Cyber Security Fundamentals from George Mason University

Cyber Security Fundamentals

Introduces fundamental security principles and real-world applications of cyber security. Topics covered in the course include access control, common classes of attacks, monitoring, attack and intrusion detection, basic cryptography, computer security models, legal and privacy issues, and risk analysis. The course also provides students with opportunities to gain hands-on experience with several security tools (e.g., protocol analyzers).

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level

2 - Intermediate

Course Catalog Number

AIT 660

Course Prerequisites

None

Training Purpose

Functional Development

Skill Development

Specific Audience

All

Delivery Method

Online, Instructor-Led

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Course Location

4400 University Dr
Fairfax, VA 22030

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Learning Objectives

Students will master fundamental cyber security principles, be knowledgeable about practical security issues arising in a wide range of domains, understand how to use existing techniques and tools to minimize security risks for an organization, have experience in discussing and writing about security related issues.

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
Training, Education, and Awareness

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