PGCert in Security Science and Technology

This graduate certificate is meant for information technology professionals who wish to safeguard data and computer systems, studying confidentiality, integrity, and availability through technology, people, and policy. The National Security Agency has certified its courses, and completers also receive the national CNSS 4011 certification. The School of Information Technology holds a national designation for cyber defense education, reflecting the program's focus on practical protection of networks and information. Admission to this graduate offering rests on a completed bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, together with transcripts from every other college attended. The Graduate School at Illinois State oversees applications, and prospective students can arrange a campus visit. The page also links to catalog course requirements, faculty profiles, and a description of the graduate community.