INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SECURITY BACHELOR DEGREES
The Information Technology field has been overshadowed in recent years by a compelling need for increased security. Identity theft has become a major problem; the theft and use of credit card numbers has soared with the development of a retail marketplace on the Internet. Those issues are the tip of the iceberg and information technology security specialists are in high demand.
Most IT security professionals have obtained a bachelors’ degree in the field with a specialization in security. Computer security specialists may plan and implement their organization’s information security; that may include teaching office employees about the nature of computer security and what steps the end user can take to help maintain security. Information security technologists may install security software and set it up to function on a corporate or business network.
A professional in information technology security may also monitor the network for security breaches and in the event of some sort of virus, theft or other cyber attack, take charge of coordinating the response. Computer security specialists have become increasingly important due to the increase in sophisticated theft schemes that begin with a hacker accessing a database of credit card or bank account numbers.
Many of the losses of databases or portions of them have been the result of carelessness on an employee’s part. In situations where the data disk in question may have been stolen or may simply have been lost, an information security specialist is responsible for locking down the source of the missing data and trying to find a way to render that data harmless. It can be a high pressure and thankless challenge.
Salaries with Information Technology Security Degrees
Average annual earnings with Information Technology Security Degrees in May 2004.
- Lowest 10 % earned $36,260
- Median $60,600
- Highest 10% earned $95,040
Related occupations with Information Technology Security Degrees:
- Wired telecommunications carriers $65,130
- Insurance carriers 64,660
- Management of companies and enterprises 64,170
- Computer systems design and related services 63,910
- Local government 52,30
Featured Online Colleges offering Information Technology Security Programs:
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The Information Technology programs is focused on the acquisition of theory and technical competencies associated with the information technology profession. The courses provide fundamental knowledge and application in both the information systems function and in system development.
BS in Information Technology/Information Systems Security
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The Information Technology programs is focused on the acquisition of theory and technical competencies associated with the information technology profession. The courses provide fundamental knowledge and application in both the information systems function and in system development.
M.S. in Management - Information Systems Security
Bachelor's (BSIT) - Security
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The technology industry is one of the five fastest growing occupations today* and arguably one of the most important. Small businesses, large corporations and many government agencies depend on computer network engineers to design, install, protect and support computer networks. Get started towards a career with a degree from Westwood College.
Bachelor Degree - Information System Security
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Capella University's online degree in information technology is designed for working IT professionals who want to move forward in their careers. You will gain the knowledge and technical skills to make significant contributions to your organization. Select electives from information security, network architecture and design, project management and leadership, and/or system design and programming.
BS in Information Technology - Information Assurance and Security
MS in IT - Information Security
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Technology & Design - Degree and Certificate Programs
People, data, and machines - those who can manage all three efficiently are in high demand, even in today's tough economic climate. Kaplan's campus and online programs will give you the knowledge and skills you need to start or advance your technology career.
Bachelor's (BIT) - Internet Security
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Emphasis is placed on helping you begin to develop skills and knowledge in technical areas that can have practical value in the workplace. Besides technical instruction, the programs of study offered at ITT Tech focus on helping you develop problem solving, critical thinking, communication and teamwork skills.
BS - Information Systems Security
BS - Cyber Security
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Featured Campus Colleges offering Information Technology Security Programs:
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Emphasis is placed on helping you begin to develop skills and knowledge in technical areas that can have practical value in the workplace. Besides technical instruction, the programs of study offered at ITT Tech focus on helping you develop problem solving, critical thinking, communication and teamwork skills.
Information Systems Security
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The Information Technology programs is focused on the acquisition of theory and technical competencies associated with the information technology profession. The courses provide fundamental knowledge and application in both the information systems function and in system development.
BS in Information Technology/Information Systems Security
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