Workshop on designing and teaching information security curriculum

ABSTRACT

One of the continuing challenges facing the technology industry is the security and protection of the information contained within automated information systems. Advances in information security (InfoSec) have been unable to keep pace with advances in computing in general. One of the recognized ways to combat the threat to information systems is education needed to prepare students for employment creating a secure and ethical computing environment.

REFERENCES

• 1: Whitman, M. E. & Mattord, H. J. A Draft Model Curriculum for Programs of Study in Information Security and Assurance, 2005. Online document viewed 1/30/05. http://infosec.kennesaw.edu/presentations/InfoSecCurriculumModel.pdf

INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  C. Computer Systems Organization
  C.2 COMPUTER-COMMUNICATION NETWORKS
      C.2.0 General

Additional Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.3 COMPUTERS AND EDUCATION
      K.3.2 Computer and Information Science Education
  K.4 COMPUTERS AND SOCIETY
      K.4.1 Public Policy Issues
          Subjects: Abuse and crime involving computers

General Terms:
Human Factors, Legal Aspects, Security

Keywords:
information security, information security curriculum development, information security education