Masters Programs

Master the Art of Cyber Defense

Earn your M.Sc. in Cyber Security online and become the shield every modern organization needs. Learn to protect, prevent, and respond to real-world cyber threats with hands-on labs and expert mentorship.

24
Months
100%
Online
25+
Internship

Start Your Cyber Security Journey

Program Benefits

Cyber Security is the frontline of the digital age — protecting sensitive data, national infrastructure, business systems, and people from digital threats, fraud, and attacks.

Understand security frameworks

Prevent cybercrime and respond to attacks

Build real-time security systems and strategies

Become job-ready for roles across defense, IT

PhD Program Overview

Program Highlights

Key features that make our Cyber Security program exceptional and industry-leading.

100% Online Learning with Flexible Schedule

Curriculum Aligned with Global Security Certifications

12+ Cyber Labs & Real-World Simulations

Case Studies on Real Attacks

Internship + Capstone + Thesis Included

Global Career Support + Resume Help

Who Should Apply?

A structured roadmap to transform your academic aspirations into reality

1

Graduates with 50%+ in B.Sc, BCA, B.Tech, or equivalent

2

IT professionals looking to specialize in security

3

Network/system admins aiming to upskill

4

Students interested in ethical hacking or cyber law

Tools Covered

TensorFlow
Tableau
Statsmodels
spaCy
Seaborn
Scrapy
Scikit-learn
Power BI
Pandas
OpenCV

Course Curriculum

What you'll Learn:

- Protect confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
- Use multiple security layers like firewalls and encryption.
- Train users to recognize phishing and social engineering.
- Defend against malware, network attacks, and insider threats.
- Continuously assess risks and adapt to new challenges.

- Use firewalls and IDS/IPS to filter and monitor network traffic.
- Implement access controls like NAC and VPNs for secure connections.
- Segment networks to limit breach impact and isolate systems.
- Secure wireless networks with WPA3 encryption and access point management.

- Use symmetric encryption (AES) for fast data encryption and asymmetric encryption (RSA) for secure key exchange.
- Apply cryptographic hash functions (SHA-256) to verify data integrity and authenticity.
- Implement digital signatures and certificates for authentication and non-repudiation.
- Manage encryption keys securely through proper generation, distribution, and rotation practices.

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Sample Projects You’ll Work On

  • 1. Simulated ransomware attack investigation
  • 2. Real-world penetration testing on test servers
  • 3. Cloud access control system design
  • 4. Create secure communication protocols using Python
  • 5. Forensic analysis of stolen data breach case
  • 6. Build a custom firewall rulebook
Kali Linux, Wireshark
Metasploit, Cisco Packet Tracer
Nmap, Splunk, Security Information
Snort, Burp Suite, Event
Nessus, OWASP ZAP
Python for Security
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Cyber Security Admission Program

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Learning Outcomes

After graduation, you’ll be able to:

Identify and eliminate network

Conduct digital forensics investigations

Set up and manage firewalls, IDS, and SOC frameworks

Perform penetration testing and ethical hacking

Understand legal frameworks in cybersecurity

Secure data across cloud and hybrid environments

Career Outcomes

Discover the comprehensive support and exceptional resources that make our Business Analytics program the perfect choice for your academic and research journey.

Cyber Security Analyst

Ethical Hacker / Penetration Tester

SOC Analyst

Security Engineer

Cyber Forensics Investigator

Information Security Manager

Admission Procedure

1

Apply Online

Submit your application and details

2

Fee Payment

Pay for the semester or full program

3

Document Upload

Submit transcripts, ID, and certificates

4

Get Enrolled

Receive offer letter + LMS access

Ready to Begin?

Take the first step towards your Cyber Security journey today

Students Journey With Us

Thousands of learners from across the globe have transformed their careers through our programs. Here's what our NextSkillEdge candidates say about their academic journey with us

Dr. Sarah Chen

Dr. Sara Bhatia

NextSkillEdge in Honorary Doctorates, Class of 2024

"The mentorship and unwavering support I received throughout my doctoral journey was truly exceptional."

Honorary Doctorates
ALUMNI CHOICE
Prof. James Wilson

Prof. Rahul Tewatia

NextSkillEdge in Master Programs, Class of 2022

"The collaborative research environment and state-of-the-art facilities were crucial for my breakthrough discoveries."

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TOP RESEARCHER
Dr. Elena Rodriguez

Neha Sharma

NextSkillEdge in Certification Programs, Class of 2024

"From day one, the program challenged me to think beyond conventional frameworks."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our PhD admission program

Yes, this is an industry-aligned and globally relevant master's degree in cyber security.

Absolutely! You’ll work on over 12 cyber labs and live projects.

Yes. The flexible online model is designed for working professionals.

Basic familiarity helps, but we’ll train you from the ground up.

Yes — you'll have internship experience, a capstone project, and a professional portfolio.