Information Security (MS)

The Master of Science in Information Security offers studies of a high level of complexity and specialization for the evaluation, analysis, administration and implementation of security strategies in computer information systems. The program is directed to all those professionals who hold a Bachelor in areas of Computer Sciences or Information Systems or their equivalent. It is also an alternative for the professional of any discipline who has approved specific courses in the computation area and wishes to enter the computation field. Graduates of the Program will be able to contribute their knowledge and skills in information security systems in public or private companies and institutions. The Program allows the interested student to aspire to obtain the following professional certifications: Certified Network Defense Professional (CNDP), Certified Cybercrime Forensic Investigator (CCFI), Certified Intrusion Detection Specialist (CIDS) and the option of the Certified Voice over Internet Security (CVoIP). The student will be responsible for obtaining these certifications through the Department of Continuing Education of the Metropolitan Campus.

The Metropolitan Campus is authorized to offer this Program through online education.

Competencies of Graduate Profile

The Master of Science in Information Security is designed to develop the skills that allow the student to:

Knowledge

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

1. the different security concepts.
2. vulnerabilities in an information system.

Abilities

1. Integrate security strategies into information systems.
2. Analyze digital evidence during a forensic investigation process in information systems.

Attitudes

1. Maintain a proactive vision of continuous technological advances in the area of security in information systems.
2. Consider the social, economic and legal repercussions on individuals, companies and organizations related to security in information systems.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the of Master of Science in Information Security, the candidate must meet the general admission requirements for a master’s degree, established by Inter American University of Puerto Rico in its Graduate Catalog and must meet the following specific requirements of the program:

To be admitted to the Program, the candidate must:

1. Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or educational institution, in any of the following areas:
   1. computation,
   2. information systems,
   3. mathematics,
   4. engineering,
   5. or related areas, subject to the evaluation of the coordinator.
2. Have an academic index of at least 3.0 in the last 60 credits.
3. Have approved a course of:
   1. Programming Logic or its equivalent
   2. Structured Programming in any of the following languages: Java, C#, C++ or its equivalent
   3. Networks and telecommunications or their equivalent
   4. Computer Security or its equivalent

Graduation Requirements

In addition to the graduation requirements established in the current Graduate Catalog, the following requirements are required:

1. Approve course 6980 INSE - Development of a Security Project to comply with section “Institutional Graduation Requirements for Master’s Programs” of this Catalog, in relation to the research seminars.
2. Have a minimum academic average of 3.00 points.

Requirements for the Master of Science in Information Security

Specialization Requirements	27 credits
Prescribed Distributive Requirements	6 credits
Total	33 credits

Specialization Requirements - 27 credits

INSE 5101	Fundamentals of Security in Networks I	3
INSE 5102	Fundamentals of Security in Networks II	3
INSE 5130	Cyber Fraud	3
INSE 5140	Security in E-Commerce	3
INSE 5201	Forensic Informatics I	3
INSE 5202	Forensic Informatics II	3
INSE 6100	Incident Management	3
INSE 6120	Risk Analysis	3
INSE 6980	Development of a Security Project	3

Prescribed Distributive Requirements - 6 credits

Six (6) prescribed distributive credits are required from the following courses: 

INSE 5400	Security in Networks of Voice on Internet (VOIP)	3
INSE 5600	Security in Databases	3
INSE 6200	Auditing of Information Systems	3
INSE 6400	Special Topics in Security	3
INSE 6130	Research Methodology	3