Information Assurance & Network Security Certificate

Prof. Rafael M. Rivera

Universidad del Turabo

School of Engineering

Institute of Telecommunications & Information Technology

IT+

Topics Need for state-of-the-art certifiable skills IT+ laboratory facilities and resources

Telecommunications lab Operating systems lab Network security lab design

Curriculum and topics covered in the Graduate Network Security Certificate

Masters degree program in Telecommunications A Center for the Development and Investigation in

Information Assurance and Network Security Project Summary

Need for state-of-the-art education & skills

The network is the backbone of the modern enterprise

The network is vulnerable to a wide variety of security threats

Traditional engineering, science and administration Information Systems programs do not deliver in-depth knowledge and skills There is a need to insure that the skills of those in

charge of this vital resource are capable of handling security threats and issues.

Telecommunications Lab.

Operating Systems & Telecommunications Labs

Network Security Investigation Configuration

Network SecurityCertificate Program Overview

One Year Program – 4 trimesters 2 classes per trimester (Conference & Lab)

Introduction to Network Security Problems and Principles

Firewalls, Perimeter Protection and VPN´s Intrusion Detection Hacker Techniques, Exploits, and Incident Handling Security in the Windows Environment Security in the Unix and Linux Environments Auditing Networks, Procedures and Systems System Forensics, Investigation and Response

Network Security Core Topics

Public and Private Key Cryptography

Remote Access Security Virtual Private Networks

and IP Security X.509 Certificates Kerberos Key Management Hardware and Software

Firewalls

Security Planning and Auditing

Network Address Translation

Immunization and Recovery from Viruses

Password Administration

Securing Shared Resources

Network Security Benefits Cycle

Focus on Innovation

Network Security Technologies

Human Resources Development

Educational – 1 Year Certificate Program

Future Software & Hardware products certifications

Advising for industries and government agencies

Professional Certifications:

Avaya -

ACA - Avaya Certified Associate ACS - Avaya Certified Specialist

Cisco Systems -

CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate

CCNP - Cisco Certified Network Professional

Telecommunications I ndustry Association

CTP - Convergence Technologies Professional Hewlett Packard SUAGM Professional Certificate in Network Security Certificate in Web Design

Training courses according business necessity

Masters of Science in Telecommunications & Networks Systems Administration Core & Specialization Courses (36/45 Credits)

 Core Courses (17 credits)

TCOM507 Convergence of Technologies 4 credits

TCOM506 IP Telephony 4 credits

TCOM505 Design and Implementation of Voice Networks

4 credits

TCOM504 Network Analysis and Design 4 credits

MAIS704 Information Technology: Management and Policy

3 credits

Specialization Courses (19 credits)

TCOM501 Introduction to Networking 3 credits

TCOM502 Introduction to Local and Wide Area Networks 4 credits

TCOM503 Introduction to TCP/IP 4 credits

MANA708 Information Technology: Project Management 3 credits

TCOM510 Probability and Stochastic Processes for Science and Engineering

3 credits

Network Security

Project Summary

First steps towards the creation of a unique center for investigation and human resources development in the area of Networking Security Certificate in network security Option in Electrical Engineering Graduate specialized courses

Leverages off our existing graduate program in Telecommunications

Excellent commercialization potential through Research that could yield new techniques and protocols Possible software product based upon new algorithms Licensing agreements