Cybersecurity and Intelligence

This course explores the discipline of cyber threat analysis at a basic level, introducing the methodology of investigation, the threat environment (cyberspace), some of the online tools used by analysts, and their application in real world examples. Students are introduced to the key concepts, tools and terminologies used by professionals in the field, and apply what they learn in practical exercises that model real-world events.

This course introduces students to the threat landscape and the methodology used to mitigate threats to personnel and agencies. Students develop a basic understanding of risk management and control, along with a study of legal and compliance topics. The field of forensics is explored, including a demonstration of how a forensic analysis is performed, and how to manage the process of a technical investigation.

This course provides an overview of cyber intelligence, discussing the theory, objectives, challenges and differences between government and private sector cyber intelligence. Real world case studies provide a vehicle for students to understand intelligence indicators and learn methods for providing decision makers with reporting options that remove conjecture and bias.

This course studies the response of law enforcement and information systems scientists to the use of computers and related technologies for criminal purposes. While no prior computer knowledge is required, students use computers as a part of this class. Major policy issues surrounding this area are also discussed.

This course provides an understanding of both opportunities and threats of doing business online and adopting information and communications technologies within a modern organization. It also discusses the advantages and risks of new technology innovations, including the Internet of Things, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, machine learning and 5G. Students learn how to effectively manage digital risks, with a focus on preventing and mitigating cyber threats through risk management, thought leadership, cyber policy development, employee awareness and training, network security and intrusion prevention techniques, incident response planning, information sharing, vendors’ contractual agreements and other preventive and mitigation strategies.