CYB-101: Introduction to Information Security

Interactive Online Learning that Fits Your Schedule

Washington Technical Institute understands that you have a busy schedule and that you are looking for a school that will fit into your lifestyle. Our virtual classroom helps you fit your education into your life. Our synchronous sessions are designed to help provide additional instructor-led activities and interactions to help with some of the more complex topics. No need to worry, though…if you miss a session, they are all recorded! You can connect with your instructor on questions you have at any time. 

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Program Starts

This program starts every day which means you do not have to wait to get started on your education! 

Technology Requirements

Students will need to have access to the internet as well as a computer or Chromebook to complete this class. Using a tablet, or phone will not be possible for this program given the nature of the material.

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Tuition Includes:

• 24/7 Access to WTI Interactive Online Classroom
• Hands-on Instruction by qualified attorney professors
• Audio Lectures (downloadable)
• Westlaw or Lois Law Training
• Lifetime Career Development Guidance
• No Interest Installment Plans

Total Tuition: $599

Available Payment Options & Financing

Full Payment: $599
Payment Plan: $299.50 over 2 payments

Certain restrictions apply for students who pay for tuition via a third party, such as WIA, Vocational Rehabilitation, MyCAA and other funding sources. Please see the Financial Assistance page for details and other information.

This course will introduce the latest trends, developments, and technology within information security. It will provide students with a balanced focus that addresses all aspects of information security, beyond simply a technical perspective. Students will gain a solid foundation in information systems and cyber security.

Course Objectives:

Throughout the course, you will meet the following goals:

• Gain a strong foundational understanding of the history of and need for information security
• Be able to explain and implement information technology concepts and processes
• Understand how to complete risk management assessments and build a strong information security plan
• Develop an understanding of the legal and ethical professional issues in information security
• Navigate information security concepts as they pertain to staff and personnel and overall security technology such as access controls, firewalls, and VPNs.

Contents:

1. Module 1: Introduction to Information Security
2. Module 2: The Need for Information Security
3. Module 3: Information Security Management
4. Module 4: Risk Management
5. Module 5: Incident Response and Contingency Planning
6. Module 6: Legal, Ethical, and Professional Issues in Information Security
7. Module 7: Security and Personnel
8. Module 8: Security Technology: Access Controls, Firewall, and VPNs
9. Module 9: Security Technology: Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems and other Security Tools
10. Module 10: Cryptography
11. Module 11: Implementing Information Security
12. Module 12: Information Security Maintenance

Grading Scale

A = 95-100%
B = 88-94.9%
C = 80-87.9%
D = 70-79.9%
F = Below 70%

Grade Weighting

Chapter Quizzes.................50%
Activities..................................20%
Final Exam..............................30%
.....................................................100%