

Cyber Security, Event, On Demand
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Prepare to protect data, devices, and systems
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In our part-time Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals, industry experts will share the essential knowledge and skills needed to pursue career opportunities in cyber security. This program will help you:
You can then advance your understanding of information security with the Certificate in Advanced Cyber Security where you will:
Fundamentals (3 courses):
Format: Part-Time, blended
Delivery: Online coursework + required live-online sessions
Live Session Schedule: 1 weekend (Sat & Sun) per course
Program Length: 5 months
Term Starts: Fall, Winter, Summer
Fundamentals and Advanced Bundle (6 courses):
Format: Part-Time, blended
Delivery: Online coursework + required live-online sessions
Live Session Schedule: 1 weekend (Sat & Sun) per course
Program Length: 10 months
Cyber Security Fundamentals (5 months)
Advanced Cyber Security (5 months)
Term Starts: Fall, Winter, Summer
The demand for cyber security expertise is on the rise across all types of industries. As one of the world’s fastest-growing technology fields, many experts see the cyber security job market growing steadily over the next five years—which means there will always be a critical need for qualified individuals.
“The credential has a lot of credibility in the marketplace. Because York is structuring the program along CISSP knowledge, that positions students to be better prepared”
Ed Dubrovsky – COO, Managing Partner at Cytelligence Inc.
“Given the increasing cyber security challenge Canadian organizations of all types face, with skilled and motivated adversaries attacking our collective defenses, I am excited about the depth of expertise that the York University School of Continuing Studies will be imparting to their students with the delivery of the cyber security certificate program.”
John Weigelt – National Technology Officer, Microsoft Canada
Enrolment Requirements
The Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals as a stand-alone offer—as well as the bundle of the Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals and the Certificate in Advanced Cyber Security—are direct registration programs. No application process is required: Simply enrol in the session of your choice to get started.
To register directly in the Certificate in Advanced Cyber Security, you must first successfully complete the Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals or already hold the CISSP Designation.
Examine the information security knowledge framework through the lens of the CISSP domains as you develop an enhanced understanding of the eight CISSP domains and gain the fundamental information required for information security projects and the designation.
2 Classes
36 Hours
Develop an understanding of the ethical, legal and regulatory issues surrounding cyber security as you learn about security principles, network fundamentals and how to apply these areas to design networks and policies for security and compliance.
2 Classes
36 Hours
The amount of digitized data grows in size and vulnerability every day, requiring specialized attention toward processes, protection, security and authentication. Learn how to mitigate risk and protect ownership by understanding best practices for data gathering, classification, storage, retention and protection.
2 Classes
36 Hours
To cover the courses for both the Fundamentals and Advanced Certificates, please register for the bundle option of the program.
Certificate in Cyber Security Fundamentals
Certificate in Advanced Cyber Security
Security engineering requires an understanding of security models, secure design principles and the ability to assess a variety of systems for vulnerabilities. Students will learn these fundamental concepts as well as information on selecting controls and countermeasures, and the application of cryptography.
Effective leadership in the field of information security requires an elevated understanding of security operations concepts and how to apply these in real-world situations. Discover how to apply concepts, from best practices in vendor procurement, through to investigations and preventative measures, resource management, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
The development, evaluation and validation of assessment processes is integral to securing system infrastructure and detecting vulnerabilities. Develop an in-depth understanding of the techniques and industry standards for assessment validation, continuity, analysis, reporting and facilitating audits.
Bundle
Please review the technology and software requirements you will need to access our courses remotely.
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