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ITE511 Digital Forensics Security Essentials (8)
AbstractIn this subject students will learn the language and underlying theory of computer security plus acquire the skills required for effective performance for the securing of systems and/or organisations. Students will be required to pass the GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) industry certification exam to complete this subject. |
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Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: ITE511
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject informationDuration | Grading System | School: |
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One session | SY/US | School of Computing and Mathematics |
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Enrolment restrictionsAvailable only to students enrolled in the Master of Information Systems Security and Master of Management (Information Technology)
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to describe the six steps in security incident handling; - be able to detail the four primary threats for perimeter protection; - be able to demonstrate the skills required for effective securing of systems and organisations. |
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics: * Risk Assessment and Auditing
* Host and Network Based Intrusion Detection
* Honeypots, Firewalls and Perimeter Protection
* Security Policy
* Password Management
* Security Incident Handling - The Six Steps
* Information Warfare
* Web Security
* Network Fundamentals and IP Concepts and Behaviour
* Cisco Router Filters
* Four Primary Threats for Perimeter Protection
* PGP, Steganography
* Anti-Viral Tools
* Windows Security Administration and Auditing
* IIS Security
* Unix Security Fundamentals |
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The information contained in the 2016 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 06 September 2016. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.