Program Delivery
This is a part-time program and is delivered via online (asynchronous) classroom.
Program Description
The need for experts with a knowledge of ethics and cybersecurity is rapidly increasing. The recent number of IT security hacks and disruptions are leaving corporations, organizations, and individuals in vulnerable states. The need for cybersecurity professionals have never been higher, and those who understand the legal and ethical implications are even more sought-after. With Sheridan's Cybersecurity - Legal and Ethical Policies and Procedures Recognition of Achievement, students will be able to gain insight and knowledge into effective security plans that can save a company, creating defense networks based on trends, and ensure there is security compliance to protect infrastructures.
By the end of this program, students will be able to:
- Analyze and discuss issues surrounding privacy, privacy law, threats to privacy, and more
- Evaluate the current state of cybersecurity
- Examine Intellectual Property Law
- Describe different types of malicious software, viruses, malware attacks, vulnerabilities, and more
- Use basic programming concepts
- Evaluate business risks and liabilities
- Design and implement an IT Security Policy Framework
- and more!
Get well-versed in the legal and ethical side of cybersecurity and open the door to this lucrative career path today!
NOTE: This program is being discontinued. We will not be accepting new students. Students pursuing this credential will have until the end of Winter 2023 term to complete the program requirements
There are 2 new Cyber Security Micro-Credential Programs now available, more information can be found here:
Cyber Security Offensive Micro-credential
Cyber Security Defensive Micro-credential
Recommended Program Pathway
For those just entering the program, the recommended introductory course is:
Contact Us
If you have any questions, please contact our Opportunity Centre at caps@sheridancollege.ca or 905-874-4440.