NSA Centers Of Academic Excellence

 

Below is a complete list of all NSA Centers of Academic Excellence. The directory contains more than 150 schools:

 

Auburn University

Auburn University, Alabama. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance Minor

 

Jacksonville State University

Jacksonville, Alabama. NSA CAE

Programs:

MS in Computer Systems and Software Design – Information Security and Assurance Concentration

 

Snead State Community College

Boaz, Alabama. NSA CAE

Programs:

Committee on National Security Systems (CNSS) Certificate

 

 

Tuskegee University

Tuskegee, Alabama. NSA CAE

Programs:

CNSSI-4012, National Information Assurance Training Standard for Senior Systems Manager (SSM)

NSTISSI-4011, National Training Standard for Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Professionals

BS in Information Technology – Network Administration/Security

Master of Science In Information Systems and Security Management

 

University of Alabama At Birmingham

Birmingham, Alabama. NSA CAE

Programs:

Computer Forensics Certificate Program

MS in Computer Forensics and Security Management

Certificate in Computer Forensics

Master of Science In Computer Forensics and Security Management (MSCFSM) 

 

University of South Alabama

Mobile, Alabama. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Cyber Assurance

Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Professionals NSTISSI 4011 Certificate 

 

University of Alaska Fairbanks

Fairbanks, Alaska. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Technology – Network and Cybersecurity AAS

 

Arizona State University

Tempe, Arizona. NSA CAE

Programs:

B.S in Computer Science

M.C.S in Computer Science

Ph.D. in Computer Science

B.S.E in Computer Systems Engineering

M.S. in Computer Science

 

University of Advancing Technology

Tempe, Arizona. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information Assurance

Network Security Bachelor of Science 

 

University of Arizona

Tucson, Arizona. NSA CAE

Programs:

AZSecure Cybersecurity Fellowship PRogram (MS-MIS)

MS in Management Information Systems With Emphasis in Information Assurance

MISonline – Enterprise Security Certificate

PhD in MIS with Emphasis in Information Assurance

 

University Of Arkansas At Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Minor in Information Assurance

Technical Certificate in Information Assurance

 

University of Arkansas

Fayetteville, Arkansas. NSA CAE

Programs:

M.S. in Computer Science – Information Assurance

Ph.D. in Computer Engineering – Information Assurance

M.S. in Computer Engineering – Information Assurance

Ph.D in Computer Science – Information Assurance

 

California State Polytechnic University – Pomona

Pomona, California. NSA CAE

Programs:

Computer Information Systems Undergraduate Program: Information Assurance Track

 

California State University – Sacramento

Sacramento, California. NSA CAE

Programs:

Certificate in Information Assurance and Security

 

California State University – San Bernardino

San Bernardino, California. NSA CAE

Programs:

B.S. Administration – Information Assurance & Security Management (cyber security) Concentration

Cybersecurity Certificate

Master of Public Administration – Cyber Security Concentration

Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Certificate

Certificate in Cybersecurity

Information Assurance Certificate Program

Masters of Business Administration, Concentration: Cyber Security

 

Naval Postgraduate School

NSA CAE

Programs:

Cyber Security Adversarial TEchniques Graduate Certificate

Cyber Security Fundamentals Graduate Certificate

Cyber Security Defense Graduate Certificate

MS in Computer Security – Computer Systems & Operations (CSO) Track

Ph.D. in Computer Science (Computer Systems and Security Specialization)

Information Systems SEcurity Engineering (ISSE) Certificate

MS in Computer Security – Information Security & Assurance (ISA) Track

 

University of California – Davis

Davis, California. NSA CAE

Programs:

MS in Computer Science – Information Assurance Focus

PhD in Computer Science – Information Assurance Focus

 

University of California – Irvine

Irvine, California. NSA CAE

Programs

Information Systems Security Certificate Program

 

University of Southern California

Los Angeles, California. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Cyber Security (MCBS)

 

Colorado Technical University

Colorado Springs, Colorado. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelors of Science in Cyber Security

