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Explore Information Security
Learn to think strategically about cybersecurity and system defense, threat detection, and vulnerabilities through this information security certificate. A key component of this information security program is understanding a traditional risk management approach to infosec, including vulnerabilities to cyberattacks, network security, and secure infrastructures from malware threats.
This information security certificate, one of many IT certificate programs online at Champlain, can be taken as a standalone program, or embedded in Champlain's online MBA and master's in information security programs, should you wish to continue your education.
A Nationally Recognized Leader in Cybersecurity
Champlain is a nationally recognized leader in cybersecurity and digital forensics education and home of the Senator Patrick Leahy Center for Digital Investigation & Cybersecurity. With a robust faculty of expert-practitioner instructors who have significant experience working for top organizations and are sought-after thought leaders in the field, we specialize in building agile cybersecurity and digital forensics programs that the meet mission-critical needs of today's businesses, nonprofit organizations, and state and federal governments.
Champlain has been designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the U.S. National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security since 2006, and Champlain cybersecurity programs have been named best in the nation by SC Magazine. Champlain is also designated as a National Center of Digital Forensics Academic Excellence by the Defense Cyber Crime Center (DC3) Air Force Office of Special Investigations - the fifth college in the nation to receive this distinction.
Build Your Career Future
Today's information security training requires more than a policy-based approach; it must use risk assessment, strategic thinking for data protection, and creative problem solving to address sophisticated system attacks and breaches that lead to theft.
A graduate information security certificate will help you advance your cybersecurity career, highlight in-demand skills, and gain knowledge through information security courses in key areas across network security, information security, and information technology that can be applied to your workplace from day one.
Program Curriculum
Learn more about Champlain's 100% online information security graduate certificate, designed for working professionals.
Champlain's online information security courses encompass the top skills needed by today's infosec professionals.
Understanding risk and identifying the threats organizations face are essential skills for today's information security professionals. In this course that introduces students to the graduate degree program, students learn to compute impact scores for vulnerabilities, classify data, and use Champlain College Online's virtual environment to explore how to use IOCs (Indicators of Compromise).
Students will gain an understanding and respect for emerging technology by exploring current trends in security and examining topics such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain and behavior analytics. Students will analyze the science behind these technologies as well as the ethical and privacy concerns and implications that may hinder their widespread adoption.
Prerequisites
Security controls are used to maintain confidentiality, integrity and availability of systems and typically enterprise architectures are built using frameworks. Students move beyond defense in depth and breadth strategies and "learn by doing" in this course, working in the virtual environment with tools like Nmap, Open-AduIT, Splunk, and more.
Prerequisites
Complete OPSC-501
Hands-on labs and assignments using Kali Linux, Metasploitable, Nessus and Armitage build on previously acquired knowledge of threat and vulnerability classification in this course that allows students to use the knowledge of a vulnerability to perform threat analysis. Vulnerability and patch management processes are also addressed.
Prerequisites
Complete OPSC-501
It's not a question of if an incident will take place, but when. Organizations must assume they will suffer a breach, data loss or other security event that will impact operations. Students learn to prioritize events, develop and document an incident response plan, and identify the role of forensic investigations in incident response as well as use tools to perform USB and memory forensics exercises.
Prerequisites
Complete OPSC-520 and OPSC-501
Additional Program Details
Graduates of the information security online graduate certificate program will demonstrate the following industry-specific skills, knowledge, and competencies:
- Develop system and data classification criteria based upon business needs and sensitivity.
- Assess attack strategies through the use of analysis techniques and determine risk level to the business and potential responses.
- Identify responses to potential vulnerabilities within the organizations.
- Determine appropriate controls to respond to suspicious behavior that has been detected.
Champlain College Online's computer science faculty, led by Department Chair Richard Pickering, are expert practitioners in the field. Their industry expertise ensures that our curriculum is aligned with the needs of employers, and reflects the skills today’s IT systems professionals need for success. Classes led by our seasoned experts will give you real-world insight into the world of information technology, and create a rich community of career-focused learning.
Tuition & Costs
Graduate Tuition Fall '23 - Summer '25
$595
per credit
$1,785*
per course
$450**
PER CREDIT FOR ALUMNI WHO EARNED A DEGREE FROM CHAMPLAIN, ON-CAMPUS or online
$450
per credit military service members (family members see truED tuition)
$150
One-time graduation fee
*Based on a 3-credit course; cost will vary if course is a different number of credits
** Starting Summer 2024, not retroactive
See the graduate cost of attendance and fees here
Affordability and Paying For Your Education
We provide a number of options to make your online education affordable, including preferred tuition for alumni, associate degree graduates, community college graduates, and military.
Accomplish More with a Graduate Certificate in Information Security
Computer and information technology occupations are projected to grow 13% from 2020 to 2030 - much faster than the average for all occupations.*
A specialized certificate can help you build new skills, differentiate your resume, and demonstrate your value as an employee in your current organization.
*Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), 2020
Top Reasons to Earn a Graduate Certificate
- Build new skills
- Earn a recognized credential
- Differentiate your resume
- Test a new field
- Pursue a passion
Academic Excellence and Recognition
Regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education
Designated as a Military Friendly School for our commitment to the military community
Ranked among the best by Tech Guide for game design and computer science
Named the among the best schools with accelerated bachelor's degrees by Intelligent.com
Meet the Program Director
Benjamin Luthy, MS, CISSP, CISM, CDPSE
Program Director, Cybersecurity and Information Security
Oversees
- Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity Analytics
- Information Security
About
Benjamin Luthy has over 20 years of experience in delivering client-focused technical solutions to safeguard information systems and data in highly regulated environments. He holds multiple industry certifications reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and expertise in security and enterprise technologies. His research interests include information security, intelligence, and cloud computing and traditional infrastructure. As a recognized speaker at industry conferences, he has shared insights on strengthening cyber compliance and has been actively involved in competitive cybersecurity events, including winning the B-Sides Las Vegas Capture the Flag Competition on the 'Joes' team for his work in Windows Operating System Defense.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Ben is a professional musician, enjoys the outdoors, and spending quality time with his family.
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