Information Security Major Degree Program Information

Available Fall 2011

Businesses know that security is critically important. When the costs of not implementing adequate security measures can be staggering, it's no wonder that skilled information security professionals are highly valued in nearly every industry and government sector.

By earning your bachelor's degree through the Information Security Major at Franklin University, you can pursue a rewarding career in a field packed with attractive job options that need your expertise.

What is information security and why is it important?

Information security is not limited to technology application. Because information security is primarily concerned with the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data as it is processed, stored, and transmitted, the field has extensive reach and implications that permeate business operations.

The demand for professionals with security skills outpaces nearly all other IT roles, according to the O*Net Center under the sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor. And the 2011 Salary Guide for Technology Professionals provided by Robert Half and Associates, a leading staffing and consulting firm, states that 45% of Chief Information Officers plan to invest in information security - the highest of all investment areas.

Information Technology Security Courses

Through your Information Security Major curriculum, you will receive a deep grounding in the theoretical framework, models, policies, and practices that cover the breadth of information security. You will take courses in risk management and compliance, security architecture and controls, business continuity and operations security, network security, and application security.

In fact, Franklin's Information Security Major includes the chief knowledge areas defined by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)².

So whether you are transferring credits from a community college or adding dimension to your current IT role, earning a B.S. in Information Security at Franklin is your ticket to success in this growing field.