Network Security and Defence

Overview

During Network Security and Defence at FutureLearn   you’ll explore the core concept of cyber security, and you’ll be equipped with the knowledge you need to detect vulnerabilities. You’ll discover how to develop attack profiles for conventional networks, security architectures and advanced protection methods. You’ll then look at testing, monitoring and audit, including advanced protection methods.

Key facts:

You’ll have the chance to explore the range of potential threats to a network and the ways to assess them for likelihood and impact. You’ll also look at ways to determine the level of defence required to manage these threats within the tolerances of an organisation and as appropriate for the data held.