Concordia University of Edmonton is proud to bring students a unique, mature and much-needed Information Systems Security program. The need for security professionals is growing along with increasing reliance of businesses and governments on IT. The employer demand for information systems security professionals shows no end in sight. The program maintains a sharp focus on the needs of employers and changes in industry. The program allows students preparation time for writing the certification exam for Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Some students/graduates also choose to write the certification exam for Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) as well as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).