About this course: This course takes a look at the future of cybersecurity with respect to what is being done to lessen the potential for catastrophic destruction resulting from cyber attack on critical infrastructure. In this respect, we take a short survey of potential technological solutions and response options. We conclude this module by taking a look at unique aspects of the cyber profession and personal considerations for those who want to make cybersecurity a career.
Who is this class for: This course was designed for learners who currently work in the cybersecurity career field, are interested in working in the cybersecurity career field, or are just curious about the topic. While there are no specific prerequisites for this course, it does assume some common understanding about computers and the Internet. Similarly, while this is mostly a non-technical course, it does require analytical and problem-solving skills on the part of the learner. This course provides a general overview of cybersecurity as it relates to critical infrastructure protection and homeland security. In addition to examining various cybersecurity policies as they apply to the water, electricity, aviation, and Internet infrastructures, this course relates those practices to the broader mission of critical infrastructure protection identifying "who's who and what do they do". This course seeks to demonstrate the intimate relationship between homeland security and cybersecurity. If you are ready to pry open that Pandora's box, then this course is for you. I look forward to seeing you in the lectures. Cheers!
Created by: University of Colorado System
Taught by: Richard White, Assistant Research Professor
Computer Science
| Basic Info | Course 4 of 4 in the Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Specialization |
| Level | Beginner |
| Commitment | This is Course 4 in a 4-course specialization. Estimated workload: 15-hours over 1-week. |
| Language | English |
| How To Pass | Pass all graded assignments to complete the course. |
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Syllabus
WEEK 1
Module 13: Assessing Risk & Future Options
There is no cure for cyber attack and there is no absolute security. Accordingly, all cybersecurity entails risk management. In this module we will take a closer look at risk management and begin looking at alternatives to the cybersecurity problem.
4 videos, 4 readings, 3 practice quizzes
- Video: Course 4 Introduction
- Video: L31 Risk Analysis
- Reading: More Risk Methodologies (Optional Video)
- Practice Quiz: L31 Challenge Questions
- Video: L32 Reversion
- Reading: More Cyber Threat to Infrastructure (Optional Video)
- Practice Quiz: L32 Challenge Questions
- Video: L33 Conundrum
- Reading: Limits of Quantum Computing (Optional)
- Reading: Solving the Cyber Conundrum (Optional Video)
- Practice Quiz: L33 Challenge Questions
- Discussion Prompt: What do you think?
WEEK 2
Module 14: Responding to Cyber Attack
This module examines the cyber response capabilities of DHS and DoD. Also included in this module is course exam #7. Good luck!
2 videos, 3 readings, 2 practice quizzes
- Video: L34 Response
- Reading: Cyber Incident Response (Optional Video)
- Reading: DHS NPPD (Optional)
- Practice Quiz: L34 Challenge Questions
- Video: L37 Military
- Reading: Cyber Weapon (Optional Video)
- Practice Quiz: L37 Challenge Questions
- Discussion Prompt: What do you think?
Graded: Exam 7
WEEK 3
Module 15: Escaping the Cyber Trap
This module examines legal issues related to cyber crime and cyber surveillance. It also examines how critical infrastructure might eventually evolve and become immune to cyber attack.
3 videos, 5 readings, 3 practice quizzes
- Video: L35 Retaliation
- Reading: Estimating the Cost of Cybercrime (Optional)
- Reading: More on Cybercrime (Optional Video)
- Practice Quiz: L35 Challenge Questions
- Video: L36 Surveillance
- Reading: NSA Surveillance Leaks (Optional)
- Reading: Cybercrime Law Symposium (Optional Video)
- Practice Quiz: L36 Challenge Questions
- Video: L38 Mitigation
- Reading: Cyber Risk & Crisis Management (Optional Video)
- Practice Quiz: L38 Challenge Questions
- Discussion Prompt: What do you think?
WEEK 4
Module 16: Cyber Profession & Career
In this module we will take a look at the cyber profession and your future in the cyber career field. Also included in this module are the remaining course exam and project, and a comprehensive final exam. Please take your time and carefully consider your answers. Again, I wish you the best of luck. Cheers!
2 videos, 2 readings, 2 practice quizzes
- Video: L39 Revolutionary
- Reading: Cyber Resilience (Optional Video)
- Practice Quiz: L39 Challenge Questions
- Video: L40 Profession
- Reading: Building Cyber Capability (Optional Video)
- Practice Quiz: L40 Challenge Questions
- Discussion Prompt: What do you think?
Graded: Exam 8
Graded: Building Cybersecurity Capability
Graded: Final Exam
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Very good course. It gave me a broad view about homeland security and its relations to cyber security. Thanks.