The widespread use of the Internet and intranets has resulted in an increased focus on security. Security threats range from damaging computer viruses to online credit card fraud and identity theft. Most organizations are now employing the services of security consulting firms which specialize in all aspects of information technology (IT) security. These firms assess computer systems for areas of vulnerability, manage firewalls and provide protection against intrusion and software viruses. They also play a vital role in homeland security by keeping track of people and information.

Programs are designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools to understand how networks, operating systems and programs function. The programs are designed to meet the training needs of government and industry employees. The programs cover a variety of neutral and vendor-specific information technology (IT) security training. The Information Security program prepares students for internationally recognized IT certifications and the complex demands of business, industry and government.

Information Security - AAS The Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree in Information Security is designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools to understand how networks, operating systems and programs function. Emphasis is placed on developing the theoretical and practical skills needed to maintain security on mission-critical data and systems. The program is designed to meet the training needs of government and industry employees. The program covers a variety of information security disciplines which include both vendor-neutral and vendor-specific information technology (IT) security training. The Information Security program prepares students for internationally recognized IT certifications and high demands in business, industry and government. Course Check Sheets: Information Security Administration - Certificate The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Information Security Administration is designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools to understand how networks, operating systems and programs function, as well as, how to protect them. Emphasis is placed on developing the knowledge and skills to maintain security on mission-critical data and computer systems. The program is designed to meet the training needs of employees in both public and private sectors. The program covers a variety of information security disciplines that include both vendor-neutral and vendor-specific security training. The Information Security Administration program prepares students for internationally recognized industry certifications. The Certificate of Completion in Information Security Technology is a prerequisite to this program. Course Check Sheets: Information Security Forensics - Certificate The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Information Security Forensics is designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools to gather evidence, often as part of criminal investigation, from computers and computer networks. The discipline requires a technical knowledge of the relationship between a computer's operating system and the supporting hardware (e.g. hard disks), and between the operating system and system/application programs and the network. Evidence gathering must precede in a manner that ensures that the evidence is admissible in a court of law, and can be documented and presented in an intelligible manner. The Information Security Forensics Certificate of Completion is part of a comprehensive Information Security program, which prepares students for internationally recognized industry certifications. This program consists of prerequisites. Course Check Sheets: Information Security Technology - Certificate The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Information Security Technology is designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools to understand how networks, operating systems and programs function, as well as, how to protect them. Emphasis is placed on developing the knowledge and skills to maintain security on mission-critical data and computer systems. The program is designed to meet the training needs of employees in both public and private sectors. The program covers a variety of information security disciplines that include both vendor-neutral and vendor-specific security training. The Information Security Technology program prepares students for internationally recognized industry certifications. This program contains prerequisites. Course Check Sheets: Information Security Wireless Networks - Certificate The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Information Security Wireless Networks is designed to provide students with the knowledge and tools to design secure wireless local area networks (LANs) and defend wireless LANs against the latest hacking techniques, implement the latest wireless LAN security solutions and understand the impact of new wireless solutions. The Wireless Network Security Certificate of Completion is part of a comprehensive Information Security program which prepares students for internationally recognized industry certifications. This program consists of prerequisites. Course Check Sheets:

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