• Learn basic terms and primitives of cryptography • Deep dive into how symmetric encryption algorithms work • Study the RSA asymmetric encryption algorithm • Compare message digest algorithms • Explain the math behind digital signatures • Learn the concepts behind quantum cryptography
• Networking basics • Network threats and vulnerabilities • WiFi security • Denial-of-service attacks • Network encryption concepts and tools • Types of firewalls and what they do • Intrusion detection and prevention systems • Security information and event management tools
• Basic database terminology and concepts • Security requirements for databases • Implementing access controls in databases • Protecting sensitive data • Data mining and big data
• Define computer security as well as basic computer security terms • Introduce the C-I-A Triad • Introduce basic access control terminology • Explain basic threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks • Show how controls map to threats
