Norwich MSIA Brochure

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MASTER OF SCIENCIN INFORMATION

ASSURANCE


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Directors Message 1

Program Overview 2

Industry Overview 4

Seminar Descriptions 5 -

Residency 8

Faculty 10

Online Learning 14

A Week in the Life of a Student 16

Ongoing Support 18

Admission to Norwich 20

Frequently Asked Questions 22

Norwich University 24


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Back in the 60's, information

assurance meant little more than

controlling access to the computer

room. Then the Internet changed

everything. Now a hacker can attack

an organization's information

resources from anywhere in the world.

A disgruntled employee can download a gigabyte of

company data onto a flash drive smaller than a salt shaker

and walk out with it in his or h er pocket.

Today we are seeing more and more high profile data loss

cases in the news, and securing an organization's

information assets has become a critical business process.

Information assurance (IA) professionals are in high demand,

and studies indicate that the demand will continue to grow

in the coming years. This field has a bright future.

The increased need for information assurance has also come

with increased demands on practitioners. The information

assurance professional has to worry not only about securing

an organization's proprietary information, but securingcustomer and employee information as well. The IA

professional must understand the new regulatory

environment created by HIPAA and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act,

as well as computer crime and business continuity principles.

The greatest need is not for technical skills, but rather the

management skills necessary to implement an organization-

wide information assurance program. This means working

with a variety of constituencies outside of the IA field.

Information assurance is more about people than about

technology, and the profession needs individuals whounderstand the policies, procedures, and overall structure of

an information assurance program. Organizational behavior is

as important to security as technology is.

Norwich University created the Master of Science in

Information Assurance program to fill the need for

professionals who understand the management of

information assurance and how IA supports and advances

business needs. We prepare students to enter upper

management positions and implement information assurance

principles across all areas of an organization.

In 1819, Norwich University was founded on the belief that

real learning requires the immediate application of concepts

to practice, and modern education research has proven thistheory. We meld theory and practice through our unique case

study system whereby students use their own organization as

an ongoing case study of the principles that they learn in

their classes. Apply what you learn by examining how those

principles apply to your organization and then make

recommendations for improvement. Many of our students

have been promoted as a result of their case study before

even completing the program, and others have used it to

enter consulting.

Join our community of instructors and students allprofessionals or future professionals in the field as we

explore this growing profession.

Sincerely,

John Orlando, PhD

Program Director,

Master of Science in Information AssuranceNorwich University

MESSAGE FROM THE PROGRAM

DIRECTOR

Our MSIA program director is John Orlando. Dr. Orlando received his PhD from the University of Wisconsin, and has since published art icles and presented lectures

in a variety of topi cs related to information assurance. I n parti cular, he has published on ethical i ssues in information assurance in venues such as the Network

World Security Strategies newsletter. He has led the development of online programs at the University of Vermont and Norwich University, and has published

articles on the development of high quality distance education courses.

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Program Mission

The Master of Science in Information Assurance (MSIA)

program provides students with a comprehensive

exploration of the information security life cycle and its

growing importance to an organization in achieving its

strategic and tactical objectives. The knowledge and

skills students gain from the program will enhance their

capability as information security practitioners; will

support their growth toward upper management and

executive positions such as chief information security

officer (CISOs) and chief risk managers; and will enable

them to promote best practices through effective

communication with C-level executives.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates demonstrate mastery of: the fundamental

attributes of information that must be protected;

technical defenses; human factors supportingtechnical defenses; detection and response

technologies and processes; policy development and

implementation; ethical issues in information

security; and the tools necessary to integrate

security into the corporate culture.

Graduates are competent to assume leadership in

information assurance.

Graduates demonstrate an interdisciplinary and

comprehensive view of information assurance as a

contributor to the strategic goals of their

organization. Graduates speak the language of management. They

can bring together elements from throughout the

organization for successful analysis, planning, and

implementation of reasonable and cost-effective

security architectures.

Graduates are able to communicate with both

technical staff and C-level executives.

Graduates are service oriented and demonstrate

skills needed to work effectively with the

client base.

Graduates understand the technology underlying

security and information assurance

Unlike many graduate level information security program

which focus on software and technology-based issues,

Norwichs Master of Science in Information Assurance

(MSIA) curriculum concentrates on the business demands

and management challenges that security practitioners

face. You will fully master the policies, procedures, and

structure of an organization-wide information security

program, gaining expertise in both theory and practice a

you develop skills that will be immediately applicable to

your present employment.

The MSIA coursework focuses on the integration of

information security technologies with the business

problems and opportunities of the real world your ow

workplace. Graduates of the program are prepared to

assume professional management responsibilities such a

those of Chief Security Officers, Security Administratorsand Chief Information Security Officers.

The National Security Agency and Department of

Homeland Security have designated Norwich University a

a Center for Academic Excellence in Information

Assurance Education. This prestigious evaluation is base

on stringent criteria and review, judged according to the

standards and guidelines set by the Committee on

National Security Systems.

The seminars follow the life cycle of informationassurance, moving from issues of hardware and software

infrastructure to those of policy and governance. The

curriculum mirrors the security professionals actual

work experience, which is not fixed in one area of the

organization, but which spans departments and

organizational structures.

