Variant of the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Canada 2021 Version 1.0 for Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and Business, humanities, health, arts, social science and education (BHASE) groupings

11.1003 - Computer and information systems security/auditing/information assurance

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to assess the security needs of computer and network systems, recommend safeguard solutions, and manage the implementation, auditing, and maintenance of security devices, systems, and procedures. These programs include courses in computer architecture, programming, and systems analysis; networking; telecommunications; cryptography; security system auditing and design; applicable laws and regulations; risk assessment and policy analysis; contingency planning; user access issues; investigation techniques; and troubleshooting.

  • Illustrative example(s)

    • computer and network systems security
    • computer network security
    • computer networks and security
    • computer systems security
    • cyberspace security
    • information assurance
    • information systems security
    • internet security
    • IT security
    • network security

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  • Exclusion(s)

    • computer forensics(43.0403)
    • computer network administration(11.1001)
    • computer systems analyst(11.0501)
    • cybersecurity defense strategy(43.0404)
    • healthcare information privacy assurance and security(51.0723)
    • network management(11.1002)
    • security services(43.0109)
    • security system installation and maintenance(47.0110)
    • terrorism and counterterrorism operations(43.0399)
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