Bachelors of Science in Cyber Security – Information Assurance

Bachelors of Science in Cyber Security – Computer Systems Security

Master of Science in Computer Science – Computer Systems Security Concentration

 

Regis University

Denver, Colorado. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information Assurance – Cyber Security Specialization

Graduate Cyber Security Certificate

 

University of Colorado Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs, Colorado. NSA CAE

Programs

Certificate in Secure Software Systems

Master of Engineering – Focus in Information Assurance

Graduate Certificate in Security Intelligence

PhD in Engineering – Concentration in Security

 

University of Denver

Denver, Colorado. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Systems Security Certificate

Information Systems Security Master Degree

MS Cyber Security

 

University of Connecticut

Groton, Connecticut. NSA CAE

Programs:

Advanced Engineering Certificate in Cybersecurity

Minor in Information Assurance

 

Wilmington University

New Castle, Delaware. NSA CAE

Programs:

Computer and Network Security (BS Completion program)

Digital Evidence Investigation Certificate

Digital Evidence Discovery Certificate

 

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Tallahassee, Florida. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance Certificate Program

 

Florida Atlantic University

Boca Raton, Florida. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Management Information Systems (MIS) – Specialization In Information Security And Business Analytics

Master of Science in Applied Mathematics and Statistics – cryptology path

Bachelor of Public Safety Administration – specialization in cybersecurity

 

Florida Institute of Technology

Melbourne, Florida. NSA CAE

Programs:

MS – Information Assurance & Cybersecurity

MBA in Cybersecurity

 

Florida State University

Tallahassee, Florida. NSA CAE

NSTISSI-4011 (Security Professional) Certificate

CNSSI-4014 (Security Officer) Certificate

 

Nova Southeastern University

Fort Lauderdale, Florida. NSA CAE

Programs

Master of Science in Information Security (MSIS)

Graduate Certificate in Information Security Management

 

Polytechnic University of Puerto Rico

Miami, Florida. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Certificate in Information Assurance and Security (GCIAS)

Information Assurance Specialization in the Master in Computer Science Program

Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics (GCDF)

Information Assurance Specialization in the Master in Computer Engineering

 

Valencia College

Orlando, Florida. NSA CAE

Programs:

Cybersecurity Certificate

Digital Forensics Technical Certificate

 

Clark Atlanta University

Atlanta, Georgia. NSA CAE

Programs:

M.S. Degree in Computer Science with concentration in Computer Network and Security

 

Columbus State University

Columbus, Georgia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Systems Security Professional

Information Systems Security Officer

 

Georgia Tech

Atlanta, Georgia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information Security

Cyber Security Certificate

 

 

Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, Georgia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT) concentration on Information Security and Assurance (ISA)

Graduate Certificate in Information Security

Information Security & Assurance Major

Graduate Certificate Program in Information Security and Assurance

Undergraduate Certificate in Information Security

Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) specialization in Information Security and Assurance

 

Honolulu Community College

Honolulu, Hawaii. NSA CAE

Programs:

Certificate of Achievement in Information Assurance

Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Security and Assurance (ISA)

 

University of Hawaii – West OAHU

Kapolei, Hawaii. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Applied Science in Information Security and Assurance

 

Idaho State University

Pocatello, Idaho. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance MBA

Computer Information System major with Information Assurance Focus

 

 

University of Idaho

Moscow, Idaho. NSA CAE

Programs:

PhD in Computer Science – Information Assurance

MS in Computer Science – Information Assurance

 

Depaul University

Chicago, Illinois. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Computer, Information and Network Security

 

 

Illinois Institute of Technology

Chicago, Illinois. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master Certificate in Cyber Security Management

Master of Cyber Forensics and Security Program

Certificate in Information Security And Assurance

Master Certificate in Cyber Security Technologies

 

Illinois State University

Normal, Illinois. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information Systems-Network and Security Management

Information Assurance and Security Graduate Certificate

 

Lewis University

Romeoville, Illinois. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information Security (MSIS)

Online Master of Science in Computer Science (Cyber Security Concentration)

BS in Information Security and Risk Management

Master of Science in Information Security (MSIS) Online Program

 

