• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

Defense in depth is the coordinated use of multiple security countermeasures to protect the integrity of the information assets in an enterprise. The principle of defense-in-depth is that layered security mechanisms increase security of the system as a whole.

Learning Objectives

Understand Information Assurance Foundation along with Risk Model and how they have impacted confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Learn Computer Security policies, Information Security Roles and Responsibilities. Understand Continuity & Contingency Planning. Learn about Disaster Recovery Plan and Password Management. Understand Password Cracking for Windows, Biometrics Based Authentication and Single Sign-On.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.