The curriculum is developed by PhDs and taught by

leaders in the field people who continue to make a

difference. These professionals use their expertise and

experience as teaching tools.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

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INFORMATION ASSURANCE FROM A

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LETTER FROM A GRADUATE

Dear Dr. Kabay,

I thought that I would take the time to inform prospectistudents of the challenges and rewards of the MSIA progr

If security professionals are looking for a program that chall

them, both professionally and personally, then this is the pro

for them. The MSIA program is not for the weak at heart

for those people who are not ready to accept a challenge

MSIA program requires a considerable amount of time and e

each week, from the weekly discussions, readings, and ca

studies to the two quizzes and the term paper due each sem

I personally did not choose this program because I thougwas easy, I chose it for the challenge and distinction off

by Norwich. I certainly received the challenge and I am n

honored to have received the graduate distinction offere

Norwich University. I got far more than just a degree, I fo

lifelong connections and friendships that the Residency

Norwich solidified, as no other program which I know of can

I feel that it is necessary to tell e veryone who is conside

the program that the Norwich experience is one that foll

the Norwich Mission Statement, which is, Norwich Univwill be a learning community, American in character yet g

in perspective, engaged in personal and intellectual transform

and dedicated to knowledge, mutual respect, creativity, a

service.

I can only believe that by completing the MSIA program

Norwich University, each student will receive the training

needed to make a difference for the future of Informatio

Assurance and the distinct honor and pride o f becoming

graduate of Norwich University.

Live by the Norwich motto of I will try and there is

nowhere that this program will not take you.

Sincerely,

Shawn King

MSIA 06

The Master of Science in Information Assurance program is

structured as follows:

Four start dates per year: March, June, September,

and December

Six 11-week seminars of six credits each

Coursework for the six MSIA seminars can be

completed in 18 months

Case Study Project threaded throughout the

program directly relates concepts of information

assurance to your workplace or your in dustry

Online, highly experiential, asynchronous curricular

activities including discussions, reading,

writing, and workplace-oriented assignment

Small classes (not more than 16 students)

ensure that you receive individualized attention

from your instructor and build strong, lasting

relationships with your classmates

The real world of information assurance rarely allows the

separation of technical and management issues especially

in the higher echelons of management therefore these

issues are rarely treated separately within this curriculum.

Since you will not only be reviewing case studies but

interviewing working professionals, relevant and up-to-date

solutions to current and future job challenges will always

be at your fingertips.

Within 18 to 24 months of your starting date you will

finish the coursework (including the one-week Residency)

and graduate with the same traditional Norwich diplomareceived by on-campus students. Upon graduation you

will join the ranks of distinguished Norwich University

alumni and become a member of a vibrant worldwide

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In addition to IT skills and technical knowledge, you must

gain knowledge of and experience with management best

practices and business-related skills if you wish to have a

successful career and reach the executive level. Proficiencies

such as communications skills and an understanding of

policy, processes, and personnel are crucial.

Norwich's MSIA focuses on business and management

concepts as they apply to the information assurance field. Ifyou wish to build on your technical competency to transition

into or further your career, the MSIA provides an important

credential and a dynamic skill set that is respected

throughout the information security community.

Areas of expertise within information security:

Access control systems and methodology how

people enter and leave the system

Applications and systems development security

creating new computer programs to protect an

organization Auditing and monitoring collecting information

for identification and response to security breaches

Business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster

recovery planning (DRP) uninterrupted access to

critical data systems

Cryptography the coding and decoding of data

and messages

Data communications what is necessary to

operate communications networks

Law investigation and ethics computer crime

laws and regulations

Malicious code counter measures and prevention

techniques for dealing with viruses, worms, and

other forms of deviant code

Operations security setting identity controls,

auditing and monitor the mechanisms and tools

Physical security giving physical access to

systems solely to those who need it

Risk, response, and recovery processes to

identify, measure, and control loss

Security architecture and models building the

security infrastructure for a complex organization

Security management identification of

information assets and development of policies

and procedures

Telecommunications and network security ensur

security through remote access management,

network availability, firewall architecures,VPNs,

Data Networking, LAN Devices, etc.

Typical job titles:

Security auditor

Security specialist

Security consultant

Security administrator Security analyst/engineer

Director/manager of security

Chief security officer (CSO)/chief information

security officer (CISO)

Typical industries:

Professional services (real estate, legal, and

engineering)

Government (national, state, and local)

Telecommunications

Banking and other finance-related industries

Manufacturing

Healthcare

Education

Insurance

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Semester 1

Seminar 1: Foundations & Historical Underpinnings of

Information Assurance

The first seminar provides a discourse on the core

foundations of information assurance. A survey seminar,

Seminar 1 discusses where the discipline of information

assurance came from, what it is comprised of, and what we

mean by key elements such as architecture, cryptography,

computer-related crime, privacy, security standards and

regulatory requirements. It relates information assurance

elements to foundational and current computer security

models in a practical manner that makes the connection

between theory and practice. Seminar 1 prepares the student

for a deeper understanding of information assurance

technology, human factors in information assurance, risk

management, management issues and analytics/metrics.

