ITI542 Securing Networks (8)
CSU Discipline Area: Unallocated to a CSU Discipline code (OTHER)
Duration: One session
Abstract:
This subject provides students with the skills and knowledge to secure Cisco routers and switches and their associated networks. Topics covered include: Security threats facing modern network infrastructures, Securing Cisco routers, Implementing basic AAA, Using ACLs to mitigate router and network threats, Implementing secure management and reporting, Mitigating common Layer 2 attacks, and Implementing Cisco IOS Firewall features, Cisco IOS IPS features, and IPsec VPN features using Cisco Security Device Manager.
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No offerings have been identified for this subject in 2013.Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details prior to contacting their course coordinator: ITI542
Where differences exist between the handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
Prerequisite(s):
Enrolment restrictions:
Only for students enrolled in the Master of Information Systems Security, Graduate Certificate of Information Systems Security, Master of Management (Information Technology), Graduate Certificate in Management (Information Technology)
Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to describe and mitigate the common threats to the physical installation;
be able to secure Cisco routers;
be able to implement basic AAA using Cisco routers;
be able to mitigate threats to Cisco routers and networks using ACLs;
be able to implement secure network management and reporting;
be able to describe the factors to be considered when planning for secure management and reporting of network devices;
be able to mitigate common Layer 2 attacks;
be able to implement the Cisco IOS firewall feature set using SDM;
be able to implement IPsec VPN on Cisco routers using SDM;
be able to explain IKE protocol functionality and phases;
be able to describe the building blocks of IPsec and the security functions it provides; and
be able to configure and verify remote access VPNs using the Cisco Easy VPN Server feature of Cisco SDM.
Syllabus:
The subject will cover the following topics:
Based on Cisco Certified Security Professional Certificate Curriculum
The information contained in the 2013 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 24 April 2013. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.