Cybersecurity Fundamentals (CYBR 1101)

In this course, students will be introduced to cybersecurity and why it is important for organizations. Students will learn about key cybersecurity concepts, threats and vulnerabilities, and the concept of least privilege. Students will learn fundamental terminology related to cybersecurity and be introduced to the primary roles and responsibilities related to security for different members of an organization.
Course code: CYBR 1101
Credits: 3.0
Length: 50.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=CYBR&number=1101
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Additional Information

  • Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) Triad
  • Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA)
  • Principle of Least Privilege (POLP)
  • Defense in Depth
  • Firewalls
  • Intrusion Prevention and Detection System (IDS, IPS)
  • OWASP Top 10
  • Hardening
  • Vulnerabilities and threats
  • Viruses
  • Roles and responsibilities related to security
  • Access control and permissions
  • Penetration testing
  • Security operations centre
  • Incident recognition and response

PLAR is assessed through:
1) Challenge exam (may involve scenario-based assessment), or a portfolio review showcasing experience related to cybersecurity, or proof of active professional certification in CISSP or CISM; and
2) an interview with the department leader or designate

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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