(6 credit hours)

Seminar 2: Information Assurance Technology

This seminar focuses on the technologies in use for

information assurance in all types of organizations. Since

architecture is the foundation for all information assurance

technology, the seminar begins with a discussion of the

development and roles of security architecture in the

enterprise. Along with an exploration of security

architecture, the interactions between security and network

architectures is a key feature of the seminar. Operating

systems, cryptography, monitoring systems and perimeter

defenses all come together in a variety of technical

applications. Those applications include malware detection,

identification and authentication. The seminar discusses the

technical interactions in an information assurance

environment and ends with a discussion of incident

management. (6 credit hours)

Semester 2

Seminar 3: Human Factors and Managing Risk

This seminar takes up the related subjects of human factors

and managing information systems risk. Information

assurance is generally considered as a people problem as

much as it is a technical problem. Risk in information

systems is heavily influenced by human factors. In

recognition of that connection, this seminar addresses

operations security, awareness, ethics and applications of

social psychology. Coupled with these are principles of risk

management including two contrasting risk analysis

methodologies as well as an overview of other lesser

methodologies, employment practices and policies.

Understanding the convergences between policy, human

factors and risk management methodologies leads to

practical application of information assurance in the

organization. (6 credit hours)

Seminar 4: Information Assurance Management

and Analytics

The final core seminar ties the first three seminars together

by discussing the overall techniques of information

assurance management, leadership and analytics. Analytics

are important and powerful management tools so these

topics are covered from the perspectives of measuring both

business and technical performance. Application of analytics

to the management process supports problem solving,

management and decision-making processes. Project

management adds to the smooth execution of IA projects.

Management and leadership are distinctly different

disciplines and this seminar handles them as such. Finally,

selling security to management and constituents often

is a challenge and this seminar addresses that directly.

(6 credit hours)

SEMINAR DESCRIPTIONS

ACQUIRE THE KNOWLEDGE TO ACHIEVE DISTINCTION

The MSIA program is a 36-credit degree comprised of six, eleven-week seminars of six credits each. Each seminar introduces

you to the most critical and relevant areas in information assurance today, and creates context for the ones that

follow; seminars must be taken in the order presented. The third semester offers concentrations to allow you to

pursue areas of individual interest.


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Semester 3

To allow you to tailor your education to your own professional

goals, concentration choices are available for your fifth and

sixth seminar.You can customize your degree with one of the

following two concentrations:

Concentration 1: Managing Cyber Crime and Digital Incidents

In this concentration you will develop a dual perspective

on cyber crime and digital incident response. You begin by

studying computer security incident response team

management: creating a response team that meets an

organizations needs; identifying functionality and service levels;

using triage to categorize incidents and respond appropriately;

staffing the team and avoiding team burnout; and conducting

postmortem analysis leading to process improvement.

The second part of this concentration examines cyber forensic

investigations. This will enhance your core competencies in

investigative work by providing a deeper understanding of

investigative skills, creating and managing a forensics team, and

intensifying your ability to analyze and report on investigative

outcomes. You will develop your expertise in responding to legal

and policy issues during an investigation and interacting with

the appropriate authorities.

In the Managing Cyber Crime and Digital Incidents

concentration, you will take the following two seminars:

Seminar 5: Computer Security Incident Response Team

Management

This seminar summarizes the key points in creating and

managing a computer incident response team (CSIRT), also

known as a computer emergency response team (CSIRT). Main

topic areas include creating the CSIRT, responding to computer

emergencies, Managing the CSIRT, and continuous process

improvement. (6 credit hours)

Seminar 6: Cyber Forensic InvestigationsThis customization covers the investigation of digital incidents

such as electronic fraud, cyber crime and cyber terror. Topics

include types and characteristics of digital incidents,

management of digital evidence, investigative techniques, the

difference between digital investigation and traditional

investigation, investigative and forensic tools and techniques,

computer, network and software forensics, human factors in

digital crime, and presenting conclusions. (6 credit hours)

Concentration 2: Business Continuity Management

This concentration teaches you how to develop a resilient

organization. You will gain both knowledge of emergency

preparation and disaster response and the management and

leadership skills needed to affect organizational change and

develop risk management processes across your enterprise. Youwill acquire the skills for managing a business continuity

program from organizational analysis and plan development,

to implementation and response.

In the Business Continuity Management concentration, you will

take the following two seminars:

Seminar 5: Foundations of Business Continuity Management

This seminar introduces students to the field of business

continuity management with an emphasis on the steps needed

to develop a business continuity plan and risk managementprogram. Students will learn about the functions and goals of a

business continuity manager and experience first-hand the

challenges of developing a continuity plan. Weekly sessions

target the major steps in plan development such as project

initiation, risk and business impact analysis, risk mitigation and

control strategy development and implementation, response

strategies, plan testing, as well as the organizational structure

needed to sustain a continuity program over time.

(6 credit hours)

Seminar 6: Principles of Incident Response andEmergency Management

This seminar teaches how to develop a plan for responding to a

business disruption. Topics will include response procedures,

notification, communication, and event management. Students

will also learn how to manage public perceptions, and work with

outside agencies and public sector emergency responders during

and after an incident. (6 credit hours)


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Case Study (Semester 1 & 2)

Move from theory to practice through our unique case study

program. You will obtain permission from an organization to

study its security practices or you may select an industry as a

subject for research on broader security practices. Most students

choosing an organization-based case study will requestpermission from their employer, but many have successfully

pursued case studies with other organizations. You will follow

your case study through the first four seminars of the program.

