Master of Science in Information Security and Assurance
Program Quick Facts
Program Length
2 YearsDescription
Western Governors University's online Master of Science in Information Security and Assurance degree offers individuals a program that has been specifically developed to aid them in obtaining the advanced IT security and assurance skills and credentials that are needed for protecting any organization's networks, communication, and data.
This is an excellent information security degree program for those who have a bachelor's in information technology or experience in the field of security and assurance, and who want to further their understanding in order to gain an advanced position in this growing field.
Graduates of this online degree program will processes skills in a variety of areas, including:
- Managing
- Analyzing
- Implementing
- Testing
- Auditing
WGU specifically designed this program to align with the security standards that were instituted by the National Security Agency, and also offers 10 security domains that are at the base of Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
All applicants must have an accredited Bachelor's degree.
Accreditation
Distance Education and Training Council, Accrediting CommissionNorthwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE)