Information Systems Security Professional: Online Certificate Program

Dive into the world of digital defense and emerge as a certified professional with this immersive IT program. In just four weeks, you’ll become a master of safeguarding data, thwarting cyber threats, and ensuring digital resilience. Transform your passion for cybersecurity into a career-defining set of skills for protecting digital landscapes!

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This Information Systems Security Professional Certificate Program is a great fit for:

  • Individuals interested in a career in technology
  • Recent high school graduates
  • Any student, IT professional or aspiring STEM professional who wants to build skills and thrive in a booming industry

About the Online Information Systems Security Professional Certificate Program

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COURSE LENGTH

4 weeks

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TUITION

$3,000*

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CERTIFICATION

CISSP

*You can pay as little as $288 per month. For full payment options and different financing plans, including interest rates from external lenders, please talk to our enrollment team.

The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification training program aims to equip students with in-demand technical and administrative competence. You’ll learn how to design, architect, and manage an organization’s security posture by applying internationally accepted information security standards.

The CISSP is an advanced-level certification and is ideal for experienced security practitioners, managers, and executives interested in proving their knowledge across a wide array of security practices and principles. It is intended for experienced IT security-related practitioners, auditors, consultants, investigators, instructors, and network or security analysts and engineers.

Upon completion, you’ll be eligible to sit for the CISSP exam by International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC).

Information Systems Security Professional Fast Facts

15%

PROJECTED GROWTH OF COMPUTER OCCUPATIONS

1,240

INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY PROFESSIONAL JOBS IN IOWA

Career Paths

CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST
JUNIOR PENETRATION TESTER
NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR
SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR
SECURITY CONSULTANT
SECURITY SPECIALIST
SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATOR

Cybersecurity Analysts will see available jobs grow 23.4% over the next ten years.

-Bureau of Labor Statistics

Interested in a technology career, but not sure where to start?

Download our FREE Finding My Career Path Guide. This PDF (5-min read) is packed with all the resources you need to make an informed decision about your future: 

  • A sample profile of a technology job, including salary and job outlook through 2031. 
  • A “Day in the Life” job description to help you picture yourself working your new technology career. 
  • The 10 questions you need to ask yourself to determine if technology is right for you.





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Is this Information Systems Security Professional Certificate Program right for me? 

If you have some or many of the following personality traits, abilities or desires, a career as a information systems security professional may be a great fit!

  • Are you passionate about cybersecurity and ready to become a certified expert in safeguarding digital assets against ever-evolving threats?  
  • Can you envision yourself mastering the techniques of data protection, risk assessment, and strategic defense strategies in just 4 intensive weeks?  
  • Are you ready to acquire new skills in ethical hacking, penetration testing, and vulnerability management?  
  • Are you excited about embarking on an accelerated journey that not only enhances your expertise but also opens doors to high-demand roles in cybersecurity? 

Why Choose St. Ambrose University?

Armed with the skills you’ll build at St. Ambrose University, your career transformation can begin. We provide an education infused with holistic compassion and care, and we offer you the support you need to become a world-shaper in your field.

  • Access top-notch, accredited online programs offering high-quality IT training.  
  • Customize your schedule with flexible options to balance studies and personal commitments.
  • Benefit from affordable tuition fees that propel you toward a rewarding return on your investment.
  • Enjoy the convenience of learning from anywhere, free from geographical constraints.

At St. Ambrose University, we foster a united community that motivates others through extraordinary acts of service and altruism, enhancing lives in every possible way.

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