Master in Cyber Security

Program Overview

The Master of Cyber Security program at the Saudi Electronic University equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, preparing them for careers in the technology industry. The program requires 36 credit hours spread over 4 semesters and includes a Pre-Master program for non-specialists.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Cyber Security program at the Saudi Electronic University is designed to equip students with advanced knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, preparing them for careers in the highly competitive technology industry.

Objectives:

• Provide experts in the field of cybersecurity to contribute to the Kingdom's long-term plan of having experts in the field.
• Empower students with soft skills and values to effectively communicate and collaborate professionally, ethically, and legally.
• Ensure students' knowledge and skills align with state-of-the-art cybersecurity techniques.
• Keeping pace with the needs of the labor market and the Kingdom's 2030 vision.
• The need for qualified professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills in cybersecurity.

Program Objectives:

• Differentiate between various IT security models, their architecture, and associated risks.
• Identify network vulnerabilities and penetration methods, providing solutions to reduce breaches.
• Demonstrate knowledge and explain ethical and legal issues surrounding information security, including privacy and legitimacy.

Duration of Study:

• 4 semesters, 36 credit hours (12 courses).

Admission Requirements:

• Admission Requirements Master Program (click here).

Outline:

Structure:

• The program consists of 12 courses, each worth 3 credit hours, spread over 4 semesters.
• The program is offered in English only.

Course Schedule:

First Year (First Semester):

• CYS501: Research Methods in Computational Studies (3 credit hours)
• CYS507: Introduction to Cyber Security and Digital Crim (3 credit hours)
• CYS512: Cryptography Fundamentals (3 credit hours)

First Year (Second Semester):

• CYS564: Cyber Defense in Web Based Attacks (3 credit hours) - Prerequisite: CYS507
• CYS566: Securing Enterprise Infrastructure using Cyber Security Techniques (3 credit hours) - Prerequisite: CYS507
• CYS663: Digital Forensics and Investigations (3 credit hours) - Prerequisite: CYS507

Second Year (Third Semester):

• CYS613: Security Threats and Countermeasures in Complex Organizational Networks (3 credit hours) - Prerequisite: CYS564
• CYS642: Innovative Solutions in Software Security (3 credit hours) - Prerequisite: CYS566
• CYS645: Information Security Management, Legal and Ethical Issues (3 credit hours) - Prerequisite: CYS507

Second Year (Fourth Semester):

• CYS666: Advanced Principles of Cyber Security (3 credit hours) - Prerequisite: CYS566
• CYS683: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing (3 credit hours) - Prerequisite: CYS645

Careers:

• Project Manager
• Information Security Analyst
• Cyber Security Manager
• Cyber Security Analyst
• Information Security Manager
• Network Security Manager
• Network Security Analyst
• Educational and Academic field occupations in General and Higher Education Institutions

Other:

• The program includes a Pre-Master program for non-specialists who wish to enter the cybersecurity field.
• The Pre-Master program aims to provide students with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to join the Master of Cyber Security Program.
• The Pre-Master program is two semesters long and includes nine courses, each worth 3 credit hours.
• The Pre-Master program is offered in English.
• The program includes a Capstone Project in Cyber Security, which requires department approval.