CNT 260 - Information Assurance and Security

Credits: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 3
Description: This course is designed to supplement technical knowledge and skills with a fundamental understanding of information assurance (IA); security design principles; and the rules, guidelines and laws that must be observed when securing information systems. Specific topics include the security life-cycle, access control models, vulnerability and risk assessment strategies, fundamental security design principles and other related concepts. Applicable laws and policies and responsibilities related to cyber defense are also covered.

Prerequisites: CNT 115
Corequisites: None.
Recommended: Completion of at least nine credit hours of CIS or CNT courses.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Winter Only
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Course Competencies

Explain how fundamental information assurance and cyber defense concepts are used to provide system security.
Determine appropriate use of security technologies and methods based on system architecture, vulnerabilities and risk.
Incorporate fundamental security design principles in system implementation and analysis.
Outline laws, policies and responsibilities applicable to cyber defense professionals.
Explain the purpose and elements of cryptographic systems and algorithms.
Select appropriate cryptographic solutions for a given situation or implementation.
Explore network security technologies and tools.
Explain processes used in security planning, governance, maintenance and risk management.
Evaluate physical security risks and mitigation approaches.