Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SKIL-0212
Organization:
Location:
Online
Length:
12.5 hours (52 weeks)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Network Security
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to prepare a learner to become Security+ certified by acquiring foundational IT security knowledge related to the exam.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Understand various security goals, compare security control categories and types, and build a strong foundation in data protection and security strategies.
  • Gain knowledge of practical cryptography, cryptosystems, and the fundamental concepts of vulnerability management, security monitoring, and enterprise security solutions.
  • Identify threat actors and attack vectors, recognize malicious activities such as malware, network, and cryptographic attacks, and explore effective mitigation techniques.
  • Recognize the importance of automation, orchestration, incident response, and digital forensics in managing security risks and conducting investigations.
  • Understand security compliance, third-party risk management, audits, assessments, and the significance of security awareness training.

General Topics:

  • Security Goals & Controls
  • Fundamental Security Concepts
  • Practical Cryptography
  • Threat Actors & Vectors
  • Survey of Malicious Activities
  • Mitigation Techniques
  • Architecture & Infrastructure Concepts
  • Enterprise Infrastructure Security Principles
  • Data Protection Concepts & Strategies
  • Resilience & Recovery
  • Computing Resources Security Techniques
  • Vulnerability Management
  • Security Monitoring & Alerting
  • Enterprise Security Capabilities
  • Identity and Access Management
  • Automation, Orchestration, & Incident Response
  • Effective Security Governance
  • Risk Management
  • Security Compliance & Third-Party Risk
  • Audits, Assessments, & Awareness
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Computer Based Training
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials