When Baskaran Rajamani, Partner, Risk Advisory at Deloitte signed on to guide the creation of our new Certificate in IT Audit Execution, he knew that the program had the potential to transform the careers of professionals in IT Operations, Cyber Security, Auditing and Consulting across the GTA and beyond. With the first session of the program set to […]
Tag Archives: Cyber Security
Media Planet: Navigating Your Path to the Future of Work
The future of work in Canada is changing, and with it the demand for talent to fill the growing number of jobs in the burgeoning fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) is greater than ever. With changing job demands, companies are also putting more emphasis on a critical blend of hard and soft […]
IT Audit assurance career event connects ambitious attendees with industry leaders and peers
IT Audit is the fastest growing specialization of auditing, and more companies than ever before are hiring skilled professionals to ensure their data and IT systems are compliant and secure. There’s never been a better time to build the critical skills and real-world experience needed need to succeed in the IT Audit assurance workplace. On […]
York University partners with Mount Royal University to upskill Albertans for career success in Cyber Security
The York University School of Continuing Studies (York SCS) in Toronto, ON has forged a three-year strategic partnership with Mount Royal University in Calgary, AB to offer its innovative Cyber Security continuing education program. Starting Fall 2019, students in Alberta looking to enter the emerging cyber security field will be able to study online part-time […]
Women’s Executive Network: York University School of Continuing Studies responds to labour shortage with innovative new IT Audit program
Changes in government regulations are requiring organizations across Canada to revisit their Information Technology (IT) systems and controls, investing more than ever in effective IT auditing to protect themselves. This demand has created a job market shortage, with 75% of senior leaders citing a challenge in finding the right professionals to execute their IT audits. In response to […]
Attending SecTor 2018? We’ll See You There!
The countdown has begun for SecTor 2018, Canada’s leading & largest information security gathering. And YorkU Continuing Studies will see you there! The event will take place in the heart of downtown Toronto, where leading experts, academics, industry professionals and students will gather to discuss some of the hottest topics of 2018: cyber security and […]
Becoming a well-rounded cyber security professional
Becoming a Well-Rounded Cyber Security Professional – Tips from Cyber Security Instructor Ali Khan (CISM, CISSP, CISA). Ali Khan knows a thing or two about cyber security—he is a senior Information Technology, Cyber Security, and Risk Management professional with years of experience in the industry. He also holds CISM, CISSP, CISA designations and even […]
Cyber Security grad earns CISSP designation
Derek David, a recent graduate of our Cyber Security program, has just passed his CISSP exam! He’s now at the top of the pack of highly desirable hires for top employers investing in cyber security. The demand is only going to intensify as more and more top companies adopt the mantra of “it’s not if but […]
Media Planet: 5 Reasons Why Women Should Pursue A Career In Cyber Security
The competitive field offers women an ample opportunity for growth and success. Find out how. There’s a talent shortage in various cyber security fields, and women can position themselves to fill those gaps with great jobs in any role they choose to pursue. Sarah Qureshi, Cyber Security Advisor for Paladion Inc., shares her thoughts on […]
Weekly Voice: Fast track your career with York’s tailor made Cyber Security program
As businesses collect, share and disseminate data, the value of the information continues to be a major target for both insider and external threat actors. A breach that unveils sensitive information related to any of these could lead to catastrophic results for any company. “Never has there been more urgency for organizations to bring […]