In each seminar you will analyze the impact of security

requirements and practices on your case study subject. At the

end of each seminar you will create an extensive report

evaluating your chosen security environment and propose

recommendations for improvement and increased security

effectiveness. These four reports will provide you with invaluable

data and help you establish yourself as a security lead er.

For more information regarding the case study, please visit

www.msia.norwich.edu/case-study.php.

Alumni, Traci Peck, Adam Goldstein, Doris Locking

( top to bottom) , Residency 2006.


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RESIDENCY

Your coursework in the crystallizes in dynamic intellectual

activities and valuable networking opportunities through

the week-long Residency in June. The Residency is truly

the culminating experience as you meet face-to-face with

your classmates, instructors, and Graduate School staff.

We will keep you busy with intense academic activities in

which you will demonstrate how your learning and expe-

rience over the six seminars has made you an effective

thinker, communicator, and leader. You will participate

with your classmates in activities that may include

debates, lectures, paper and capstone presentations, an

industry-specific professional conference, case-study field

trips, or professional panels and roundtable discussions.

The academic focus will be challenging, but richly

rewarding.

Your Residency experience also provides the perfectopportunity for you to connect physically with the campus

you have known only virtually for 18 months. June is a

spectacularly beautiful time of year to visit our historic

campus nestled in the Green Mountains of Vermont. Many

students bring their families along and make their stay at

Norwich a launching pad for a relaxing family vacation in

New England.

The entire Residency experience is all about you. It cente

around your learning, your cohort, and your achievement

You will have plenty of time to engage and converse wit

your instructors. Your cohort will spend time connecting

professionally and personally, cementing lifelong friendshi

and business acquaintances. Your bond to the larger

Norwich alumni family will be inaugurated with networkin

socials and business card exchanges. You will relax with

new friends and experience camaraderie at its finest.

Finally, the Residency week is crowned by a formal graduatio

ceremony complete with masters hooding. This is a tim

of celebration for you and your family so we strongly

encourage families to attend. After all, attaining a master

degree takes sacrifice, dedication, and commitment.

Earning your masters degree at Norwich University is a

mark of distinction, an achievement we want you to shar

EXPERIENCE ACADEMIC CHALLENGE; BUILD LASTING CONNECTIONS

Gordon Reynolds, Alumnus, School of Graduate andContinuing Studies

Residency was one of the better experiences of my life. I finally had the opportunity to come f ace-to-fac

with the people I had been working with for such a long period of time. It was invaluable and something

I will always remember. The entire Residency experience has brought us closer together and Im very sure

that I will stay in contact with the majority of people. In fact Ive made some business acquaintances and

I have acquired some work out of it, making it a very good networking place.

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March Start Date Students

Be sure to ask your Admissions Advisor about our

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Dana Phares, Alumnus, School of Graduate andContinuing Studies

Norwich has provided me with new tools and the experience needed to tackle complex business

issues. However, the camaraderie and interaction were the best part o f the program working

closely together and helping each other learn to cope with today s changing environment.

Stephen Vant ine and Dana Phares, class of 2003. Virt ual classmates li felong fri e


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Academic achievement

Norwich University has long been an institution built on

educational innovation, an innovation reflected in the

creativity and accomplishments of our faculty. Bringing a

wealth of experience to their teaching, they mentor students

with insight and depth about the variety of fields related

to the curriculum. You will be learning from some of the

best and brightest professors from across the nation.

Faculty excellence

Norwich University faculty excel in engaging students in

the online learning environment. They draw on a range

of learning approaches including case studies, lectures,

group-work, and real-world projects.

Trained to teach online

In addition to exemplary experience, education, and

knowledge of the field, our faculty have knowledge of

online learning, and the online demeanor necessary to be

very effective online educators. Faculty are engaged in

the classroom and offer quick response time to student

questions (24 hours or less), and prompt grading and

feedback on assignments (72 hours or less). This level

of engagement translates into a positive, supportive, and

rewarding learning experience.

The following is a partial faculty list. Please contact

an Admissions Advisor for additional information about

our faculty.

Michel E, Kabay, PhD, CISSP-ISSMP

Author of over 850 articles on operations management

and information assurance since 1986. Dr. Kabay is well-

known in the information assurance field for his twice-

weekly publication of the Security Management Newslette

distributed by Network World (see archives). He served a

technical editor for the Computer Security Handbook, 4th

Edition published by Wiley in April, 2002 and which was

used as the core text for the MSIA program from

September, 2002 to June, 2006. He is currently working

on the 5th edition.

Dr. Kabay organized the first and second International

Conferences on Information Warfare in 1993 and 1995

and has lectured on IWAR at the Pentagon, the US Army

War College, NATO HQ, and NATO Counterintelligence

School. He was the leader of the International Delegatioof Information Security Experts to the People's Republic

of China in 1994 and was a member of the working grou

that defined the Common Body of Knowledge for the

(ISC) CISSP exam. Dr. Kabay is a member of the

Information Systems Security Association (ISSA) and of

the High Technology Crime Investigation Association

(HTCIA) and was founding Secretary of the Vermont

InfraGard. In December 2004, he was inducted into the

Security Hall of Fame of the ISSA. He is a Senior

Academic Advisor to the MSIA program.

