Master of Information Systems Security

Multi Platform Stream

Aims:

The aim of these courses is to provide professionals in the IT industry with advanced courses of study in information technology management that are current, relevant and integrate industry certification in this field. These courses incorporate significant components of industry training, including formal industry-stream certifications from the SANS Institute, GIAC, EC Council, (ISC)², Cisco and Check Point. 

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, graduates will possess:

• An informed and reflexive perspective on IT security issues;
• Advanced skills in the design, implementation and management of secure computer networks;
• Skills in IT risk management issues;
• Skills in identifying and producing solutions to threats that endanger information system resources;
• Competence in determining common best practices to secure a computing enterprise;
• Certification as:
  • Check Point Security Administrator (CCSA)
  • Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE)
  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
  • Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) Security+
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
• Problem solving skills and methodologies when troubleshooting and documenting complex computing security problems;
• The ability to analyse complex client business security requirements and select appropriate solutions, and
• Skills in the development of leading edge security solutions that meet customer business objectives for functionality and performance.

This course can be found on the Charles Sturt University site at: http://www.csu.edu.au/courses/postgraduate/information_systems_security/

Course Structure:

The Course consists of 12 subjects with a total value of 96 points. For students that do not qualify for any credit, the recommended duration to complete the Masters Degrees is 2 years. There are 3 sessions per year and we recommend a commitment of 2 subjects per session.

Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Security

The Master of Information Systems Security is an articulated course that incorporates the Graduate Certificate in Information Systems Security.  The certificate can be stand alone or, upon successful completion, students may proceed (with full credit) into the Master of Information Systems Security.  To graduate with the Graduate Certificate, students must satisfactorily complete 4 subjects, which include two industry certification subjects.

Request More Information

University Core Subjects (4 Subjects):

Subject: ITC506 Topics in IT Ethics
Subject: ITC593 Network Security
Subject: ITC595 Information Security
Subject: ITC596 IT Risk Management

University Elective Subjects (Choose 2 subjects):

Subject: ITC516 Principles of Database Management
Subject: ITC505 Systems Development Project Management
Subject: ITC514 Network and Security Administration
Subject: ITC563 IT Management Issues
Subject: ITC513 Wireless networking Concepts
Subject: ITC597 Digital Forensics

MultiPlatform Security Stream:

Core Industry Subjects (1 Subject):

Subject: ITI581 Network Security Fundamentals 

Elective Industry Subjects (Choose 5):

Subject: ITI521 Interconnecting Network Devices (Cisco CCNA - credit only)
Subject: ITI551 Virtual Private Network and Firewall Management I (Check Point CSE - credit only)
Subject: ITI535 Network & Operating Systems Essentials
Subject: ITI536 Supporting a Network Infrastructure
Subject: ITI537 Implementing & Administering Network Directory Services
Subject: ITI538 Desktop Operating Systems
Subject: ITE514 Professional Systems Security (CISSP - credit only)
Subject: MGI511 Project Management Fundamentals
Subject: ITE516 Hacking Countermeasures (EC Council - CEH)
Subject: ITI542 Security Networks

Important Note:

Subjects designated as credit only are only available for credit and are not available for study via Distance education with Charles Sturt University.   Credit for these subjects will be awarded on proof that the students have passed the corresponding industry certification exam.

Request More Information

Credit:

Academic credit is available to students who can provide proof that they have passed relevant industry examinations. Request more information to obtain an estimate of your credit entitlements.

NOTE: The actual level of credit awarded will be confirmed upon acceptance into the Masters Degree.