 

Moraine Valley Community College

Palos Hills, Illinois. NSA CAE

Programs:

IT Security Specialist Certificate

 

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

Carbondale, Illinois. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelors in Information Systems Technologies – Network and Information Security Focus

 

University of Illinois At Springfield

Springfield, Illinois. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Security

 

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign

Champaign, Illinois. NSA CAE

Programs:

Undergraduate Certificate in Global Security

Computer Security Certificate 

 

Indiana University Bloomington

Bloomington, Indiana. NSA CAE

Programs:

M.S. In Security Informatics

 

 

Ivy Tech Community College

Indianapolis, Indiana. NSA CAE

Programs:

Associate of Science Degree in Cyber Security/Information Assurance

Network Penetration Certificate

Technical Certificate in Cyber Security-Information Assurance

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Cyber Security-Information Assurance

Digital Forensics Certificate

Network Security Certificate

 

Purdue University

West Lafayette, Indiana. NSA CAE

Programs:

Interdisciplinary Master’s Program in Information Security

Master of Science in Computer Science – Information Security Focus

CERIAS – Information Assurance Education Graduate Certificate Program

Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program in Information Security

PhD in CS With Focus in Info Security

 

Iowa State University

Ames, Iowa. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Engineering (MENGR) in Information Assurance

PhD in Computer Engineering with Focus in Information Assurance

PhD in Mathematics with Focus on Information Assurance

Information Assurance Graduate Certificate Online

Master of Science (MS) in Information Assurance (IA)

PhD in Computer Science with Focus on Information Assurance

 

Fort Hays State University

Hays, Kansas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Professional Studies – Information Assurance Management

BS or BA in Information Networking and Telecommunications with Concentration in Computer Networking and Telecommunications with Information Assurance Emphasis

Master of Professional Studies – Cybersecurity

 

Kansas State University

Manhattan, Kansas. NSA CAE.

Programs:

Security with CS Degree

Master of Science in Engineering – Security Specialization

 

Manhattan Area Technical College

Manhattan, Kansas. NSA CAE

Programs:

CNSS 4011 Certificate – Information System Security Professionals (INFOSEC)

 

University of Kansas

Lawrence, Kansas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information Technology with a Focus in Information Assurance and Security

 

Bossier Parish Community College

Bossier City, Louisiana. NSA CAE

Programs:

Certificate of Technical Studies in Information Systems Security Professionals

Associate of Applied Science in Cyber Technology (Network Security Concentration)

 

Louisiana Tech University

Ruston, Louisiana. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance Certificate Program

 

University of New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana. NSA CAE

Programs:

Phd with Focus in Information Assurance

B.S in Computer Science with Concentration in Information Assurance

M.S in Computer Science with Concentration in Information Assurance

 

Anne Arundel Community College

Arnold, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Advanced Cyber Forensics Certificate

Associate of Applied Science in Information Assurance and Cyber Forensics

Associate of Applied Science in Network Management

Network Security Certificate

Advanced Network Security Certificate

Associate of Applied Science in Information Assurance and Cyber Security

Cyber Forensics Certificate

Server Administration and Security Certificate

 

Bowie State University

Bowie, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

MS in Management Information Systems (Concentration: Information Assurance (MSIA)

 

Capitol college

Laurel, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Computer and Network Security Certificate

Bachelor of Science in Cyber and Information Security

Master of Science in Information Assurance

 

College of Southern Maryland

La Plata, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Systems Security

 

Hagerstown Community College

Hagerstown, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Advanced Network Security, Cybersecurity Certificate

Cybersecurity AAS

Network Security, Cybersecurity Certificate

Cisco CCNA Preparation, Cybersecurity Certificate

Cybersecurity AS

 

Harford Community College

Bel Air, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Certificate in Information Systems Security

Associate of Applied Sciences in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity

 

Howard Community College

Columbia, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

AA in Cybersecurity

 

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Security Informatics

 

Montgomery College

Rockville, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Cisco Certified Network Associate + Security Preparation Certificate

