The Information Security Professional Program prepares learners to build advanced knowledge and practical skills in cybersecurity, information systems governance, risk management, auditing, and security leadership. Designed for professionals seeking to strengthen their cybersecurity expertise or advance into information security management roles, the program provides comprehensive preparation across three highly recognized industry certification pathways.
Learners complete coursework aligned with the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification exams. Topics include information security governance, cybersecurity risk management, security architecture, information systems auditing, incident management, regulatory compliance, access controls, and protection of organizational data and technology assets.
Through this multi-certification pathway, learners develop a broad understanding of both the technical and managerial dimensions of information security. The program is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in cybersecurity management, information systems auditing, security administration, risk management, compliance, and information security leadership.
The Information Security Professional Program provides an intermediate-to-advanced pathway covering information security management, information systems auditing, cybersecurity governance, risk management, and enterprise security. The program combines three certification-focused courses to give learners exposure to both the managerial and technical dimensions of information security.
Course 1: Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
The Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) course focuses on the management and governance of enterprise information security. World Education describes the course as designed for individuals seeking to enhance their Information Security Management expertise and demonstrate mastery of security-management skills in a global environment.
Course topics include:
Information Security Governance
Enterprise Security Strategy
Information Security Risk Management
Risk Identification and Assessment
Security Policies and Controls
Information Security Program Development
Information Security Program Management
Security Performance and Reporting
Incident Management and Response
Business Continuity and Recovery
CISM Certification Exam Preparation
Course 2: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) course develops skills related to auditing, controlling, monitoring, and assessing organizational information systems. World Education's catalog identifies five principal areas aligned with the CISA examination: the information systems auditing process, IT governance and management, systems acquisition/development/implementation, operations and business resilience, and protection of information assets.
Course topics include:
Information Systems Auditing Process
Audit Planning and Execution
Governance and Management of IT
IT Strategy, Policies, and Organizational Structures
Information Systems Acquisition and Development
Systems Implementation and Testing
Information Systems Operations
Business Resilience and Continuity
Information Asset Protection
Security Controls and Risk Management
CISA Certification Exam Preparation
Course 3: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
The Certified Information Systems Security Pro (CISSP) course provides comprehensive, domain-aligned preparation for experienced cybersecurity professionals pursuing the CISSP examination. World Education describes the program as rigorous certification preparation for one of the globally recognized information security credentials.
Course topics include:
Security and Risk Management
Asset Security
Security Architecture and Engineering
Communications and Network Security
Identity and Access Management
Security Assessment and Testing
Security Operations
Software Development Security
Enterprise Security Practices
CISSP Certification Exam Preparation
Upon successful completion of the program, learners will be able to:
Analyze information security risks and vulnerabilities and recommend appropriate controls to protect organizational information systems, data, and technology assets.
Apply information security governance and risk management principles to support organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and cybersecurity strategies.
Evaluate information systems through auditing and assessment techniques to identify control weaknesses, compliance concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
Develop and manage information security programs that incorporate security policies, incident response, access controls, business continuity, and ongoing risk monitoring.
Assess security architecture, technologies, and operational practices to support the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of organizational information assets.
Demonstrate knowledge aligned with CISM, CISA, and CISSP certification domains, preparing learners to pursue industry-recognized certification examinations and advanced roles in information security, cybersecurity management, auditing, governance, risk, and compliance.
Included Certification Vouchers upon successful completion of the program are available, CISM and CISA.
Together, the three courses create a progression from security governance and management → information systems auditing and compliance → enterprise cybersecurity and security architecture. Learners completing the full program will have studied concepts aligned with the CISM, CISA, and CISSP certification pathways, providing preparation for advanced responsibilities in cybersecurity management, information systems auditing, governance, risk, compliance, and information security.
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.