Information Security and Risk Management

This management-focused program offers a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity and risk management for organizational leaders. Through in-depth analysis of major types of threats and mitigation strategies, participants will gain the ability to effectively oversee any company’s cybersecurity strategy and manage associated risks. By evaluating the costs and benefits of various security approaches and completing a consulting project for a real company, participants will be equipped to create and implement effective security risk management programs for organizations of any size.

Upon successful completion of the program, participants will possess the knowledge and skills necessary to:

• Analyze information security in an organizational context, include outsourcing to the cloud
• Analyze and design information security policies and plans
• Understand the role and responsibilities of a CISO, the leader of an organization’s information security program
• Maintain currency in cybersecurity and information assurance
• Comprehend the relationship between people and the rules and tools of cybersecurity
• Put into action NIST/NICE self-assessment, and develop individual career building skills by:
  • Creating your own information security network beginning with your online colleagues in this program
  • Joining professional organizations in your area
  • Developing a plan for continuous learning and additional certifications
• Demonstrate mentor and mentee skills essential for continued growth in cybersecurity