As computer systems and the Internet of Things become an essential part of everyday lives, protecting their security and privacy is a top priority. In our interconnected world, cyberattacks can affect businesses and communities all over the world, and cybersecurity engineers are the ones defending our rapidly changing digital frontier. Cybersecurity engineers design hardened systems, build secure applications and networks, analyze data breaches and identify vulnerabilities in cyberspace, confronting emerging threats and driving technological innovation. Are you ready to make a difference as a cybersecurity engineer?
UD Cybersecurity Engineering graduates are in high demand as the cybersecurity industry rapidly grows every year. Most graduates pursue exciting careers in the private sector, including technology companies, banking institutions, and telecommunication providers, as well as government agencies, research centers, and the defense industry. Alternatively, cybersecurity engineering graduates choose to pursue graduate education, including master’s or Ph.D. degrees, as well as attend business, medical or law schools. Students who earn advanced degrees in engineering usually advance into leadership positions within their discipline, or pursue a career in advanced research in industry or academia.
CAREER OPTIONS
Digital Forensics & Malware Analysis Engineer
Cryptography Engineer
Hardware Security Engineer
Penetration Tester
Information Security Officer
Security Analyst
Security Operations Officer
Mobile Security Officer
Incident Response & Threat Intelligence Engineer
Security Program Manager
Application Security Engineer
Offensive Security Engineer
Cyber infrastructure Engineer
Cryptocurrency Expert
Cloud Security Engineer
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
Cybersecurity Offense & Defense
Hardware Design Security Advanced Computer Design & Architecture
High Performance & Cloud Computing
Data Sciences & Machine Learning
Cyberphysical Systems & Robotics
Enterprise Risk Management MBA, Law & Medical School
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
February 2025
College of Engineering
102 Du Pont Hall,
NEWARK,
Delaware,
19716, United States
Applicants to the University must be graduates of accredited secondary schools or have equivalent credentials. Specifically, for post-secondary, degree-seeking programs, we consider for admission students who
English proficiency test scores:
Direct Admission
Academic Transitions Pathway
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
UD students study high-ranking, research-intensive programs supported by over 275 years of academic heritage, joining a distinguished alumni network