Minor In Information Security Online

Learn Integral Technology Skills with Liberty’s Minor in Information Security Online

In today’s world, people are connected by the internet. Personal, private, and social information is stored in databases and systems worldwide, making it of the utmost importance to protect ourselves and our information from hackers and unauthorized users who would misuse that information.

Through Liberty’s Minor in Information Security, you will be prepared to meet the growing need for professionals who can protect sensitive information with integrity and high ethical standards.

Modern business and educational economies are founded on networking systems and data communications. Our courses can equip you to understand the movement of information from one device to another and key concepts in securing information. As you progress through the information security minor online, you can learn how to ensure the safety of business operations and their confidential information by implementing and maintaining an information security program. Obtaining this knowledge can equip you for a variety of careers upon graduation.

Why Choose Information Security?
What Will You Learn?
Course Requirements

Why Choose Liberty’s Minor in Information Security?

When you’re protecting your own or others’ information, it is important that the knowledge and training you have is accurate. Each of our courses is taught by professionals who not only have years of real-life experience in the field of information security, but they are also excited about helping you become well-versed in this subject so you can succeed in your future profession.

We strive to Train Champions for Christ. In every online information security course, you’ll be learning up-to-date information from a Christian worldview, allowing you to protect data from an ethical and biblical perspective.

While an information security minor can be a beneficial addition to any of our online bachelor’s degrees, you may consider pairing this minor with a degree in government, criminal justice, or business

What Will You Learn in Liberty’s Minor in Information Security Online?

Liberty’s Minor in Information Systems allows you to choose between a course in homeland security or intelligence and national security in order to customize your minor to fit your interests. With your experience and acquired skills through our Minor in Information Systems online, you can enhance your career path and increase job opportunities. 

For those interested in furthering their education, our Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Data Networking and Security is an excellent degree to help you meet your goals. Our minor and bachelor’s degrees are offered completely online, allowing you to remain active in your job, with your family, and in your community without the worry of taking courses on campus.

Course Requirements (18 hours)

  • CSIS 330 – Business Data Communication Systems
  • CSIS 340 – Studies in Information Security
  • CSIS 341 – Information Security Planning
  • CSIS 344 – Information Security Operations
  • BUSI 310 – Principles of Management
  • GOVT 380 – Introduction to Intelligence & National Security 
    • or CJUS 380 – Introduction to Homeland Security