This course is ideal if you are already working in an information technology environment or if you wish to specialise in the field of information security. After successfully completing it, you gain industry-recognised certifications that will assist you in progressing further in this field. You focus on both the technical and managerial aspects of information security. The technically-focused modules involve you exploring a range of systems, tools and techniques at the cutting edge of technology. The managerial-focused modules give you an appreciation of the role information security has in an organisation and how it can be implemented and managed. On this course you: develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to work as a computing security professional; learn the concepts, principles, techniques and methodologies you need to design and assess complex networks, systems and applications; develop the practical experience you need to plan, perform and direct security audits of information systems to the level required by standard security frameworks; develop the effective and appropriate communication skills you need to be a security professional. On this course, you gain the knowledge, skills and experience you need to work in many different positions, from technical to management roles. The Institute of Information Security Professionals (IISP) has highlighted the following specialisms in the area.