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Recently there have been a number of data breaches in healthcare records that have left patient information exposed and put people at risk for identity theft. Healthcare facilities face a big challenge when it comes to providing cybersecurity tools that can keep information safe, are cost effective and relatively easy to maintain. Most medical staff are not trained in how to handle cybersecurity or what to do when their systems are breached so they have to rely on a partnership with a reputable company that can handle installing, updating and maintaining a cybersecurity system that minimizes the threat of hackers and data breaches. Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology can help train IT cyber security professionals to work with medical facilities so they can tackle and resolve these challenges.
Challenges
- Complex data landscape – patient information can be accessed on many devices and in many places which makes it hard to track and keep secure
- Human error – staff mistakes are inevitable
- Cybersecurity threats and attacks – increased attempts to steal patient information
- Outdated technology – old systems do not have the features needed to handle threats
- Balancing technology and access to patient information – making sure data is secure but also making sure that it can be accessed when needed
Potential Solutions
- Employee training – regular training for learning cyber security tools
- Strong security protocols – software updates, data encryption and multi-factor authentication
- Minimizing the amount of stored data – keep only what is necessary
- Limited access to patient information – only available to those who truly need it
- Patient education – help patients use caution with sharing their information
Increased Demand for IT Cyber Security Jobs
Due to the increased threat of cyber-attacks and the critical need to protect patient information in the healthcare sector, there is an increased demand for individuals who have specialized cyber security training. Cyber security specialists are needed almost everywhere to help protect sensitive information but they are especially important in the healthcare industry because of the need to protect the overall well-being of patients.
Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology offers educational program options for Cyber and Network Security and they are conveniently offered online. The Cyber and Network Security Associate’s Degree offers courses that enable students to obtain entry level positions in IT and/or can give them the pre-requisites to enter into a program with a higher degree like the Cyber and Network Security Bachelor’s Degree. Both of these programs offer in depth training in cybersecurity with courses that include: (Associate’s degree) network and security foundations, cyber defense and countermeasures and fundamentals of information security in healthcare; (Bachelor’s degree) information technology infrastructure, ethics in technology, information gathering and vulnerability analysis and emerging technologies in cybersecurity. Both programs also prepare students for a variety of certification opportunities.
Ready to start your career in Cyber and Network Security?
Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology is ready to support you in pursuing your new career. To learn more about these two programs please give us a call at 1-877-206-4279 or send us a message.