This course is part of the Managing Cybersecurity Specialization

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Herbert J. Mattord, Ph.D., CISM, CISSP, CDP +1 more instructor

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Managing Cybersecurity SpecializationUniversity System of Georgia

About this Course

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Almost every organization uses computer networks to share their information and to support their business operations. When we allow network access to data  it is exposed to threats from inside and outside of the organization.  This course examines the threats associated with using internal and external networks and how to manage the protection of information when it’s accessible via networks.
In this course, a learner will be able to:
●	 Describe the threats to data from information communication technology (ICT)
●	 Identify the issues and practices associated with managing network security
●	 Identify the practices, tools, and methodologies associated with assessing network security
●	 Describe the components of an effective network security program

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Course 3 of 5 in the

Managing Cybersecurity Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 15 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

What you will learn

Describe the threats to data from information communication technology (ICT)
Identify the issues and practices associated with managing network security
Identify the practices, tools, and methodologies associated with assessing network security
Describe the components of an effective network security program

Skills you will gain

Wireless Security
Intrusion Detection System
Firewall (Computing)
Computer Network

Flexible deadlines

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Shareable Certificate

Earn a Certificate upon completion

100% online

Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.

Course 3 of 5 in the

Managing Cybersecurity Specialization

Beginner Level

Approx. 15 hours to complete

English

Subtitles: Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, English, Spanish

Instructors

Instructor rating

4.75/5 (57 Ratings)

Herbert J. Mattord, Ph.D., CISM, CISSP, CDP

Professor of Information Security

Information Systems and Security

95,697 Learners

13 Courses

Michael Whitman, Ph.D., CISM, CISSP

Professor of Information Security

Department of Information Systems and Security

95,697 Learners

13 Courses

Offered by

University System of Georgia

The University System of Georgia is composed of 28 higher education institutions including 4 research universities, 2 regional universities, 12 state universities, 13 state colleges and the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography. The Georgia Public Library System, encompassing 61 library systems throughout Georgia, is also part of the University System.

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week

Week 1

11 minutes to complete

Welcome to the course Managing Network Security (Course 3)

This is an overview of the learning objectives for the course.

11 minutes to complete

1 video (Total 1 min), 1 reading

Week

Week 2

2 hours to complete

Introduction to Networking (Module 3.1)

Learning objectives for the module.

2 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 71 min)

8 videos

Introduction to Networking56s

What is a network?7m

How networks communicate10m

Introduction to Network Protocols9m

TCP/IP and Ethernet Network Protocols15m

Securing Internet Services and the Web - Part 114m

Securing Internet Services and the Web - Part 212m

Introduction to Networking46s

7 practice exercises

What is a network?5m

How networks communicate5m

Introduction to Network Protocols5m

TCP/IP and Ethernet Network Protocols5m

Securing Internet Services and the Web - Part 15m

Securing Internet Services and the Web - Part 25m

Introduction to Networking30m

Week

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Cybersecurity Technology Administration (Module 3.2)

Learning objectives for the module on Cybersecurity Technology Administration

2 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 59 min), 1 reading, 6 quizzes

7 videos

Cybersecurity Technology Administration1m

Firewall Administration – Firewall Selection9m

Firewall Administration – Firewall Configuration10m

IDPS Administration12m

VPN Administration9m

Cryptography and Network Security14m

Cybersecurity Technology Administration1m

1 reading

Firewalls10m

6 practice exercises

Firewall Administration – Firewall Selection5m

Firewall Administration – Firewall Configuration5m

IDPS Administration5m

VPN Administration5m

Cryptography and Network Security30m

Cybersecurity Technology Administration30m

Week

Week 4

4 hours to complete

Wireless and Cloud Networks (Module 3.3)

Learning objectives for Wireless and Cloud Networks

4 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 54 min), 1 reading, 6 quizzes

7 videos

Wireless and Cloud Networks1m

What is a Wireless Network?11m

Wireless Standards and Protocols15m

What is Cloud networking and computing?8m

Cloud networking and cybersecurity9m

Additional Wireless Network Standards and Technologies7m

Wrap up for Wireless and Cloud Networks54s

1 reading

Wireless Protocols10m

6 practice exercises

What is a Wireless Network?30m

Wireless Standards and Protocols30m

What is Cloud networking and computing?30m

Cloud networking and cybersecurity30m

Additional Wireless Network Standards and Technologies30m

Wireless and Cloud Networks30m

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TOP REVIEWS FROM MANAGING NETWORK SECURITY

by GSJan 31, 2021

Excellent course. Valuable information. Thank you.

by PKOct 20, 2020

The course that I attended is an exelent one. This sessions helped me to learn more about cyber security

by LBSep 9, 2021

thanks for this great platform i have learn alot from it.

by TRJan 9, 2021

A fairly good job of covering all the different topics that fall under Network Security with out getting too complicated

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About the Managing Cybersecurity Specialization

This specialization is intended for those learners that:

- would preferably have an undergraduate (bachelors) degree, or is a currently enrolled student - are interested in the area of IT and cybersecurity and how it relates to business decisions - is currently employed or seeking employment and needs to understand issues and best practices around Cybersecurity - may be a IT or Cybersecurity professional or technician - may be interested in Cybersecurity and unsure of how to approach a career in it

Frequently Asked Questions

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What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
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