Abstract
In this subject students will analyse and apply content from the eight domains that comprise a Common Body of Knowledge (CBK) for information systems security professionals. This subject will also help students prepare for the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) industry certification exam from the International Information Systems Security … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Access ControlApplication Development SecurityBusiness Continuity and Disaster Recovery PlanningInformation Security Risk and GovernanceCryptologyLegal, Regulations, Investigations and ComplianceOperations SecurityPhysical (Environmental) SecuritySecurity Architecture and DesignTelecommunications Security
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
be able to formulate a security management policy;
2.
be able to compare and select appropriate secure system architectures;
3.
be able to justify key elements of operations security;
4.
be able to describe common application security threats and justify appropriate security countermeasures.
5.
be able to apply structured threat and risk assessments to analyse an enterprise environment; and
6.
be able to select appropriate industry frameworks and regulations to support security analysis and recommendations.
Assumed knowledge
It is assumed that students will have completed ITI581 Cyber Security Fundamentals or equivalent
Enrolment restrictions
Only available to students enrolled in IT Masters courses.