DIY CISS Degree: 100 Open Courses on Computer Information Systems and Security

I was sent an email today by Kelly Sonora about some free open courses.  I was familiar with the MIT Open Courses, when they started offering those several years ago, but the other schools were new to me.  Shown below is a list of the "Security" related courses.  The complete list includes courses covering numerous topics including but not limited to databases, web development, business management, law, and more.  So if your looking for some formal academic training, I would suggest you check these course out.

Security

1. Network and Computer Security: Through this course, students will learn to create secure multi-computer networks, encrypt data, use security monitoring software, access risk and much more. [MIT]


2. Selected Topics in Cryptography: If you’d like to address some of the more advanced issues in cryptography, this course is an ideal way to do so. [MIT]


3. Cryptography and Cryptanalysis: Check out these courses for a great introduction to the modern uses of cryptography. [MIT]


4. Advanced Topics in Cryptography: Focusing on topics like interactive proofs, zero-knowledge proofs, secure protocols, and two-party secure computation, this course will help you take your cryptography studies to the next level. [MIT]


5. Introduction to Information Security: This course is a very basic introduction to the reasons and methods for securing confidential information. [OpenLearn]


6. Network Security: Beginners can learn the basics of network security through this course. [OpenLearn]


7. Hyper-Encryption by Virtual Satellite: Watch this video lecture to learn about the role satellites may play in encryption and the failings of many present methods. [Harvard@Home]


8. A Worldview through the Computational Lens - Part III: Cryptography: Secrets, Lies, Knowledge, and Trust: Those interested in the role of computers in the modern world will enjoy this lecture that focuses on the benefits and problems associated with digital security. [Princeton]

As someone who takes pride in being a lifelong learner, I would also suggest those looking for more resources checkout iTunes U.  They have a small collection of "security" related courses that are free for download.  Again these are all from an academic perspective, but unlike professional "just the facts" type classes it never hurts to have a solid foundation of the fundamentals to build upon.

If you have additional resources for quality "security" related training please post them in the comments.