Peter Stephenson, PhD, CISSP, CISM, FICAF

Peter Stephenson is a writer, consultant, researcher and

lecturer on information assurance and risk, digital

investigation and forensics on large-scale computer

networks. He has lectured extensively on digital

investigation and security and has written or contribute

to 14 books and several hundred articles, in major

national and international trade, technical and scientific

FACULTY

PROFESSIONAL FACULTY GUIDE AND MENTOR

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publications. He served as Associate Program Director in the Master of

Science in Information Assurance program at Norwich University and is a

research professor at the Norwich University Applied Research Institutes.

Dr. Stephenson obtained his PhD in computer sci ence at Oxford Brookes

University, Oxford, England, where his research was in the structured investigation

of digital incidents in complex computing environments. He is on the editorial

advisory boards ofComputer Fraud and Securit y, I nformat ion Systems Securit y,

International Journal of Digit al Evidence, SCMagazineand the Norwich Universit y

Journal of Information Assurance, and is the co-chair of the certification

committee of the Digital Forensics Certification Board. He has been named editor-

in-chief of a digital forensics journal published by Taylor and Francis Publishing.

He is a Senior Academic Advisor to the MSIA program.

Rebecca Herold, MA, CISSP, CISM, CISA, FLMI

Rebecca Herold is an independent information privacy, security and

compliance consultant, author and instructor. Ms. Herold has over 15 yearsof privacy and information security experience, and assists organizations of

all sizes with their information privacy, security and regulatory compliance

programs. She specializes in risk assessment, gap analysis, policy content

development, awareness training, strategy development and implementation.

She has a BS in Math and Computer Science and an MA in Computer Science

and Education.

Rebecca Herold is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional

(CISSP), a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), a Certified

Information Systems Manager (CISM), and a Fellow of the Life Management

Institute (FLMI). She has been a member of the Information Systems Auditand Control Association (ISACA) since 1990 and has held all board positions

throughout her membership in the Iowa chapter. Ms. Herold is a charter

member of the Iowa InfraGard chapter that was formed in 2000, and a

member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).

Ms. Herold was instrumental in building the information security and

privacy program while at Principal Financial Group which was awarded

the CSI Outstanding Security Program of the Year Award in 1997.

Russell D. Rosco

Alumnus, School

Graduate and

Continuing Studie

While a Distance Education may

be for everyone, my experience

Norwich, in one word, would hav

to be Superb. As a professor

myself, I found the level of cari

and responsive experts that this

program has gathered to be the

to the program. The education I

received at Norwich was more than

a couple of classes that I manag

to finish I was provided with

discipline and improved writing

skills that I am now using as a

PhD student at Purdue Universit


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Donald Holden, MBA, CISSP-ISSMP

Don Holden has been working in the field of information

systems, security, encryption, business continuity and

disaster recovery planning for more than 20 years. He is

currently affiliated with Concordant, a security consulting

company in Massachusetts. Prior to this, he worked for

SRI Consulting/AtomicTangerine and Digital/Compaq,

developing security policies and practices for major

financial institutions such as the Federal Reserve System,

New York Mercantile Exchange and Providian. After Digital

merged with Compaq, he served as program manager forCompaq's Security Program Office, where he led the

Compaq Security Forum that coordinated the

decentralized security engineering, marketing and

consulting initiatives across Compaq, Digital, Tandem

and Atalla divisions.

Some of his recent consulting engagements have

included a HIPAA security assessment for a Midwest

health insurance corporation and a security training

program for employees and customers of a regional bank.

Mr. Holden also participated in the writing of the

Congressional Corporate Information Security Working

Group's, Report on Security Best Practices and Metrics,

published in January, 2005, as well as th e WEDI/SNIP's,

Security Policies and Procedures Whitepaper, (HIPAA).

Other publications and presentations include numerous

white papers covering subjects ranging from security

management to technology issues such as intrusion

detection, firewalls, biometric authentication and

digital watermarking.

Bridgitt Robertson, MSA, MIT

Bridgitt Robertson's corporate experience includes

working for large global companies in the areas of

project management, business analysis and consulting.

Most of her work has consisted of being a

translator/liaison between technologists and business

groups. She has been teaching business and technology

courses to grad and undergrad students online for over

four years.

Most of her teaching focus has centered on country risk

analysis and how to leverage technology across the

global IT environment, which can provide a competitive

advantage in today's business arena. Ms. Robertson's

expertise includes examining threats to today's informatio

assets in the global enterprise, the risks of operating in

today's global environment, as well as weighting existin

strategies and efforts to neutralize or mitigate risks and

enhance competitiveness. Ms. Robertson is currently workin

on her PhD in Business with a specialization in compute

security. She is also a member of ISSA and InfraGard.

Michael Miora, MA, CISSP-ISSMP

Michael Miora, educated at UCLA and UC Berkeley,

earning Bachelors and Masters degrees in Mathematics,

has designed and assessed secure, survivable, highly

robust systems for Industry and Government over the

past 25 years. Mr. Miora, one of the original professiona

granted the CISSP in the 1990s and the ISSMP in 2004,

was accepted as a Fellow of the Business Continuity

Institute (FBCI) in 2005. Mr. Miora founded and current

serves as President of ContingenZ Corporation. As found

of InfoSec Labs (1997-1999), a recognized leader in

security consulting and related services, Mr. Miora

managed consulting services and programs for major

companies and has performed Information security,

continuity and privacy assessments for companies across

a variety of industry sectors. InfoSec Labs was acquired

by Rainbow Technologies (RNBO) in 1999; Mr. Miora the

served as Vice President for Rainbow, managing its

security consulting services from 1999 to 2001.

