Cyber Security threats have been determined to be the greatest challenges for national security and crime prevention in the private sector. The objective of the course offered by ENMU-Ruidoso is prepare the student to take the CompTIA Security exam. The coursework is designed to provide students with the necessary understanding and abilities to apply network security fundamentals and methods. Upon completion of this online course a student should be able to take the CompTIA’s 2008 Security+ certification exam.

This course delivers a comprehensive overview of network security, including general security concepts. Communication security is studied, including remote access, e-mail, the Web, directory and file transfer, and wireless data. Common network attacks are introduced. Cryptography basics are incorporated, and operational/organizational security is discussed as it relates to physical security, disaster recovery, and business continuity. Computer forensics is introduced. Upon completion of this online course a student should be able to take the CompTIA’s 2008 Security+ certification exam. Specific topic coverage includes: Introduction to Security, System Threats and Risks, Protecting Systems, Network Vulnerabilities and Attacks, Network Defenses, Wireless Network Security, Access Control Fundamentals, Authentication, Performing Vulnerability Assessments, Conducting Security Audits, Basic Cryptography, Applying Cryptography, Business Continuity Planning and Procedures, Policies and Legislation

Graduates will have the ability and knowledge to plan, analyze, develop, implement, maintain, and enhance information systems security programs, policies, procedures, and tools to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems, networks, SCADA and data that make up today’s cyber environment.