CIT 250 : Cyber Defense and Firewall Security
This course offers an introduction to firewalls and virtual private networks (VPNs) for securing a network. Various network security-related issues, such as threats and business challenges, are introduced and examined. The course addresses firewall functionality and how to select, construct, configure, and manage a firewall. Different types of VPNs for securing data in an organization are also addressed including the benefits, various architectures, and implementation considerations. In addition, students will learn the essentials of secure network design and management. Prerequisite: CIT 150 with a grade of C or better, or permission of the instructor. Three lecture hours per week. Instructional Support Fee applies. Gen. Ed. Competencies Met: Critical Thinking, Information Literacy, and Scientific Reasoning and Discovery.
Course Outcomes
1. Explain the fundamental concepts of network security for an IT infrastructure.
2. Design a secure network using common topologies, segmentation, and access controls.
3. Describe the fundamental functions of firewalls to manage network access.
4. Explain VPN functions and authentication techniques for secure remote access.
5. Identify firewall and network security management best practices.