Society has become dependent on secure operation of global information systems and communications networks. Increasingly society has become vulnerable to a broad range of deliberate and unintentional disruptions in the management of these complex infrastructures. Viruses, attacks on Internet service providers, and the theft of code from public and private organizations has demonstrated the vulnerability of these systems. These vulnerabilities come from both inside and outside the organization. Experts estimate these disruptions cost industry billions of dollars yearly.

This course will provide you with a historical context for the study of data and Internet security and the evolution of security. You will examine different systems, vulnerabilities and threats and will be introduced to basic data security strategies and practices including administrative, cryptographic and authentication-based techniques. You can use this program to prepare for a majority of topics covered in the CISSP exam.

This IT Security Certificate Program will be held every other Monday starting in October 2009 and ending in June 2010. Upon successful completion of the course you will receive a certificate.

Note: Due to the nature of this course the participant cancel date for this class will be September 8, 2009.

Performance Objectives: Upon completion of this course you should be able to:

• Understand the fundamentals of Information Security to include:
  • Historical perspectives on data and Internet security
  • Security threats and vulnerabilities
  • Cryptography
  • Physical security
  • Network security
  • Programming security
  • Operating system security
  • Database security
  • Security and remote access
  • Security, the Internet and the Web

• Understand and use tools and techniques of database and network security including:
  • Security strategy and systems architecture.
  • Network security tools and techniques.
  • E-commerce server and transaction security.
  • Access control and authentication.
  • Security for virtual private networks.
  • Introduction to wireless security.
  • Operating system security.
  • Database security.
  • Intrusion response.

• Understand and employ Security Administration and Emerging Security Issues:
  • Planning a secure systems architecture and operational environment.
  • Implementing secure information systems.
  • Securing UNIX systems using Linux and Solaris.
  • Securing Windows 2000 systems.
  • Wireless security.
  • Emerging technologies, issues and trends in data and Internet security.

Competencies covered in this class: Security

Intended Audience: Public sector employees who are information professionals to include programmers, systems analysts, database administra­tors, network administrators, web developers, and operations personnel who have direct responsibility for design, implementation. and management of information systems. The program may also be appropriate for individuals in management, finance, law enforcement, military service and the legal profession.

Pre-requisites:To enter the program you must demonstrate baseline technical competency in understanding and working with computers. Listed below are the acceptance criteria for the program.

• Applicants should have two years of college and two years of experience in the information technology field. Individuals with less than two years of experience may be accepted if they have completed relevant education or training programs.
• Applicants who do not meet the recommended admissions requirements may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and interviewed by the UWT Director of Continuing Studies and designee and/or the instructor for the program to determine acceptance status.

Application Process: The application process is simple:

• Notify your Senior IT Manager of your interest and obtain approval/support.
• Have your Training Manager register you in the HRDIS training registration system.
• Submit a resume outlining you education and job experience to Walter Jones or Priscilla Martinez via mail or email to the individuals shown below.
• Receive your letter of acceptance from UW Tacoma

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