IAAS 224 - Implementing Network Security

3 Credits
This course provides hands-on, practical techniques for implementing security in today’s environment. The current risks and threats to an organization’s data, along with methods of safeguarding this data, will be discussed. Students will build on previous knowledge to implement basic security services on any computer network. This course provides essential groundwork for those pursuing advanced cybersecurity credentials, including the CompTIA Security+ exam.

Prerequisite(s): NETW 141
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe the security purpose and function of network devices and technologies.
2. Explain risk related concepts, and the importance of incident response procedures, business continuity plans, and disaster recovery plans.
3. Identify different types of threats and vulnerabilities, as well as defense techniques.
4. Carry our procedures to establish application, data, and host security.
5. Implement authentication, authorization, and access control services.
6. Apply various cryptographic tools.