Advanced Network Security Certificate

Cybersecurity AAS

 

Prince George’s Community College

Largo, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Cybersecurity Certificate

Cybersecurity Associate of Applied Science

Cybersecurity Certificate in Management

 

The Community College of Baltimore County

Baltimore, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Security Certificate

Associate of Applied Science in Information Security

 

 

Towson University

Towson, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science focusing on Security

Graduate Certificate in Information Assurance and Security

MS in Computer Science with Focus on Security

Combined major in Computer Science and Mathematics with a focus on Security

MS in Applied Information Technology: Information Assurance and Security

 

United States Naval Academy

Annapolis, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Cyber Operations Major

 

University of Maryland-Baltimore County

Baltimore, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master in Professional Studies with a focus on Cyber Security

Graduate Certificate in Professional studies: Cybersecurity Policy and Strategy

 

University of Maryland-College Park

College Park, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS in Computer Engineering with focus in Cybersecurity

Graduate Certificate in Engineering with focus in Cybersecurity

BS In Computer Science with specialization in Cybersecurity

Master of Engineering in Cybersecurity

 

University of Maryland-University College

Adelphi, Maryland. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS In Computer Networks and Security

BS in Software Development and Security

Certificate in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigation

Certificate in Information Assurance

Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Policy

Master of Science in Cybersecurity

Master of Science in Digital Forensics and Cyber Investigation

Master of Science in Information Technology – Information Assurance

BS in Cybersecurity

Certificate in Computer Networking

Certificate in Homeland Security Management

Foundations of Cybersecurity Certificate

Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Technology

Master of Science in Cybersecurity Policy

Master of Science in Information Technology – Homeland Security Management

Minor in Cyber Security

 

Boston University

Boston, Massachusetts. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Certificate in Information Security

MS in Computer Information Systems with Concentration in Security

MS in Computer Science with Specialization in Cyber Security

MS in Computer Engineering Specialization in Cyber Security

MS in Computer Science with Concentration in Cyber Security

 

Northeastern University

Boston, Massachusetts. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Certificate in Information Security Management

PhD in Information Assurance

M.S. Information Assurance

 

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Amherst, Massachusetts. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS in Computer Science with Security & Privacy Track

 

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Worcester, Massachusetts. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity

MS in Computer Science – Specialization in Security

PhD in Electrical and Computer Engineering – Cyber Security path

Information Security Graduate Certificate

PhD in Computer Science – Cybersecurity focus

 

Eastern Michigan University

Ypsilanti, Michigan. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance Major

 

Ferris State University

Big Rapids, Michigan. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Information Security Intelligence

Master of Science in Information Security and Intelligence

 

University of Detroit Mercy

Detroit, Michigan. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS/MS in Cyber Security and Intelligence Studies 5 year commitment

Master of Science in Information Assurance

 

Capella University

Minneapolis, Minnesota. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Information Assurance and Security

Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology – Information Assurance and Security

Graduate Certificate in Information Assurance and Security

Master of Science in Information Assurance and Security – Healthcare Security

Doctor of Information Technology – Information Assurance and Security

Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics

Information Security Certificate

Master of Science in Information Assurance and Security – Digital Forensics

Master of Science in Information Assurance and Security – Network Defense

 

Inver Hills Community College

Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. NSA CAE

Programs:

AAS Network Technology and Security

Advanced Network Security Certificate

 

Metropolitan State University

Saint Paul, Minnesota. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance (BAS)

MIS Information Assurance  (Security) Certificate

 

Minneapolis Community And Technical College

Minneapolis, Minnesota. NSA CAE

Programs:

Computer Forensics AAS Degrees

 

Saint Cloud State University

Saint Cloud, Minnesota. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA)

MS in Information Assurance

 

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, Minnesota. NSA CAE

Programs:

MS in Computer Science in Computer and Network Security

PhD concentration in Computer and Network Security

 

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State, Mississippi. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance Professional Certificate

Ph.D in Computer Science – Computer Security Concentration

MS in Computer Science – Computer Security Concentration

 

