IST65100 - Cybersecurity Technology

(3 units)

The course will discuss ways and mechanisms in which cyber security policy can be enforced in the operating system, in software development, and in networks. The course will teach about concepts of incident response, handling a breach, disaster recovery plans, engaging in investigation and forensics. Students will learn the roles IST professionals can play in enhancing and supporting cyber security in organizations. Students will have a conceptual understanding of cyber security as well as exposure to applied practice with exposure to popular cyber security tools.