PHD Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology Information Assurance and Security specialization

Overview

Data and system security have become critical concerns in nearly every industry and government sector, creating a demand for high-level information security expertise. This online Information Assurance and Security PhD provides opportunities for advanced skill development and doctoral research in such topics as information confidentiality, integrity, governance, compliance and risk management.

Capella has been designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance Education (CAEIAE) for the academic years 2012–2017. Capella is one of the select four-year colleges and graduate-level universities given the CAEIAE designation. Visit the Center for Information Assurance Education, Capella's resource for developing knowledge related to information security.

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Degree outcomes

With your PhD in Information Assurance and Security from Capella, you'll learn to create new applications for improving practice, think critically about information technology problems and solutions, and formulate new theoretical constructs to advance knowledge in the area of information technology. Additionally, you'll know how to conduct scholarly research, communicate effectively, and develop professional skills in a chosen field or discipline. Discover specifically what you'll learn — and how you can apply it.

Career outcomes

Common jobs with an online PhD in Information Assurance and Security include faculty member, information security manager, information security consultant or vice president of information security. Potential workplaces include: corporation, government agency, information technology consulting firm, health care organization, global technology firm, and land-based or online college or university.