CIS 267+ - Security +

3 credits

This course offers in-depth coverage of the current risks and threats to an organization’s data, combined with a structured way of addressing the safeguarding of these critical electronic assets. The course provides a foundation for those responsible for protecting network services, devices, traffic, and data; and addresses the broad-based knowledge necessary to prepare students for further study in other specialized security fields. It is also intended to serve the needs of individuals seeking to pass the Computing Technology Industry Association’s (CompTIA) Security + certification exam. [SPRING] Two hours of lecture, two hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): CIS 240+ or CSI 157 (to be taken at Anne Arundel Community College).

Note: CyberWatch curriculum equivalent: CW 160.