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Online Degrees

IS SECURITY


IS security specialists are information bodyguards.  As an information systems security specialist, you’ll be able to protect your company’s network from hackers, viruses, security breaches, identity theft schemes, and more.

IT managers often pursue online certificates and even masters’ degrees in IS security.  The average earnings for a computer systems manager are around $92,570, and a certificate or master’s degree in IS security will increase your value as an employee.  Possible career opportunities include:
  • IT manager
  • Computer systems analyst
  • Computer support specialist
  • IS security consultant
  • Chief technology officer

CISSP® Advanced Security Management

Villanova University Online

$2,980.00 Request Information

Secure your success on the CISSP® Certification Exam with the CISSP® Advanced Security Management course from Villanova University Online. Through Villanova University's unique online curriculum, you'll learn to lead in the warfare against everything from outright threats to the most complex cryptographic attacks. You'll also expand your expertise in both the theoretical and the applied aspects of information systems security. This course also includes 500 sample questions to help you practice for the CISSP® certification exam.

In the CISSP® Advanced Security Management course, you will cover topics such as Computer Crime Investigation Methods, Public Key Algorithms, Security Management Planning. You can also take this course as part of a Master Certificate package and save $745. This course can be used to earn ACE credit (recommendation 4 semester hours), or 60 PDUs, 6.0 CEUs for $2,980.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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Essentials of IS Security

Villanova University Online

$1,980.00 Request Information

Essentials of IS Security is geared towards both the experienced IS security professional and aspiring IS/IT managers. Cyber terrorism and hackers can be a major problem these days, so an understanding in how to protect your company's data and infrastructure is invaluable.

In the Essentials of IS Security course, you will cover topics such as How Attackers Use Hardware/Software to Sniff Traffic, Risk Identification, and Cryptography and Encryption. You can also take this course as part of a Master Certificate package and save $745. This course can be used to earn ACE credit (recommendation 3 semester hours), or 45 PDUs, 4.5 CEUs for $1,980.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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Master Certificate in CISSP® Security Management

Villanova University Online

$5,495.00 Request Information

Get the skills and qualifications you need to lead a team of IS security professionals by earning your Master Certificate in CISSP® Security Management. Through Villanova University's unique online curriculum, you'll learn to lead in the warfare against everything from outright threats to the most complex cryptographic attacks. You'll also expand your expertise in both the theoretical and the applied aspects of information systems security.

The Master Certificate in CISSP® Security Management consists of three required courses: Essentials of IS Security, Mastering IS Security, and CISSP® Advanced Security Management. Once finished, you can take the exam to earn your (ISC)® certification.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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Master Certificate in IS Security

Villanova University Online

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Learn all the ins and outs of fighting hackers and cyber terrorism with a Master Certificate in IS Security from Villanova University Online. You'll learn proper ways to safeguard data and company infrastructure, and how to deal with damage caused by unforseen attacks. Plus, you'll earn a prestigious credential from one of the nation's top universities!

The Master Certificate in IS Security can be completed by taking three courses: Essentials of IS Security, Mastering IS Security, and one elective. Once finished, you will be a step closer to earning your Security certification through CompTIA® (Computing Technology Industry Association). Save $745 off regular course costs by taking this certificate course as a package.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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Mastering IS Security+™

Villanova University Online

$2,280.00 Request Information

Mastering IS Security+™ builds on Essentials of IS Security to expand your knowledge in the IS security field. This course can help you take on a more managerial role in an IS Security Team setting.

In the Mastering IS Security+™ course, you will cover topics such as cryptography, access control, and authentication. You can also take this course as part of a Master Certificate package and save $745. This course can be used to earn 45 PDUs, 4.5 CEUs for $2,280.

Accreditation Agency: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Higher Education

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