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Cryptographic Components: Randomness, Algorithms, and Key Management

This course introduces the common components of cryptographic systems including random number generation, algorithms to perform cryptographic manipulation of information, cryptographic keys, and a mechanism to manage and distribute cryptographic keys. This course coverage aligns with the National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) requirements K0018: Knowledge of encryption algorithms, and K0019: Knowledge of cryptography and cryptographic key management concepts.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
2 - Intermediate
Course Catalog Number
DES 203
Training Purpose
Skill Development
Specific Audience
All
Delivery Method
Online, Self-Paced
  • Online, Self-Paced

Learning Objectives

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

  • Explain the critical role of randomness in cryptography
  • Identify common cryptographic algorithms
  • Identify the types and roles of cryptographic keys
  • Explain the key management problem
  • Explain the most common types of digital certificates
  • Explain the digital certificate creation process
  • Identify the components and roles of a public key infrastructure
  • Explain the weaknesses in the digital certificate trust model

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):

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback on this course, please e-mail the NICCS team at NICCS@mail.cisa.dhs.gov. Please keep in mind that NICCS does not own this course or accept payment for course entry. If you have questions related to the details of this course, such as cost, prerequisites, how to register, etc., please contact the course training provider directly. You can find course training provider contact information by following the link that says “Visit course page for more information...” on this page.

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