• Online, Self-Paced

This course provides essential guidance to information system managers, information security managers, system designers and developers on implementing cryptographic controls at the information systems level to facilitate compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

Learning Objectives

On successful completion of this course, learners should have the knowledge and skills to:

  • Choose asymmetric key algorithms
  • Use hash functions to protect data integrity
  • Store authentication passwords safely
  • Encrypt file transfers and downloads
  • Add salt values before hashing
  • Use trusted certificate authorities

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

  • Systems Administration

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.

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback for this course, please e-mail the NICCS SO at NICCS@hq.dhs.gov.