CYB-1200 Introduction to Cybersecurity
Introduction to Cybersecurity provides an introductory study of cybersecurity terminology, principles, and technologies. Fundamental topics covered include cyber threats and vulnerabilities, information security frameworks, network infrastructure security, wireless network security, cryptography, defense-in-depth security strategy, information security policy, and security management. The goal is to develop a foundation for further study in cybersecurity.
Study Methods:
- Online Courses (CYB-120-OL):
- Mar 2024, May 2024
Credits: 3
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CYB-2200 Defensive Security
Defensive Security studies securing networks from the network administrator's perspective. Topics include network security, data and host security, compliance and operation security, access control, identity management, and cryptography. The aim is to assess cybersecurity risks to networks, evaluate, and select appropriate technologies, and apply prevention and detection strategies to defend networks.
Note: The course is designed to help prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.
Study Methods:
- Online Courses (CYB-220-OL):
- Feb 2024, Apr 2024, Jun 2024
Credits: 3
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CYB-3210 Digital Forensics Techniques and Practices
Digital Forensics Techniques and Practices explores foundational concepts, tools, and techniques of digital forensics investigations and investigates the violations of company policies, loss of proprietary information, and cybercrimes from a forensics perspective. The goal is to employ appropriate forensic response techniques to support investigations of cyber incidents involving various digital technologies; apply forensic best practices to the collection, handling, and analysis of digital evidence; and report technical and investigative findings in an accurate and ethical manner.
Study Methods:
- Online Courses (CYB-321-OL):
- Mar 2024, Jun 2024
Credits: 3
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CYB-4200 Critical Infrastructure Security
Critical Infrastructure Security studies important cybersecurity principles and tools related to critical infrastructure. The course investigates and applies digital security frameworks to various types of utility networks and systems such as information technology (IT), industrial control systems (ICS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, grids, and distributed networks.
Study Methods:
- Online Courses (CYB-420-OL):
- Mar 2024, May 2024
Credits: 3
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CYB-4220 Cybersecurity Policies, Programs, and Compliance
Cybersecurity Policies, Programs, and Compliance examines the application of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and best practices to enterprise-level policies, plans, and programs. The course also explores formulating security policies and plans, assessing regulatory and ethical aspects of cybersecurity, developing performance metrics for cybersecurity programs, and planning audits of compliance practices and processes.
Study Methods:
- Online Courses (CYB-422-OL):
- Mar 2024, Jun 2024
Credits: 3
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