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Rolla, Missouri. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance & Security Officer Essentials Graduate Certificate

Big Data Management and Security Graduate Certificate

 

University of Missouri-Columbia

Columbia, Missouri. NSA CAE

Programs:

PhD in Computer Science with a focus in Information Assurance

 

Bellevue University

Bellevue, Nebraska. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security

Cybersecurity Certificate of Completion – Undergraduate

Cybersecurity Certificate of Completion – Graduate

Master of Science in Cybersecurity

 

University of Nevada-Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Informatics

 

Dartmouth College

Hanover, New Hampshire. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Computer Science – Information Security (Assurance) Concentration

Bachelor of Computer Science – Systems Security Engineering Concentration

 

Fairleigh Dickinson University

Madison, New Jersey. NSA CAE

Programs:

Computer Security and Forensic Administration

 

 

New Jersey City University

Jersey City, New Jersey. NSA CAE

Programs:

The National Security Agency Certificate for Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) – Standard 4014

Information Security Standard (INFOSEC) 4011

 

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Newark, New Jersey. NSA CAE

Programs:

MS in IT Administration and Security (MS IT AS)

Master of Science in Cyber Security and Privacy (MS CSP)

 

Stevens Institute of Technology

Hoboken, New Jersey. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

Master of Science in Computer Science – Secure Systems Path

PhD in Computer Science – Computer Security

Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate

Master of Science – Cybersecurity

Master of Science in Enterprise Security and Risk Management

Secure Network Systems Design Graduate Certificate

 

New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology

Socorro, New Mexico. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology – Security and Assurance Track

 

University of New Mexico-Main Campus

Albuquerque, New Mexico. NSA CAE

Programs:

The Master of Science in Information Systems and Assurance

 

Albany Boces – Adult Practical Nursing Program

Albany, New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science with Major in Cybersecurity

 

Erie Community College

Buffalo, New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Systems Security Certificate

 

Excelsior College

Albany, New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (Dual Degree Option For MS Cybersecurity)

Graduate Cybersecurity Certificate

Undergraduate Cybersecurity Certificate

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (cybersecurity)

Bachelor of Science in Nuclear Engineering Technology (Dual Degree Option MBA Cybersecurity)

Master of Science in Cyber Security

 

Mercy College

Dobbs Ferry, New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity 

Master of Science in Cyber Security

 

New York University

New York,New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

PhD in Cybersecurity

Master of Science in Cybersecurity

 

Pace University – New York

New York,New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

Advanced Certificate in Chief Information Security Management Officers (CISMO)

Advanced Certificate in Security and Information Assurance

Bachelor of Science in Professional Technology Studies – Computer Forensics Concentration

Master of Science in Internet Technology – Security and Information Assurance Concentration 

Master of Science in Computer Science – Network and Security Concentration

Master of Science in Information Systems – Security Planning and Auditing Concentration

Advanced Certificate in Secure Software and Information Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Security and Information Assurance Concentration

Certificate in Information Assurance in the Criminal Justice System

Master of Science in Computer Science – Web Security Concentration

Master of Science in Information Systems – Security and Information Assurance Concentration

 

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester, New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

Advanced Certificate in Information Assurance

BS/MS in Computer Security

MS in Computer Science – Security Cluster

BS Computing Security

MS Computing Security

PhD in Computing and Information Sciences – Computing Security Focus

 

Syracuse University

Syracuse, New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS in Information Management & Technology – Information Security Management Concentration

Certificate of Advanced Study in Information Security Management

MS in Information Management – Information Security Management Focus

BS in Systems and Information Science with Security Management Technical Sequence and Information Assurance and Security IAS

Master of Science in Cybersecurity

MS in Telecommunications and Network Management – Information Security Management Focus

 

United States Military Academy

West Point, New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Electronic and Information Technology Systems (EITS) – Information Assurance

 

University At Buffalo

Buffalo, New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

Advanced Certificate Program in Information Assurance

 

Utica College

Utica, New York. NSA CAE

Programs:

