Executive Master of Information Systems Security

The Executive Master’s in Information Systems Security (ISS) program provides the IT security tools and hands-on training needed to become a leader in the field. The ISS degree is a two-year program taught by industry-experienced instructors. Get 24/7 technical support and a dynamic network of peers to facilitate learning. The University of the Cumberlands has been recognized as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Degree Course Requirements - 35 credit hours

System Security Courses - 31 Credit Hours

• ISOL 531 – Access Control
• ISOL 532 – Telecommunications and Network Security
• ISOL 533 – Information Security and Risk Management
• ISOL 534 – Application Security
• ISOL 535 – Cryptography
• ISOL 536 – Security Architecture and Design
• ISOL 631 – Operations Security
• ISOL 632 – Business Continuity Planning and Disaster Recovery Planning
• ISOL 633 – Legal Regulations, Compliance, and Investigation
• ISOL 634 – Physical Security

Applied Learning Practicum - 1 Credits per Semester

• ITS 699 – Information Technology Project  OR INTR 599 – Applied Practical Learning approved substitution

For a complete description of the above requirements, please go to the Course Catalog.