Overview
Overview
The interdisciplinary Cybersecurity Minor is a collaborative effort between the Computer Science Data Analytics (CSDA) faculty and the Computer Information Systems (BCIS) faculty. The minor in applied computer security combines both theoretical concepts and technical skills to prepare students for a career in information security while incorporating their major field of work. Students will study various areas of computer security, including hacking, ethics, forensics, networking, and security management. Such positions require in-depth knowledge of established cybersecurity principles, tools, and techniques as well as knowledge of how those principles can be aligned to larger organizational strategies. The Interdisciplinary Cybersecurity Minor is intended for students who are interested in expanding their knowledge and skills in the application of cybersecurity. An Interdisciplinary Cybersecurity Minor, coupled with any major, can increase the employment opportunities available across a wide variety of areas. Every industry and profession need graduates who can use cybersecurity to deepen their knowledge, further their research, and better support business decisions. That is why our minor in Cybersecurity is open to all students at Woodbury University, regardless of college or major.
Mission
The minor in Cyber Security is designed to equip students with the technical skills necessary for entry-level positions in cybersecurity within industry or government agencies.
Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
A student who completes the Cybersecurity minor program will be able to:
- Adhere to a structured model in the Security Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Detect attack methodologies and combat hackers attempting intrusion or other unauthorized connections to access computer resources
- Protect data and respond to internet-based threats
- Design and implement risk analysis, security policies, and damage assessments
- Plan, implement, and audit operating systems' security in networked, multi-platform, and cross-platform environments
- Provide contingency operations, including administrative planning for incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning within information security
Program Learning Outcomes
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PROGRAM TOPIC CATEGORY 1
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Problem Solving in Cybersecurity
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Demonstrate an understanding of the basic threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities that exist in today’s digital world.
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PROGRAM TOPIC CATEGORY 2
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Virtual secure environment
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Create a virtual secure environment to practice with basic networking, password cracking, and security tools.
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PROGRAM TOPIC CATEGORY 3
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Programming
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Demonstrate secure programming techniques.
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PROGRAM TOPIC CATEGORY 4
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Cryptography
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Articulate basic cryptography techniques from the past and today’s world.
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PROGRAM TOPIC CATEGORY 5
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Security and compliance laws
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Gain a basic understanding of security and compliance laws, cyber security opportunities, and the job market.
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Total Credit Hours: 15