CSNT 241 Network Security and Encryption

• Compare and contrast network security vs. computer security
• Demonstrate an understanding of the network security terminologies
• Define access control methods and their proper applications
• Describe vulnerabilities and attacks, and measures used to protect against them
• Explain the basic concepts of cryptography and public key infrastructure
• Define authentication methods and their proper applications
• Define and apply network infrastructure security, including wireless networking
• Apply methods to harden hardware, applications, and networks
• Correctly deploy network monitoring, analysis, and sniffing tools
• Define auditing and intrusion detection and protection systems
• Define common methods to enhance communications security and internet services security
• Define and understand the concepts of operational security and security planning, including business continuity, physical security, and incident response
• Comply with End User Licensing Agreements (EULA)
• Create acceptable use and security policies

• be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in the IT field
• perform successfully as computer technicians, Network technicians, installers, troubleshooters, help desk support, and network administrators
• demonstrate knowledge of data protection and network hardening techniques