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Master of Science in EMSE
Concentration in Information Security Management

• the four core courses that form the basis of every degree offered at the Master's level in EMSE
  • EMSE 212, 260, 269, 283
    
• a six course program of master's level classes designed to give managers a comprehensive understanding of how to architect and manage the security of information in their enterprise environment
  • EMSE 218, 315, 313, 312, 314, 316
• two electives from a set of four approved options
  • EMSE 317, 318, 319, 320

The concentration core and elective courses contribute to a comprehensive set of learning objectives related to the systemic engineering and architecting of security in the contemporaneous enterprise.  This concentration is not exclusively about computer security, network security, or cryptography, although it contains elements of each of those disciplines.

The concentration is a disciplined approach to understanding the management, technical, and legal issues associated with the security of information from a multi-phased approach, resulting in optimal security within risk tolerances.  The focus is education rather than training, teaching students how to think about information security challenges in a structured framework.  Topics covered include elements of computer security but also include elements of personnel security, physical security, facilities security, and operational security.

The six concentration classes in the program are:

1. EMSE 218  Management of Information and Systems Security
2. EMSE 315  Legal Issues for Information Security Managers
3. EMSE 312  Protection of Information Assets and Systems
4. EMSE 313  Cryptographic Systems: Application, Management and Policy
5. EMSE 314  Auditing, Monitoring and Intrusion Detection for Infosec Managers
6. EMSE 316  Correction, Disaster Recovery and Organizational Continuity

The people who would most benefit from this program are those with management duties or aspirations.  The focus on the program is Engineering Management -- it is technical, but not overwhelmingly so. Students would benefit from a technical undergraduate degree before joining this program.

Tips and tricks for getting through the application process can be found here.

Points of Contact for Assistance

• Maria Escoto, Program Administrator for Alexandria
• Dr. Robin Meader, Director of Off-Campus Programs, EMSE
• Winnie Carr, Admissions
• Alvin Tobe, Graduation and Registrations Administrator
• Dr. Julie Ryan, Academic Lead