Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance

Ferrum College, a private nonprofit institution in Ferrum, VA, offers an associate degree in Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance. This program in the cybersecurity field (CIP 11.1003) provides foundational training in information security principles, network defense, and auditing practices relevant to entry-level IT security roles.

At Ferrum College, this cybersecurity associate degree is offered alongside a Registered Nursing associate degree, representing two distinct career-focused pathways available to students. Students in the information assurance program can expect coursework covering security fundamentals, risk management, systems auditing, and introductory networking concepts within a small college environment.