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Information Security Certificate

Valparaiso University has paused new admission to this certificate program beginning with the Fall 2026 term. For more programs, explore our full list of graduate certificates.

Why Information Security at Valpo?

This certificate is intended for graduate students holding or pursuing a graduate degree in information technology. The purpose of this certificate is to supplement a graduate degree in information technology with a specialization in networked systems security.

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About Our Information Security Certificate


EXPLORE THE DEPARTMENT

Curriculum
Course #Course DescriptionCredits
Required Courses9 Cr
IT 535Networking3 Cr
IT 642Information Assurance3 Cr
IT 646Hacking Techniques and Countermeasure3 Cr
ElectivesChoose one course from the following options:6 Cr
IT 644Technology, Law, and Policy
IT 648Risk Management
Choose one course from the following options:
CYB 530Securing Windows3 Cr
CYB 532Securing Linux3 Cr
Total Required Credits15 Cr

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