Information Security Analyst (Security+ Certification), Continuing Education Workforce Certificate
This course series prepares students for the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA®) Security+ certification exam, and for a career as an Information Security Analyst. Gain an introduction to the Information Security field and explore how it relates to other IT areas and specialized security fields. Students learn current security essentials; common security threats and ramifications; developing secure information security strategies; common attacks and how to safeguard against them; cryptography basics; physical security; disaster recovery; business continuity; the role of computer forensics in information security; and ethical behavior appropriate to security-related technologies.
Program objectives
Upon successful completion of this Continuing Education Workforce Certificate, students will be able to:
- prepare to pass the CompTIA Security+ certification exam;
- perform the various responsibilities and tasks required for an information security analyst;
- assess the security posture of an enterprise environment to recommend and implement appropriate security solutions;
- monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, and IoT;
- operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance; and
- identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.
