CIS 283 Security+

Lecture Hours: 4
Credits: 4

Provides students with the fundamentals of computer security, and to help prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam. Covers material related to general computer security concepts, communications security, infrastructure security, basics of cryptography and operational/organizational security. Presents information on capturing, analyzing and generating IP traffic, how to exploit protocol weaknesses and examine defensive solutions. Covers packet filtering, password policies and file integrity checking are also covered.

Prerequisite: CIS 102A and CIS 179, each with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Demonstrate knowledge of security threats
Create security policies to secure files and print resources
Demonstrate knowledge of cryptography, access control and authentication
Prevent against external attack
Demonstrate knowledge of operational and organization security

Content Outline

Risk, Infrastructure, and Connectivity
Network Security
Access Control and Protecting the User
Application, Cryptography, and Host Security
Physical Security and Network Vulnerabilities
Data Recovery and Administration