager (EISM)

The Master of Science in Cyber Security program spans 2 years. It consists of 12 courses, with each course segmented into 10-week terms. The program covers a total of 36 semester credit hours.

Upon successful completion of the Master of Science in Cyber Security program, you will gain a multitude of career opportunities for high-paying cyber security job roles like:

Information Security Auditor
Information Security Manager/Specialist
Risk Manager
Vulnerability Analyst
Information Security Analyst
Penetration Tester
Security Architect
Computer Network Defender
Cyber security Defense Analyst
Information Security (IS) Director
Information Assurance (IA) Program Manager
IT Project Manager
Application Security Engineer/Manager
Enterprise Architect
Security Architect

Students are evaluated by participating in discussion threads, assignments, lab assessments and reports, final examinations, papers, final course projects, and capstone project.

Learners who want to attend EC-Council University must submit a complete application package including:

A list of all prior institutions attended with the application fee.
A signed copy of the Student Enrollment Agreement (SEA).
Official transcripts for evaluation of transfer credits.
A copy of unofficial transcripts may be submitted for provisional admission.
An official copy of transcripts must be submitted for full admission.
(Refer to our catalog for more details:
https://edm-image.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ECCU/catalog/EC-Council-University-catalog.pdf )

You will be notified via post, phone, or email by the EC-Council University administration department regarding your admission status.

Here’s the format of the education system followed at EC-Council University:
• All courses are offered in a 10-week term via our online LMS portal.


• To be considered a full-time student, graduate students must take two courses per term, and undergraduate students must take three courses per term.


• Students opting for fewer courses per term will be considered part-time.


• All degree requirements must be completed within one and a half times the program duration (3 years), with a minimum course completion rate of 67%.

Grading system:


• All credits awarded by EC-Council University are semester hour credits.


• Credits are awarded only upon successfully completing a course or project requirements.


• Students will graduate with honors if they have a cumulative GPA of:

1. Cum Laude – for grade point averages of 3.75 through 3.84


2. Magna Cum Laude – for grade point averages of 3.85 through 3.94


3. Summa Cum Laude – for grade point averages of 3.95 and above

The fee structure of the Master of Science in Cyber Security program is as follows:

  • Tuition: $540 per credit hour
  • Application fee: $65
  • Technology fee: $50 per term
  • Graduation fee: $400
  • Labs fee: $50 per certification course
  • Transcript fee: $15 + shipping*
  • Transcript with apostille: $35 + shipping*
  • Specialization in Security Analyst exam fee: $799
  • Specialization in Executive Leadership in Information Assurance exam fee: $999

Most textbooks are embedded digitally in courses. Students may elect to purchase textbooks. Depending on the course choices students make, they can expect to spend between $250 and $900 on textbooks.

Students must have all financial obligations met prior to transcripts being released. ECCU reserves the right to withhold transcripts and other similar documents when students have unmet obligations to ECCU.

EC-Council University accepts credit card payments through our student portal. Students can also make payments via PayPal. Please contact [email protected] for further information.

Yes, we provide direct tuition assistance via the following scholarship programs:

U.S. Community College and Associate Initiative Scholarship: This scholarship is for new U.S. students who have an associate degree or are transferring to ECCU from a U.S. community college or a 2-year technical school. (Learn more)

Cyber Challenge Scholarship: Participate in EC-Council University’s Cyber Challenge to win a scholarship worth $200. (Learn more)

The Cyber Security Dean’s Scholarship: A cyber security scholarship that covers up to 10% of the program tuition for eligible applicants. (Learn more)

Cybersecurity Veteran’s Scholarship: A financial assistance program for U.S. military veterans to help them start a new career in cyber security. (Learn more)

New Mexico Scholarship: Designed to provide tuition assistance to undergraduate and graduate students who are residents of New Mexico, USA. (Learn more)

President’s Scholarship for Women in Cybersecurity: A scholarship of up to $2,500 awarded to women who seek a bachelor’s or master’s degree from ECCU. (Learn more)

While we do not directly assist in obtaining educational loans, we offer a monthly payment plan that divides tuition fees into three equal payments. The initial payment is paid before the program starts, and the two subsequent payments are due mid-month (15th) in the first and second months of the first term. This payment plan is interest-free.

Course withdrawal dates vary depending on the duration of the course.


Once the Course Drop Period has passed, students can withdraw from a course after 60% of the course duration has elapsed.


A student who withdraws from all courses will be withdrawn from the university and will be subjected to our refund policy as described in the University Catalog (link below).


Anticipated graduation dates may be adjusted for students withdrawing from registered courses during a term. A student who withdraws from a course will no longer be allowed to continue with the course.


Within the withdrawal period, students will get a withdrawal grade (W) on their transcripts for classes from which they have been withdrawn. See the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy to understand the impact of withdrawing from one or more courses.


Tuition will continue to reflect the tuition billed at the close of the Course Drop Period. Once 60% of the course duration has passed, the student will receive a failing grade (FD) on their transcript for any classes from which they have been withdrawn. See the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy to understand the impacts of withdrawing from one or more courses.


The tuition segment reflects the tuition billed at the close of the Course Drop Period. To meet program completion requirements, a student must register for any failed or withdrawn courses in a future term, which may also impact the anticipated graduation date.


Anticipated graduation dates may be adjusted for students withdrawing from registered courses during a term.


Students who fail to notify the university that they have stopped attending and wish to withdraw from a class are still scheduled in the class. Students who do not attend for 21 days will be administratively withdrawn per the Attendance Policy.


Refer to our University Catalog for more details:


https://edm-image.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/ECCU/catalog/EC-Council-University-catalog.pdf

The course structure of the Master of Science in Cyber Security program is presented over 10-week terms and consists of assigned readings, threaded discussions, case studies, written analysis, research projects, and examinations.


Students must ideally spend 10-12 hours of study a week to complete the coursework.


We encourage regularly attending the student-faculty online interaction sessions.


Online live sessions provide opportunities for interaction and engagement regarding course content.


The entire syllabus is graded on the basis of grading rubrics of the cyber security master’s degree. The course requirements, expectations, and timelines stated in the ECCU Learning Management System keep students informed of their course progress.

EC-Council University’s internships and capstone projects allow you to apply your academic knowledge in real-world workplace environments. Under the aegis of EC-Council University, students can identify internship opportunities in their local area through networking activities of the university, corporate partners, and student initiatives.