Academics

Overview

SANS Technology Institute Master of Science degree programs offer candidates an unparalleled opportunity to excel in the two aspects of security that are most important to the success of their employer and their own careers.

The technical mastery comes from the combination of

1. An uncompromising, research-based technical curriculum that allows you to master the most current threats, the most effective techniques to block them, the underlying principles on which those techniques are based, and the leading ...

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MSISM

The Master of Science Degree in Information Security Management Curriculum
PROGRAM GOALS OVERVIEW: The MSISM (Management) Program is designed to help a candidate become the highest-ranking management employee with IT Security responsibilities in an organization. In the government, this is often called the Designated Approving Authority, or Information Assurance Manager (IAM). In the industry, titles such as Chief Security Officer or Chief Information Security Officer are often used. In addition to the strong...

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MSISE

The Master of Science Degree in Information Security Engineering Curriculum
PROGRAM GOALS: This MSISE (Engineering) program will prepare students to head teams of technologists who are responsible for information security assessments, architectures, operations, monitoring, auditing, and lead information security programs. Graduates will be qualified to seek positions such as technical director for information security, senior security analyst, senior security administrator, information systems security manager, information systems security officer, information security manager, and chief information security officer. The program focuses primarily on the technical and problem-solving skills associated with security implementation, but adds instruction on...

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Delivery Options

Which Course Delivery Methods are Acceptable for Master's Students?

This policy is required of master's students accepted after May 21, 2008. For master's students accepted before that time, it is recommended but not required.

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Faculty

The faculty is the primary reason that a SANS Technology Institute educational experience allows students to become technical leaders in information security in their organizations. At SANS Technology Institute, you learn security from people who are the top experts in the field, the authors of the most ...

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CPRs

Community Project Requirements:
The community of security professionals in government, commercial, and academic and research organizations is a powerful force for good. They often work together in ad hoc teams to ...

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