Mr. Miora is also a co-founder of ePrivacy Group, the

parent company to TurnTide, the developer of the anti-spam

firewall appliance of the same name, acquired in 2004 b

Symantec. He also founded and served as the Director of

the security consulting organization for the National

Computer Security Association (NCSA), now called TruSecu

Corporation, helping that organization achieve its status

as a major force in the Information Security arena.


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Octavio Herrera, MSIA Alumnus, 2006

When I started the MSIA program in the fall of 2004, I never imagined that this step in my pursuit of

lifelong learning would have such an immediate effect on m y career, but thanks to the MSIA program format,

every IA term paper Ive submitted to management has produced significant improvements in our information

security strategy and captured the attention of our business unit leadership.

Dr. Michel Kabay and MSI A student s, Residency 200


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Norwich University has built a leading-edge online learning

environment. By using the consistent and integrated

efforts of faculty, support staff, administrators, students,

and alumni, we have built an onlin e environment that

promotes networking, peer-support and one-on-one contact

with Norwich faculty. The online learning environment

makes traditional classroom learning better and here is how:

Focus is on you, the student With online learning,

you are empowered to learn on your own an d even to

teach one another. Through the discussion group mode,

you have the opportunity to explain, share, comment

upon, and critique course materials. But you also get to

learn from experts in the field as your instructor dialogs

with and mentors you.

Discussion Online discussions are asynchronous. Thisformat affords you extra time to contemplate questions

and compose well-crafted responses creating a valuable

exchange of ideas and thoughts.

Writing The main method of communication in an

online course is writing. In an online course, discussions,

requests for assistance, assignments, projects and tests

are mostly done in written form. Writing is a skill that is

indispensable, and here you will hone that skill to its

keenest edge.

Comprehensive course materials The opportunities

available to you through the World Wide Web are endless.

With the use of the Internet, you can utilize online libraries

and resources when the time is most convenient for you.

Access to extensive resources The Kreitzberg Library

serves all Norwich University students and faculty, whether

online or on-campus. The library currently provides access

to 100 online databases, 22,000 full-text electronic journa

and tens of thousands of eBooks. In addition, the librar

provides books in print and journal articles through the

Document Delivery service for those resources that are

unavailable online. This enables you to do professional

and scholarly research without having to leave home. Th

reference staff provides research assistance through e-ma

phone, and instant messaging and a dedicated Distance

Learning Librarian is available to show you how to get

the most out of the librarys resources.

Immediate response & feedback Office hours are

round-the-clock for an online course. With just a click,

you can send questions and requests to professors, progra

directors, or fellow students and expect to receive feedbac

within 24 hours.

Flexibility Online learning knows no time zones nor

is location or distance an issue. Our program is based on

an innovative asynchronous learning and delivery model

so there is no need to attend real-time instruction.

Small class sizes Class sizes are limited to 16 student

or less, and are called cohorts. Cohort members progress

through the program together and participate in online

discussions and other learning activities. The varying

background of cohort members brings tremendous value

to the learning experience.

Networking You will have individualized attention

from faculty and develop close relationships with fellow

students as you interact with them creating a vast

network of professional contacts. You will also have an

opportunity to maintain those long-lasting personal and

professional relationships.

ONLINE LEARNING

ONLINE LEARNING ONE STEP BETTER THAN THE TRADITIONAL

CLASSROOM

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Michele Molina, Alumna, School of Graduate and

Continuing Studies

The wealth of knowledge and experience shared by the participating professionals alone make

this program enriching and unique, however nothing compares to the network of friends you

establish across the globe. No traditional classroom setting ever offered as much!

Norwich University, School of Graduate and Continuing Studies, Class of 2006

Bonnie Boyd, Alumna, School of Graduate and

Continuing Studies

The course of study is engaging and absorbing; the online classr oom is easy to use and facilitates

communication and learning. There is potential to do e xtra and reap added benefits. Colleagues

are friendly and knowledgeable, and the instructors are excellent. It has been wonderful.


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A WEEK IN THE LIFE OF A NORWICH UNIVERSITY

GRADUATE STUDENT

Whats the best way to study?

Successful study time cannot be snatched here and there.

You need to plan for blocks of uninterrupted time that

suit the way you think and the way you manage tasks, at

hours when you know you can be productive. Its not

easy to describe a typical week, because no two

students arrange their studies the same way. However,

here are two real-life schedules:

Student A prefers doing MSIA work every day (18 hours):

SUN: Reads required readings; prepares initial

discussion posts; starts outline for weekly paper;

writes questions to ask in workplace (3 hours)

MON: Posts initial discussion posts; responds to other

discussion posts; begins research for weekly paper(2 hours)

TUE: Interviews someone at work place; continues

research on paper (3 hours)

WED: Posts to discussions; refines research; works on

paper (2 hours)

THU: Posts to discussions; works on paper (2 hours)

FRI: Post to discussions; works on paper (3 hours)

SAT: Completes, reviews and submits paper (3 hours)

Student B prefers doing MSIA reading and discussions

early, and doing writing later in the week. This student

feels the need to do additional research and

consequently may spend more than 20 hours per on the

program (23 hours).

