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Computer and Network Defense and Countermeasures

This course examines the tools, techniques and technologies used in the technical securing of information assets. Students will receive in-depth information about the software and hardware components of Information Security and Assurance.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
2 - Intermediate
Course Catalog Number
IS257
Course Prerequisites

IS 131 or Instructor?s permission

Training Purpose
Skill Development
Specific Audience
All
Delivery Method
Online, Instructor-Led
National CAE Designated Institution
  • Online, Instructor-Led

Learning Objectives

  1. Describe a layered approach to network defense and how to manage firewalls to improve security.
  2. Identify the components of an intrusion detection system and explain the steps of intrusion detection.
  3. Formulate a security policy and identify security policy categories.
  4. Explain the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) standard.
  5. Explain the six-step incident response process.|6. Explain the goal of securing the network perimeter and describe guidelines for auditing VPNs and VPN policies.

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

  • Cyber Operations
  • Risk Management
  • Network Services
  • 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 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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