Utah Computer Information Security Schools

What do Utah Information Security Professionals Do?

Protection of information comes in various forms – instruction, technical writing, development of new programs, testing and maintenance are all part of security assurance. There are also opportunities to telecommute. State of the art information systems require talented and knowledgeable people to maintain them. Graduates with a degree in information security in Utah may consider careers in:

  • Health Care
  • Finance
  • E-Commerce
  • Technical Writing and Research

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Current Employment Opportunities and Salaries in Utah

There are now companies that specialize in placement of information security professionals. Companies that specialize in recruiting or services that provide information security packages are actively seeking to hire people trained in the latest technology. Current full-time opportunities in IS in Utah include:

  • Clinical Information Specialist (Cody)
  • Assistant Director of Information Technology (Salt Lake City)
  • Asset Management Specialist (Salt Lake City)

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A list of average Utah Information Security salaries is available below:

Position   Annually
Systems Administrator   $50,000
Senior Administrator   $95,000
IS Technologist   $66,000
Online Engineer (Senior)   $95,000

What’s Interesting in Utah?

Tourism may be the biggest industry in Utah with all the well-known national parks, monuments and national forests that attract visitors and residents alike. The Winter Olympics (2002) brought much attention to skiing in Utah; there are top rated ski resorts and Utah is home to the US Ski team.

News for Utah Information Security

Information Security Awareness Day is celebrated by many agencies in Utah. Topics at the 2009 University of Utah conference included presentations on wireless hacking at home or in the workplace, individual PC awareness and many other informative security topics.

Schools offering online and campus-based education programs in Utah:


 
Editor Recommended Schools

University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix is not only the largest private university in North America. It also has a strong commitment to the environment and sustainability.


Walden University Online

Walden University offers advanced degrees to professionals who work to advance the greater good. Degree programs include management, education, health and human services, engineering and psychology. Our challenging programs are designed to help students make a difference in the lives of children, the health of communities or the success of an organization.

 
Online Programs
University of Phoenix - Online
Programs:   BS in Information Technology/Information Systems Security, BS in Organizational Security and Management, Information Systems Security Certificate, Master of Science/Administration of Justice and Security
Walden University Online - Online
Programs:   B.S. in Computer Information Systems - Information Systems Security, B.S. in Criminal Justice - Computer Info Syst & Security, B.S. in Criminal Justice - Homeland Security, Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Information Technology - Security and Forensics, M.I.S.M. - Enterprise Information Security, M.P.A. - Homeland Security Policy, M.S. in Psychology - Terrorism & Security, Ph.D. in Public Policy & Admin (Mixed-Model) - Homeland Security Policy & Coordination, Ph.D. in Public Policy and Admin (Course-based) - Homeland Security Policy and Coordination
Capella University Online - Online
Programs:   BS - Homeland Security, BS - Information Assurance and Security, BS - Security Management, MS - Information Assurance and Security, PhD - Information Security
Strayer University - Online
Programs:   B.S. in Criminal Justice: Computer Security and Forensics, B.S. in Criminal Justice: Homeland Security and Emergency Management, B.S. in Criminal Justice: Homeland Security Technology, B.S. in IS: Computer Security, B.S. in IS: Homeland Security and Information Systems, B.S. in IS: Security Administration, Certificate in IS: Computer Security, Certificate in IS: Homeland Security and Information Systems, Certificate in IS: Security Administration, Diploma in IS: Computer Security, Diploma in IS: Homeland Security and Information Systems, Diploma in IS: Security Administration, MSIS: Computer Security Management
American InterContinental University Online - Online
Programs:   Bachelor's (BIT) - Internet Security, Master's (MIT) - Internet Security
Ashford University - Online
Programs:   BA/Homeland Security & Emergency Management, BA/Organizational Management - Homeland Security, BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Homeland Security, BA/Social and Criminal Justice - Security Management
Villanova University - Online
Programs:   Advanced Information Assurance and Security, Advanced Information Assurance and Security - Government, Essentials of IS Security, Master Certificate in Information Security Management, Master Certificate in Information Security Management - Government, Master Certificate in IS Security, Mastering IS Security Plus
Kaplan University Online - Online
Programs:   BSCJ/Homeland Security, BSIT/ Information Security and Forensics , MS in Information Technology/Information Security and Assurance, Private Security Certificate
Virginia College - Online
Program:  Cybersecurity - MS
Jones International University - Online
Programs:   BBA in Information Security Management (BBA to MBA), BBA Information Security Management, MBA in Information Security Management
Lincoln Education - Online
Program:  BS in Information Management and Security
Boston University - Online
Programs:  CIS, Database & Knowledge Mgmt, Info Security
Lewis University - Online
Programs:  Info Tech - Mgmt, Info Tech - Security
Northcentral University - Online
Programs:  Applied Computer Science, Computer & Info Security, E-Commerce, MIS, Mgmt of Engineering & Tech
Rasmussen College - Online
Programs:  Business Admin - IT, Computer IT, DB Admin, Digital Design & Animation, Game & Simulation Production, Info Systems Mgmt, Multimedia Tech, Network Admin, Network Security & Forensics, Web Design, Web Programming
South University - Online
Programs:  Database Admin, Information Architecture & Design, Information Technology, Information Security Studies, Information Systems and Technology, Network Admin, Public Admin, Web Admin
Utica College - Online
Programs:  Cybersecurity
Western Governors University - Online
Programs:  Business - IT Mgmt, Databases, Health Informatics, Info Security & Assurance, IT, IT Mgmt, Networks Admin, Networks Design & Mgmt, Security, Software
Utah Information Security Schools
Strayer University
Campuses:  Salt Lake
Degrees:  Computer Security, Database Developer, Database Mgmt, Homeland Security & IS, Info Systems, Internetworking Tech, Networking, Programming, Security Admin, Software Engineering, Web Development
DeVry University
Campuses:  Sandy/Salt Lake City
Degrees:  Business Admin, Electronic Commerce Mgmt, Info Security, MIS, Network & Communications Mgmt, Systems Security Mgmt