SUN: (no school work)

MON : Reads required readings; writes questions to ask i

work place; makes at least one discussion post

(3 hours)

TUE : Interviews someone in work place; posts/respond

to discussions; starts basic research for weekly

paper (4 hours)

WED : Continues research for weekly paper;

posts/responds to discussions (3 hours)

THU : Starts writing paper; refines research (3 hours)

FRI : Check out discussions; works on paper; (5 hours)

SAT : Completes, reviews and submits paper (5 hours)

Your study schedule may be like one of these, or it may

be different. What is important is to create a study

schedule early on. Experience shows that the sooner you

have a study routine that you can follow faithfully the

sooner you will be at ease with th e workload and on yo

way to success.


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Jared Reigstad, Alumnus, School of Graduate andContinuing Studies

By choosing an online degree, I was able to work at my own pace and do things on my own time,

whether on nights or weekends. Norwich University has been involved in online programs for a

number of years, so I felt that it had a good under standing of how to provide quality education

through an online experience. I was skeptical at first, but as I got more involved in the program,

I really found it a great place to learn, and it s effective. Norwich has found a way to provide all

the resources necessary for its students and has done so successfully.

Jason Lyons, MJA Alumnus, Residency 2006.


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ONGOING SUPPORT

ENSURE YOUR SUCCESS Community of Support

Helping you succeed in the classroom is the goal

of every member of the Universitys support team.

We are here to help you every step of the way by

providing a support system d edicated to you.

Academic Support

Faculty to engage and coach you through

your studies

Program Director to ensure the quality and

relevance of your curriculum

Associate Program Director to manage issues

that affect students in the classroom and to

find and train the highest quality faculty to

work with you

Lead Instructor to update the content of

your seminar and support new instructors

Administrative Support

Senior Student Services Coordinator to help

you navigate University policies

Student Services Coordinator to support you

through all six seminars and Residency

Distance Learning Librarian to enhance your

learning by helping you locate credible online

research materials

Admissions Advisor to walk you through the

application process

Technical Support

Technical Support Team to provide you with

24/7 help desk support for technical issues

within the online classroom

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Evelyn Liougas, Student, School of Graduate and

Continuing Studies

While I had reservations about an online program, I quickly realized that the support that I received

in Norwichs online program far surpassed my expectations. The connections I have made with

both my peers and faculty have been invaluable in creating a collaborative, enlightening and

supportive virtual classroom. I was further impressed by how quickly I received responses to any

questions that I may have had from the faculty to the program director to the administrative

director all were very accommodating and extremely helpful. Norwich truly does create a small

community where you immediately feel at ease and w elcome.

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Norwich seeks goal-oriented individuals who have high

standards of personal ethics and have demonstrated

excellence in their professional lives and academic

studies. Applicants should have a desire to make apositive contribution to the field of information

assurance. Selective admissions standards are intended to

ensure that those admitted will succeed in a rigorous

academic environment.

We invite all applicants to contact our Admissions

Advisors who are available to guide you and provide you

with as much information and assistance as you need.

Admission Criteria

A bachelors degree from a regionally accredited

insitution or an equivalent degree from a foreign

institution, as evaluated by WES, IERF, SpanTran or

AACRAO

Graduate testing is typically waived, but may be

required based upon an applicants undergraduate GPA

A score of 550 or higher on the TOEFL for students

whose primary language is not English

Two-year minimum work experience required for

admission to some masters degree programs

Application Process

Call an Admissions Advisor to begin the application

process and submit:

Essay of intent

Resume

Two letters of recommendation, from current or

past supervisors, managers, or workplace colleague

Official transcript from the institution which

conferred your undergraduate degree

Application form and fee ($50 n on-refundable)

Applicants not meeting the criteria will be assessed on a

case-by-case basis

ADMISSION TO NORWICH UNIVERSITYS SCHOOL

OF GRADUATE AND CONTINUING STUDIES

SECURE YOUR FUTURE


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Laura Wheelock, Alumna, School of Graduate and

Continuing Studies

The Norwich graduate program definitely challenged. There was a wealth of new information provided,

a great deal of new learning went on and it tied directly into what I do, every day, as a professional.

Much of the course brought my undergraduate education to the next logical level. I truly feel prepared

to take on more challenging projects, because I now possess this enhanced education.

Student work group, Residency 200


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Does the online format provide the same quality of education

offered by a traditional campus?Yes. Numerous studies have proven that distance learners

perform as well or better than their on-campus counterparts.

The No Significant Difference Phenomenon (2001, IDECC,

fifth edition) by Thomas L. Russell, cites 355 research

reports, papers, and summaries dating back to 1928 that

found no significant difference between distance learning

and in-class learning. Where a difference was identified,

it generally favored the distance-learning student.

Will my diploma say Online degree?

No. You will receive the official, traditional diploma of

Norwich University.

Is financial aid available?

Depending on the program, grants and scholarships may

be available. Most qualifying students can obtain loans

through the Federal Student Loan (Stafford Loan) program.

Applicants may seek specific information by contacting our

Admissions Office or by visiting our Financial Aid webpage.

Is Norwich University accredited?

Norwich University is accredited by the New England

Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., through itsCommission on Institutions of Higher Education.

Inquiries regarding the accreditation status by the New

England Association should be directed to the administrative

staff of the institution. Individuals may also contact:

Commission on Institutions of Higher Education

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

209 Burlington Road

Bedford, MA 01730-1433

Phone: +1-781-271-0022

E-Mail: cih [email protected]

How long is the program?

