Basics of computer and computer network. Basics of information security in both the management aspect and technical aspects. Organizational assets and security controls. Auditing, monitoring,
testing, and evaluating the effectiveness of security controls. Management and preparation of security incidents, disruptions, and disasters. Cyber security, threats, and attacks. Types of security incidents and attacks. Preventive methods to prevent detect and react to incidents and attacks. Basics of the application of cryptography and security functions. Cryptographic models. Introduction to wireless technology. Introduction to wireless security. Introduction to filtering services. Firewall, tunnelling, and encryption. Securing networks. Honeypots, network sniffers, and packet capturing. Hardening of operating systems. Intrusion detection and prevention. Risk management and compliance. Global privacy laws.
- Teacher: Aliyu Hassan Ahmad