Information Security
Developing a strong information security program in today’s world is crucial and challenging for most organizations. In general, information security means protecting information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. Information security is essential because most organizations, including government agencies, hospitals, insurance companies, and private businesses, store various kinds of information about their employees and customers. If any business-related information is confidential, the security of that data becomes crucial. For example, if critical business data (e.g., credit card numbers, or design documents) is leaked to competitors or hackers, it could lead to loss of business, lawsuits, and even bankruptcy. Organizations also need to be able to comply by standards and laws, such as HIPPA, PCI and GLBA which help protect confidential and privacy of customer data.
This Information Security certificate program will touch upon various aspects of information security, including IT security policies and system security. Students may also learn about digital forensics to help in investigating a security breach, or obtain a good understanding of how information is stored in a database and what services are available to protect it. On completing the graduate certificate, the students will have sufficient skills in developing and implementing IT security in their organizations.
Prerequisites
Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution. Some courses may have additional prerequisites.
Certificate Locations
Online | Blended | Boston – Charles River Campus
Online Certificate Requirements
(Four courses/16 credits)
- CS 674 Database Security
- CS 684 IT Security Policies and Procedures
- CS 693 Digital Forensics and Investigations
- CS 695 Enterprise Information Security
Blended Certificate Requirements
(Choose Four courses/16 credits)
- CS 674 Database Security
- CS 684 IT Security Policies and Procedures
- CS 693 Digital Forensics and Investigations
- CS 695 Enterprise Information Security
- CS 703 Network Forensics
- CS 713 Advanced Forensics
Boston Charles River Campus Certificate Requirements
(Choose Four courses/16 credits)
- CS 599 Biometrics
- CS 674 Database Security
- CS 684 IT Security Policies and Procedures
- CS 690 Network Security
- CS 693 Digital Forensics and Investigations
- CS 695 Enterprise Information Security
- CS 703 Network Forensics
- CS 713 Advanced Forensics
- CS 789 Cryptography
- CS 799 Advanced Cryptography
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