The program is comprised of three six-month semesters

and a one-week Residency in June. All students should

complete their coursework within 18 months of beginning

the program (special arrangements may be made for

deployments or family emergencies). You will attend

Residency and graduate 15-24 months from your start date,

depending on the start date you choose. Your Admissions

Advisor will assist you with the enrollment calendar,

highlighting the unique benefits of each start date.

How many credits and courses do I take each semester?

You will enroll in two sequential six-credit seminars eacsemester for a total of 12 credits. Each seminar lasts

approximately 11 weeks and typically is followed by a

two-week break.

Do you accept transfer credits or grant credits based on

work experience and certifications?

Transfer credits will be evaluated on a case-by-case basi

While the majority of MSIA students have years of work

experience and certifications, these cannot be used as a

substitute of coursework.

How much does the program cost?

See the Tuition and Fees Supplement mailed with this

brochure for the most current information or speak to

your Admissions Advisor.

When do I start the program?

There are four start dates per year; March, June,

September or December.

What happens if I need to leave the program and want t

come back later?

Special situations are accommodated on a case-by-casebasis. The linear and progressive nature of the coursewor

is a vital component of the program so our administrativ

support staff will work with you to fin d a solution that

accommodates your situation and maintains the integrit

of your studies.

What does an average week look like for a student enrolle

in an online graduate program at Norwich University?

This program is designed for the working professional

who must balance the demands of work and home with

study. Most students require 20 hours of study per week,

which can be managed without compromising your careeand personal commitments. Your instructor and your

Student Service Coordinator will help keep you on track.

Students also find their cohort is a tremendous source o

support in managing their time and studies.

Who do I talk to if I have m ore questions, or I want to apply

You may call our Admissions Advisors at 1-800-460-5597

ext. 3363 (US and Canada) or +1-647-722-6642 ext. 336

(International). They will be able to answer all of

your questions.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


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Peter Ford, Alumnus, School of Graduate andContinuing Studies

I chose Norwich because of its history, academic achievements, and reputation as an excellent

school. I found the program to be challenging, stimulating, and educational. I feel that the

masters program has really broadened my perceptions, my experience, and my knowledge.

Student presentations, Residency 200


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NORWICH UNIVERSITY

JOIN A DYNAMIC MIX OF TRADITION AND INNOVATION

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WHEN YOU BECOME A PART OF NORWICH UNIVERSITY, YOU BECOME

PART OF SOMETHING VERY OLD, VERY DEEP, AND VERY PROUD.

Established in 1819, Norwich is a small, quality university with a balance of strong professional

and liberal arts programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Our 1600 undergraduate

students choose either a military lifestyle as part of the Corps of Cadets or a traditional

college lifestyle. The campus is located in Northfield, Vermont in the heart of the Green

Mountains, truly one of the most beautiful locations in the world for a college campus. The

combination of quality professional education, broad studies in the liberal arts, dedicated

faculty and the leadership laboratory supplied by the Corps of Cadets has generated a

legacy not found in many corners of the educational map. Norwich is a very proud place

and maintains deep bonds with its alumni.

Expect Challenge. Achieve Distinction.

At Norwich, you will develop traits common among leaders in every profession discipline,

integrity, confidence, critical thinking, adaptability, loyalty and honor through a wide

range of opportunities that will empower you in lastin g ways you never imagined. At the

core is a rigorous academic environment emphasizing an interactive online learning

environment, mentoring relationships with faculty and extensive experiential learning.Expect the greatest challenge of your life.

Norwich University has always been a leader in higher education.

Norwich was one of the first institutions to receive the National Security Agencys

designation as a Center of Excellence in Information Assurance Education.

Norwichs founder, Alden Partridge, brought experiential learning to US education,

while forming the basis for the Morrill Land Grant Act, a uniquely American

educational model.

Norwich was the birthplace of the ROTC (Reserve Officers Training Corps).

Norwich was the first private institution in the nation to teach engineering. Norwich was the first private military college to admit African Americans into its

Corps of Cadets.

Norwich was the first private military college to admit women into the Corps of Cadets.

Norwich was one of the first schools to admit international students.

Norwichs collegiate band was the first in the nation.


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Steven Lovaas, MSIA Alumnus, School of Graduate and

Continuing Studies

When I started the Norwich MSIA program, I worked for a public school district with approximately

30,000 students and employees as the district's first-ever information security manager. Since graduating,

I have taken the position of Network Security Manager for a large state university. I continue to apply

the technical and managerial tools I learned at Norwich to infuse security into the planning, oper ations

and maintenance of our information systems.

B. Cheatham, Alumna, School of Graduate and

Continuing Studies

Norwich provides an outstanding distance learning environment. The web platform is user-friendly.

The curriculum is all encompassing and superbly e xecuted. NU is a brick and mortar school pr oviding

the best online program available.

Jackman Hall, Norwich Univer


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Norwich University

School of Graduate and Continuing Studies158 Harmon Drive

Northfield, Vermont 05663-0367

Master of Arts in Diplomacy

Master of Arts in Military History

Master of Business Administration

Master of Civil Engineering

Master of Public Administration

Master of Science in Business Continuity Management

Master of Science in Information Assurance

Master of Science in Nursing

Master of Science in Organizational Leadership

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