Online Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

Online Master of Science in Cybersecurity

Online MBA in Cybersecurity

Online Master of Professional Studies in Cyber Policy and Risk Analysis

Online MBA in Cyber Policy

 

East Carolina University

Greenville, North Carolina. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance Certificate

 

 

Forsyth Technical Community College

Winston Salem, North Carolina. NSA CAE

Programs:

Associate of Applied Science in Cyber Crime Technology

Certificate in Cyber Crime Technology

Associate of Applied Science in Information Systems Security

 

North Carolina A&T State University

Greensboro, North Carolina. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Program in Information Assurance

Undergraduate Program in Information Assurance

 

University of North Carolina At Charlotte

Charlotte, North Carolina. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Arts in Software and Information Systems

Master of Science Degree In Information Technology – Network Security Administration

PhD in Computing and Information Systems

Graduate Certificate in Information Security and Privacy

Master of Science Degree in Information Technology – Secure Software Development

 

Air Force Institute of Technology – Graduate School of Engineering and Management

Wright – Patterson AFB, Ohio. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance Certificate Program IACP

 

Ohio State University- Main Campus

Columbus, Ohio. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelors of Science with a major in Computer and Information Science – Concentration Security

Bachelors of Science in Computer Science and Engineering – Information Security Focus

 

Owens Community College

Perrysburg, Ohio. NSA CAE

Programs:

System Security and Information Assurance Major, AAB

Network and Security Systems Security Certificate

 

Sinclair Community College

Dayton, Ohio. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Systems Security – Short Term Certificate

Microsoft Security Specialist – Associate of Applied Science

Security Computer Systems – Associate of Applied Science Short Certificate

Linux Security and Networking – Short Certificate

Secure System Administration – Associate of Applied Science

 

Francis Tuttle Technology Center

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NSA CAE

Programs:

Associate of Applied Science Technology – Cyber Security Focus: Wide Area Networks

 

Oklahoma City Community College

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NSA CAE

Programs:

Cyber/information Security Certificate

OCCC Associate Degree in Science in Cyber Information Security

OCCC Associate Degree in Applied Science in Cyber Information Security

 

Oklahoma State University – Main Campus

Stillwater, Oklahoma. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Certificate in Information Assurance

Master of Science in Telecommunications Management – Information Assurance Emphasis

Management Information Systems Bachelor’s Degree – Information Assurance Emphasis

 

Rose State College

Midwest City, Oklahoma. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Security Certificate Program

 

University of Tulsa

Tulsa, Oklahoma. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Security Certificate

Information System Security Officer: CNSSI 4014 A

Systems Certifier: NSTISSI 4015

Information Security Personnel: NSTISSI 4011 

Risk Analyst: CNSSI 4016 A

 

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. NSA CAE

Programs:

Computer Information Systems Undergraduate Program: Information Assurance Track

Master of Science in Information Security (MSIS)

Master of Science in Information Technology

MSIT-Information Security (IS)

Master of Science in Information Networking (MSIN)

Master of Science in Information Security Policy and Management (MSISPM)

Master of Science in Information Technology-Information Security

PhD in ECE: Mobility Research Center

 

Drexel University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Cyber security

Certificate in Computing and Security Technology

 

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. NSA CAE

Programs:

MS Information Security 

Bachelor of Science in Computer Security

 

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Indiana, Pennsylvania. NSA CAE

Programs:

CNSS 4011 Certification

 

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

University Park, Pennsylvania. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Security and Risk Analysis (SRA)

Bachelor of Science Degree in Security and Risk Analysis (SRA): Intelligence Analysis and Modeling

Certificate in Information Systems Cybersecurity

Information Systems Security Postbaccalaureate Certificate

Master’s of Professional Studies in Information Sciences – Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

MS in Information Systems and Technology – Security Focus

Bachelor of Science Degree in Security and Risk analysis (SRA): Information and Cyber Security

Bachelor of Science Degree in Security and Risk Analysis (RSA): Social Factors and Risk

Information and Cyber Security Credit Certificate

Master of Professional Studies in Homeland Security- Information Security and Forensics Option

