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Master of Science in Engineering MSE, Profile Information and Cybersecurity (ICS)

The increasing interconnectedness and digitalization pose new risks and require specialized professionals to protect critical systems and data. With the MSE in Information and Cybersecurity (ICS), you can master these challenges and actively contribute to the security of the digital world.

  • Cyber Security Engineering: Design, implement, and audit secure systems and architectures.
  • Threat Detection & Response: Detect, analyze, and effectively defend against attacks and vulnerabilities.
  • Data Security & Privacy: Protect data and privacy according to legal requirements and best practices.
  • Security Management & Governance: Develop security strategies, manage risks, and ensure compliance.
Professional skills

With the MSE in Information and Cybersecurity (ICS), you will acquire in-depth knowledge and skills in the research, development, planning, specification, and design of robust security solutions and architectures. You will analyze complex systems for vulnerabilities, develop protective measures, and seamlessly integrate them into existing IT landscapes while adhering to relevant security standards, quality requirements, and regulatory provisions. You will master tools and methods for security analysis, monitoring, threat detection, and incident response. You will evaluate new security technologies and attack patterns and develop innovative defense strategies. You will make informed decisions considering technical, organizational, and legal frameworks.

In addition to technical skills, the MSE in ICS enhances and deepens your management competencies to effectively lead security teams and take responsibility for comprehensive security concepts and infrastructures.

Outline of profession

The Swiss ICT sector employs more than 210,000 people and is experiencing steadily growing demand for specialists in the field of Cyber Security. With the MSE in Information and Cybersecurity (ICS), you are ideally prepared for demanding technical and leadership roles. Possible roles include Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, Security Architect, Incident Responder, Security Consultant, or positions in Security Management. You will find employers in all service and industrial sectors, as well as in private and public organizations that need to protect their digital assets.

Further information and application

Discover more about studying the Information and Cybersecurity (ICS) profile here.

Individual specialisation in the profile Information and Cybersecurity (ICS)

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Degree Programmes

Computer Science and Information Technology
Master of Science in Engineering
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Telephone

+41 56 202 99 33 (undefined)

E-mail

mse.technik.informatik@fhnw.ch

Address

Klosterzelgstrasse 2 5210 Windisch

Room

1.031

Availability

Montag bis Donnerstag: 8.00 – 12.15 und 13.00 – 17.00 Uhr Freitag: 8.00 – 12.15 und 13.00 – 16.00 Uhr

Christopher Scherb

Prof. Dr. Christopher Scherb

Lecturer for Cyber Security

Telephone

+41 56 202 71 83 (undefined)

E-mail

christopher.scherb@fhnw.ch

Address

FHNW University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland School of Computer Science Bahnhofstrasse 6 CH-5210 Windisch

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