Cybersecurity

Master of Science

Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media

MSArtificial Intelligence and ComputingDigital FluencyEquity & InclusionIn-Person or Online

Ranked a Top Cybersecurity Master's Program by Fortune (2025)

The MS in Cybersecurity is intended for students who wish to specialize in the security aspects of the Information Technology field. This program educates professionals for the fast growing and wide ranging information security and cybersecurity markets by providing foundations in the theory of information security as well as knowledge needed to properly design, implement, and manage secured IT infrastructure and risks in an enterprise. Common career areas include Computer Forensics, Incident Response, Network Security Administration, Risk Assessment, and Web Development.
 

For international students: this is a STEM-designated program, which can qualify you to extend your post-graduation stay in the United States.

Concentrations and Degree Requirements

  • Artificial Intelligence Engineering

  • Networking and Infrastructure

  • Computer Security

  • Governance, Risk Management and Compliance

Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

  • Identify the information security services provided by "Confidentiality," "Integrity," and "Availability" (CIA).
  • Develop a security awareness program adapted to the different stakeholder of an enterprise.
  • Evaluate sets of security controls to enforce security policies.
  • Select appropriate tools and methods to conduct a proper incident response and forensic investigation in an enterprise environment."
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Designated Center of Academic Excellence
DePaul has been designated a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency. The designation indicates that we are helping to reduce threats to our national infrastructure by promoting higher education and research in cyber defense as well as providing the nation with a pipeline of qualified cybersecurity professionals.
Admission and Aid

Visit the Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media’s Graduate Admission Office page for additional information, FAQs, to schedule an appointment with an admissions officer and more.

Admission Requirements
Get information about the application deadlines and specific materials required for admission to this program.
Scholarships and Aid
We offer scholarships to incoming CDM graduate students. Learn more about those and other aid opportunities, including assistantships and funded research opportunities.
Graduate Ambassadors
Graduate Ambassadors
Get a current student’s perspective. Graduate Ambassadors are available to answer questions about DePaul, the program’s curriculum, and, most importantly, their personal experience.
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CyberLabs
In our new CyberLabs, access a real-time command center equipped with two 3×3 video walls, or run more than 1,500 virtual machines that can simulate full-scale industries, threat scenarios, and networked systems at enterprise scale.
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Security Daemons
DePaul’s cybersecurity team, the Security Daemons, participate in many Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions throughout the year, and compete annually in the National Collegiate Cyber Defence Competition. 
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DaemonCon
This annual event held on our Loop Campus brings together students, alumni, faculty, and industry pros to explore the latest trends, threats, and innovations in the digital security industry.
Faculty

At the School of Computing, you’ll connect personally with faculty while collaborating on research and projects that advance the field.

DePaul CDM Faculty Jean-Philippe Labruyere
Jean-Philippe Labruyere
Sr. Professional Lecturer
DePaul CDM Faculty Corin Pitcher
Corin Pitcher
Associate Professor
DePaul CDM Faculty Filipo Sharevski
Filipo Sharevski
Associate Professor
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