The basics of cyber security

Description

The subject provides students with the formation of fundamental theoretical knowledge and practical skills on the conceptual basis of cyber security, its role and importance in the modern digital environment. within the scope of the subject, the concepts of cyber security and information security, their different and interconnected features, the basic principles of protection of information systems, networks and user data are studied. various cyber attack vectors and threat actors, vulnerability, threat and risk concepts, stages of the cyber attack chain and technical and organizational defenses against each stage are reviewed. students are introduced to basic penetration testing methodologies, operating in a linux environment, open source intelligence gathering (osint), network scanning, vulnerability identification and management, system security assessment, and access control principles. also explored are social engineering, ddos attacks and defenses, security of web applications and wireless networks, privilege management, ethical and legal aspects of cybersecurity, and the opportunities and risks posed by generative artificial intelligence technologies. the subject is aimed at developing students basic practical skills in vulnerability analysis, conducting security tests, evaluating results and preparing reports, as well as a systematic and analytical approach to cyber security problems.

Course learning outcomes

1. 1

   CLO 1: Must know basic concepts and concepts of cyber security.

2. 2

   CLO 2: The importance of managing cyber security needs to be understood. must know organizational forms and methods for ensuring cyber security.

3. 3

   CLO 3: He should know the basic principles and also learn technical methods and tools to ensure his cyber security. he should also be aware of vulnerabilities, gaps, threats and risks, and have a general knowledge of their characteristics and management.

4. 4

   CLO 4: Must know the functions of the necessary tools in the field of defensive and offensive cyber security.

5. 5

   CLO 5: Must be able to implement security policies by applying security management tools ("controls, methods and tools). must have general knowledge of the relevance, formation features and implementation of cyber security policies, as well as know how to ensure them.

6. 6

   CLO 6: Must know global regional and national norms, standards and best practices in the field of cyber security, and be able to monitor their development