Master of Professional Studies in Information Sciences, with an option to study in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance

Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Information Systems Cyber Security

 

University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh Campus

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS in Information Sciences: Network and Security Specialization

Certificate of Advanced Study in Telecommunications Security

Master of Science in Telecommunications – Security

CAS in Security Assured Information Systems (SAIS)

Doctor of Philosophy in Information Science – Computer and network Security

MS in Information Systems: Information Assurance and Security

 

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

West Chester, Pennsylvania. NSA CAE

Programs:

Undergraduate Computer Security Certificate

Graduate Computer Security Certificate

 

University of Rhode Island

Kingston, Rhode Island. NSA CAE

Programs:

Professional Certificate in Cyber Security

Cyber Security Graduate Certificate

 

University of South Carolina – Columbia

Columbia, South Carolina. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Assurance and Security Certificate

 

Dakota State University

Madison, South Dakota. NSA CAE

Programs:

Doctor of Science in Cyber Security

Cyber Operations, Bachelor of Science

Master of Science in Information Assurance and Computer Security (MSIA)

 

Fountainhead College of Technology

Knoxville, Tennessee. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Applied Science in Network Security & Forensics

 

Jackson State Community College

Jackson, Tennessee. NSA CAE

Programs:

Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems: Cyber Defense Concentration

 

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

Chattanooga, Tennessee. NSA CAE

Programs:

Advanced Information Systems Security Certificate

Certificate in Information Systems Security

Certificate in Advanced Information Systems Security

 

University of Memphis

Memphis, Tennessee. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Certificate in Information Assurance

MS in Business Administration with Concentration in Management Information Systems

Graduate Certificate Program in Business Information Assurance

 

Our Lady of the Lake University – San Antonio

San Antonio, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information Systems And Security (MS-ISS)

BA in Computer Information Systems and Security – Security Track

 

Richland College

Dallas, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Digital Forensic Analyst Advanced Technical Certificate

Information Systems Security (INFOSEC) Professionals, NSTISSI 4011

Digital Forensics AAS

 

San Antonio college

San Antonio, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Associate of Applied Science in Information Security and Assurance

Certificate in Information Security and Assurance

Marketable Skills Award Certificate: Cyber First Responders

Certificate in Computer Forensics

Information Technology and Security Academy (ITSA) Certificate

 

Southern Methodist University

Dallas, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science with path in Security

Master of Science with Major in Security Engineering

Master of Science with a Major in Computer Science – Concentration in Security

 

St. Phillip’s College

San Antonio, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

CompTIA Security+ + Certification Preparation MSAC

Information Security and Assurance AAS

Information Security and Assurance Certificate

 

Texas A&M University-College Station

College Station, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Certificate in Information Assurance

 

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS in CIS in Cyber Security and Infrastructure

MS in Computer Science – Networking and Security

 

Texas A&M University San Antonio

San Antonio, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences Information Technology or Information Assurance and Security Concentration

 

The University of Texas at Austin

Austin, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Certificate in Information Security

 

The University of Texas at Dallas

Richardson, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Certificate in Cybersecurity Systems (CCSS)

Minor in Information Assurance

MS in Computer Science – Information Assurance Concentration

Graduate Certificate in Information Assurance

Undergraduate Certificate in Information Assurance

 

The University of Texas At El Paso

El Paso, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security

 

University of Dallas

Irving, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Cybersecurity Certificate Coursework

Master of Science in Cybersecurity

 

University of Houston

Houston, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information System Security

Information System Security Certificate Program

 

University of North Texas

Denton, Texas. NSA CAE

Programs:

Security Certificate

 

Brigham Young University –  Provo

Provo, Utah. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS in Information Technology Emphasis in Cyber security

MS in information Technology Emphasis in Cyber Security

 

Champlain College

Burlington, Vermont. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS in Computer Forensics and Digital Investigations

Computer Forensics and Digital Investigation Certificate

Information Security Certificate

Master of Science in Information Security Operations

BS in Computer Networking and Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Certificate

Master of Science in Digital Forensics

 

