Cyber Security Technologies

About This Course

Prepares students for a role as a network security administrator and analyst. Topics include viruses, worms, other attack mechanisms, vulnerabilities and countermeasures, network security protocols, encryption, identity and authentication, scanning, firewalls, security tools, and organizations addressing security. A component of this course is a self-contained team project that, if the student wishes, can be extended into a full operational security system in a follow-course. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: - Describe foundational concepts in cybersecurity. - Apply access control and scripting techniques. - Design and implement secure architechtures. - Integrate physical and environmental security measures. - Secure telecommunications and network systems. - Implement cryptographic solutions. - Develop business continuity and disaster recovery plans. - Navigate legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements.

Instructor

Illinois Tech