Introduction to Cybersecurity from University of Maryland Global Campus

Introduction to Cybersecurity<br>

A study of the basics of cybersecurity and the application of cyber methodologies to cyber architectures, services, protocols, algorithms, software components, and programming languages. Focus is on becoming familiar with the important roles that security management, security architecture, operations security, and physical security play in cybersecurity. Discussion covers the impact of cyber terrorism and national security on cybersecurity. Activities include hands-on, real-world experience with state-of-the-art tools and technologies in a lab-intensive environment. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: CST 610 or CTCH 605.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level

4 - Expert

Course Catalog Number

28210

Course Prerequisites

None

Training Purpose

Functional Development

Specific Audience

All

Delivery Method

Online, Instructor-Led

National CAE Designated Institution

Online, Instructor-Led

Learning Objectives

Learners will master the following Cybersecurity Skills upon completion of the course.
Describe the fundamental concepts and principles of cybersecurity
Explain potential system attacks and the actors that might perform them
Evaluate cyber defense tools, methods, and components used to repel cyber-attacks
Apply cyber defense methods to prepare a system to repel attacks
Explain the appropriate measures to be taken should a system compromise occur
Properly use the vocabulary associated with cybersecurity

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):

Competency Areas

Work Roles

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