The M.S. in Information Technology with a focus in Cybersecurity is a theory-to-practice master’s-level program that prepares you to meet the growing need for highly qualified technology managers and leaders. You’ll gain technology, strategy and communication skills, alongside a holistic understanding of the technical and non-technical aspects of cybersecurity.

As an IT professional building and maintaining the integrity of systems and processes, you are an indispensable driving force of connectivity. With Franklin’s M.S. in Information Technology with a focus in Cybersecurity, you’ll build on technology fundamentals and gain holistic knowledge of cybersecurity to prepare for specialized roles including information security analyst, cybersecurity engineer and security administrator.

With an M.S. in Information Technology with a focus in Cybersecurity, you'll gain IT expertise through courses in network security, database management, information systems management, website development, and IT strategy and policy, alongside a holistic understanding of cybersecurity through courses that span technical and non-technical topics including risk management, network security and ethical hacking. 

Building on the core principles of a master’s-level information technology program, the cybersecurity focus enables you to customize your degree to your career aspirations.  

Franklin’s  M.S. in Information Technology with a focus in Cybersecurity is a 16-month, 100% online program that integrates technical and non-technical courses that enable you to grow your technology skills while broadening your perspective of technology’s role in security. Franklin’s program also provides the opportunity for you to build the communication skills to boost your professional skillset. Students rate our program as top-notch for the real-world expertise faculty are able to bring to the coursework, as well as the support resources the university provides to students. 

Choose from three start dates each year – fall (August), spring (January) or summer (May).

Franklin University offers a quality education at a competitive cost so you can afford to invest in your future. Our per credit hour tuition rates (vs. per year or per term rates) enable you to get a realistic estimate of exactly how much your degree will cost. Our 2024-2025 tuition rate is $670 per credit hour. Use Franklin’s free MyCost Estimator to get a personalized estimate of your total degree cost. If you have any questions, ask our helpful staff about available financing options and financial aid programs.

Franklin's master's degree programs are specifically designed for busy, working adults -- that means you could finish your M.S. in Information Technology degree with a focus in Cybersecurity in as few as 16 months.