2018-2019 Catalog

SEC 420 Perimeter Defense Techniques

Prerequisite

CIS 332 OR CIS 333 OR CIS 413 OR SEC 340

This is a lab-based course that covers topics in offensive network security, ethical hacking, network defense and countermeasures. The course provides an understanding of the tactics and tools used by hackers and methods to prepare strong countermeasures and defensive systems to protect an organization's critical infrastructure and information. Topics include perimeter defense techniques, scanning and attacking simulated networks with a variety of tools, viruses, and malware.

Notes

Certification availability: Certification availability is subject to change.

Course preparation requirements: Course may require that prerequisites are satisfied first through completion of a course at Strayer University, transfer credit, or review of previous certifications earned. Contact your Campus Dean, Associate Campus Dean, Dean of Advising, or Student Success Coach for additional information.