Build Security in Information
Information security is one of the biggest challenges facing technology today. You can stay up to speed on the latest advancements in this industry by earning an online Graduate Certificate in Information Security. When you partner with DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how you can help entities in both the public and private sectors keep their information safe.
Get to Know Our Information Security Graduate Certificate
Our online Graduate Certificate in Information Security program helps you gain competencies in basic cryptography, intrusion detection, and the legal issues surrounding data protection—the foundation for a successful career in information security. By addressing industry standards and the inherent risks of computer networking, our online Graduate Certificate in Information Security can enhance skills and your confidence to help you make an impact.
The online Graduate Certificate in Information Security can be earned as a standalone credential, and the credits are transferrable to the Master’s in Network and Communications Management program—a stackable option that allows you to customize your educational journey. You’ll learn from our experienced professors who know which skills you’ll need in the field.
Classes Start Every 8 Weeks
Earn your Graduate Certificate in Information Security in as little as 1 year*—or even more quickly with qualifying transfer credits.
*Not including breaks. Assumes year-round, full-time enrollment.
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What You'll Learn
The Information Security Graduate Certificate covers the following:
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IT Governance and Security
Assess opportunities to apply information security to an organization’s protection, strategic and competitive benefit. -
Risk Assessment and Mitigation Planning
Develop and manage information security projects, which include work breakdown structures (WBS), risk management assessment and planning, schedules and/or budgets. -
Disaster Recovery Planning
Evaluate disaster recovery processes and propose procedures and guidelines to safeguard the organization’s technology assets.
Cert To Master's
At Keller, our programs are stackable, which can be of significant value to you. With a graduate certificate, you can earn a valuable credential with less time and tuition—and credits apply directly to your master’s degree1. This stackable model allows you to choose the building blocks you need to fit your career and earn two credentials in one.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with our Graduate Certificate in Information Security may consider careers such as:
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Computer and Information Systems Manager
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Information Security Analyst
Learn more about careers in Information Systems Security
Program Courses
| MIS589 | Networking Concepts and Applications |
| NETW583 | Strategic Management of Technology |
| SEC571 | Principles of Information Security and Privacy |
| SEC572 | Network Security |
| SEC591 | Disaster Recovery/Forensics and Security |
| SEC592 | IT Governance |
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