National CAE Designated Institution
  • Online, Instructor-Led
  • Classroom
Course Description

The goal of this course is to give students a comprehensive introduction to information security and its applications in relations to ethics. It covers topics in cryptography, access control, network and operating system securities, software security, database security, cyberlaw and ethics.

Learning Objectives

The aim of this course is to give a comprehensive introduction to information security and its overall effect in the real world. This course will educate students on the terminology of risk management, security vulnerabilities and threats, business continuity and disaster recovery planning, as well as the security laws and ethical regulations.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Specialty Areas

  • Vulnerability Assessment and Management
  • Strategic Planning and Policy
  • Program/Project Management and Acquisition
  • Risk Management

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.