Information Security Certifications in New York City
The Importance of Information Security Certifications
As more and more confidential information is stored and processed electronically and transmitted across company networks, as well as the Internet, the risk of unauthorized access increases. Naturally, the steady occurrence of data breaches and attacks on sensitive and confidential information is making data protection a critical component of an organization's leadership and governance strategy. As a result, IT departments endure the growing challenge of applying the best possible practices which will protect and secure company information.
New Horizons New York City offers a full selection of Information Security Certifications to help you earn today's top IT industry certifications from vendors and associations such as Microsoft, Cisco, Citrix, and CompTIA.
The Value of Security Certifications
Obtaining an information security certification with New Horizons New York City is an excellent way to protect your organizations from various security breaches. Information security certifications allow you to:
- Obtain professional recognition
- Implement new technologies in a cost-effective way
- Make your resume stand out from other IT candidates
- Provide the best use of your training budget
- Demonstrate core competence in key information security technologies
Additional Benefits of Training with New Horizons
In addition to traditional instructor-led training, New Horizons provides clients with high-quality live access from any location, giving you the most convenient, engaging and customized training through a platform called Online LIVE.
Join the thousands who have received expert, instruction through Online LIVE (OLL). This innovative learning experience creates a highly interactive environment between a live instructor and students. You can attend Online LIVE Information Security Certification training from any computer—from work, from the road or from a local New Horizons center. Plus, all Online LIVE classes are
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Key Information Security Courses Offered
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner—CASP schedule |
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The CASP certification designates IT professionals with advanced-level security skills. The CASP certification was accredited by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) in 2011. Additionally, the certification may be kept current through the CompTIA Continuing Education program.
CompTIA Security+ schedule |
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Security+ Certification training is ideal for anyone interested in learning more about IT security risks, and how to protect your IT infrastructure and information. Whether your goal is to become Security+ certified for your job, to prove your basic knowledge of security concepts or gain more knowledge to secure your network, New Horizons training and Security+ certification is the perfect solution. The CompTIA Security+ certification is accredited by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The CompTIA Security+ certification may be kept current through the CompTIA Continuing Education program.
Certified Information Systems Security Professional—CISSP schedule |
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A CISSP is an information assurance professional who defines the architecture, design, management and/or controls that assure the security of business environments. The vast breadth of knowledge and the experience it takes to pass the exam is what sets the CISSP apart. The credential demonstrates a globally recognized standard of competence provided by the (ISC)² CBK which covers critical topics in security today, including cloud computing, mobile security, application development security, risk management and more.
Certified Ethical Hacker—CEH schedule |
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The CEH certification will fortify the application knowledge of security officers, auditors, security professionals, site administrators and anyone who is concerned about the integrity of the network infrastructure. This certification immerses students in an interactive environment where they will learn how to scan, test, hack and secure their own systems. Students then learn how intruders escalate privileges and what steps can be taken to secure a system.
Cisco Certified Network Associate—CCNA Security schedule |
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A CCNA Security certification validates associate-level knowledge and skills required to secure Cisco networks. With a CCNA Security certification, a network professional demonstrates the skills required to develop a security infrastructure, recognize threats and vulnerabilities to networks, and mitigate security threats. The CCNA Security curriculum emphasizes core security technologies, the installation, troubleshooting and monitoring of network devices to maintain integrity, confidentiality and availability of data and devices, and competency in the technologies that Cisco uses in its security structure.
Cisco Certified Network Professional—CCNP Security schedule |
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With a CCNP Security certification, a network professional can secure and manage network infrastructures to protect productivity and reduce costs. The content emphasizes topics such as perimeter security, virtual private networks and intrusion protection, as well as how to combine these technologies in a single, integrated network security solution.
Certified Hacking Forensics Investigator—CHFI schedule |
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The CHFI course will give participants the necessary skills to identify an intruder's footprints and to properly gather the necessary evidence to prosecute. Many of today's top tools of the forensic trade will be taught during this course, including software, hardware and specialized techniques. The need for businesses to become more efficient and integrated with one another, as well as the home user, has given way to a new type of criminal, the "cyber-criminal."
Certified Information Systems Auditor—CISA schedule |
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In this course students will perform evaluations of organizational policies, procedures and processes to ensure that an organization's information systems align with overall business goals and objectives. This course is aligned to the objectives established by Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) for the CISA exam.
Certified Information Security Manager—CISM schedule |
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The uniquely management-focused CISM certification promotes international security practices and recognizes the individual who manages, designs, oversees and assesses an enterprise's information security. This course is aligned with objectives established by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) for the CISM exam.
Licensed Penetration Tester—LPT schedule |
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The LPT standardizes the knowledge base for penetration testing professionals by incorporating best practices followed by experienced experts in the field. The objective of the LPT is to ensure that each professional licensed by EC-Council follows a strict code of ethics, is exposed to the best practices in the domain of penetration testing and aware of all the compliance requirements required by the industry.
Certified Accreditation Professional—CAP schedule |
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The CAP credential applies to professionals responsible for formalizing processes used to assess risk and establish security requirements, as well as ensure information systems possess security commensurate with the level of exposure to potential risk. This credential is an objective measure of the knowledge, skills and abilities required for those involved in the Certification and Accreditation process.
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