Norwich University

Northfield, Vermont. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Information Security and Assurance

 

George Mason University

Fairfax, Virginia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Applied Cyber Security Graduate Certificate

Certificate Program in Telecommunications and Forensics and Security

Masters in Information Security Assurance 

MS in Computer Forensics

BAS Concentration in Cybersecurity

MS in Computer Forensics

MS in Computer Engineering-Network and Systems Security

MS in Management of Secure Information Systems

 

Hampton University

Hampton, Virginia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Systems Security Professionals, NSTISSI No. 4011 Certificate

Senior System Manager, CNSSI No. 4012 Certificate

Master of Science degree in Information Assurance

 

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, Virginia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Certificate in Network Security

Master of Science in Computer Science in Digital Forensics

Certificate in Secure Computer and Database Systems

Master of Science in Computer Science in Information Security

 

Marymount University

Arlington, Virginia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Speciality in Networking and Cybersecurity

MS Cybersecurity

Master of Science in Information Technology with concentration in Computer Security

Computer Security and Information Assurance Graduate Certificate

Cybersecurity Certificate

 

Norfolk State University

Norfolk, Virginia. NSA CAE

Programs:

BS in Computer Science – Information Assurance Emphasis

MS in Computer Science – Information Assurance Emphasis

MS Cybersecurity

 

Northern Virginia Community College

Annandale, Virginia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity Career Studies Certificate

 

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, Virginia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Undergraduate Minor in Cybersecurity

Graduate Certificate in Information Assurance

 

City University of Seattle

Seattle, Washington. NSA CAE

Programs:

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Emphasis in Information Security

Master of Science in Information Security

 

Highline Community College

Des Moines, Washington. NSA CAE

Programs:

Network Security Engineer, AAS

Network Administration and Security Certificate

 

University of Washington-Bothell Campus

Bothell, Washington. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master of Science in Cyber Security Engineering

 

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

Seattle, Washington. NSA CAE

Programs:

Certificate in Information Systems Security

 

University of Washington-Tacoma Campus

Tacoma,Washington. NSA CAE

Programs:

Master in Cybersecurity and Leadership (MCL)

 

Whatcom Community College

Bellingham, Washington. NSA CAE

Programs:

Associate of Applied Science – Transfer Degree in Cybersecurity

Certificate of Proficiency – Information Security Professional 

 

Blue Ridge Community and Technical College

Martinsburg, West Virginia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Information Security Certificate

 

West Virginia University

Morgantown, West Virginia. NSA CAE

Programs:

Graduate Certificate in Computer Forensics

Information Assurance and Biometrics Certificate Program

 

What Are NSA CAE IA/CD Schools

 

In order to promote higher education in cyber security, the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have joined hands together to nominate a number of different institutions as National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance/Cyber Defense (CAE IA/CD)

 

Any institution that is regionally accredited two year, four year and graduate level are able to apply for this designation.

 

In order to qualify for CAE IA/CD school, the school must meet a number of different general and academic requirements.

The designation is also only valid for 5 academic years after which it must be renewed.

 

Students who choose to go to CAE IA/CD School can get scholarships and grants through the Department of Defense Information Assurance Scholarship program or from the Scholarship Service Program.

 

A Short History of NSA CAE IA/CD Designated Schools

 

The entire concept of information assurance program came into being in 1998. This is when the US government was struggling and looking different ways to increase the number of cyber security professionals for the future. This is when many research and education initiatives were also taken.

 

They began by developing different projects that included:

 

Scholarship for Service Program

NSA National Centers of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education (CAE/IAE)

 

The Department of Homeland Security joined hands with the NSA in 2004 after the release of President’s National Strategy to Secure Cyber Space in 2003 was released.

 

The initiatives taken by the government have continued to grow till date.

 

In the year 2008, CAE in IA research program was built from the ground up to promote higher level doctoral research in the cyber security space

Similarly in 2010, the CAE started a two year IA education program that was built to accommodate two year institutions into the list of technical schools and government training centers.

 

The new NSA CAE IA/CD replaced all these programs.

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