Foundations of Cyberspace Operations (CYOP 200):
A hands-on introduction to the principles of cyberspace operations that support defensive and offensive processes. The objective is to navigate, integrate, and use popular cybersecurity tools and functions in a safe environment to detect and reduce system threats and vulnerabilities. Topics include strategic and tactical planning and guidance, security objectives for information systems, cybersecurity frameworks, security design principles, vulnerabilities and exploits, network and application…
security techniques, and automated tools for testing and security assessment.
Reverse Engineering and Malware Analysis (CYOP 310):
A lab-intensive study of reverse engineering and malware analysis techniques. The objective is to recognize, dissect, and remediate infections caused by malicious code and malware using modern tools and methodologies. Topics include malware analysis, reverse engineering, common malware patterns, assembly language, debuggers and obfuscation, and packing techniques.
Cyber Operations Capstone (CYOP 495):
A comprehensive project-driven study of cyber operations, network collection tactics, techniques, and procedures and reverse engineering and malware analysis with an emphasis on the proactive response to triggers or unusual activity. The objective is to use appropriate tools and techniques to monitor cyber operations. Topics include wireless and virtual networks, cryptography, network monitoring and intrusion analysis, threat hunting, and secure software engineering.
Required Education and Experience
- Masters degree in Cyber Operations or related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
- Professional experience in Cyber Operations or related fields.
- Experience teaching adult learners online and in higher education is strongly preferred.
- This position is specifically to teach online.
