INRODUCTION
The program is designed to help students develop a deeper understanding of modern information and system protection technology and methods. Also, to identify, analyze and remediate computer security breaches by learning and implementing the real-world scenarios in Cyber Investigations Laboratory, Network Security Laboratory and in Security and Penetration Testing Laboratory.
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Exhibit knowledge to secure corrupted systems, protect personal data, and secure computer networks in an organization.
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Practice with an expertise in academics to design and implement security solutions.
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Understand key terms and concepts in Cryptography, Governance and Compliance.
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Develop cyber security strategies and policies.
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Understand principles of web security and to guarantee a secure network by monitoring and analyzing the nature of attacks through cyber/computer forensics software/tools.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the program, candidates will be familiar with cyber security landscapes and able to
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Analyze and evaluate the cyber security needs of an organization.
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Determine and analyze software vulnerabilities and security solutions to reduce the risk of exploitation.
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Measure the performance and troubleshoot cyber security systems.
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Comprehend and execute risk management processes, risk treatment methods, and key risk and performance indicators.
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Design and develop a security architecture for an organization.
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Design operational and strategic cyber security strategies and policies.
PLAN OF STUDY FOR
ASSOCIATE DEGREE (AD):
02
YEARS DURATION
04
SEMESTER
68
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
The students, after obtaining the degree may continue their studies towards BS (4-year) program and the relevant qualified courses will be exempted/transferred, accordingly.
ADMISSION ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
The candidate who is seeking admission in Associate Degree in Cyber Security should be Intermediate 12-year schooling as one of the below,
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Intermediate Pre - Engineering / Science General with 50% minimum percentage,
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A-level candidates are required to provide equivalence certificate from Inter Board Committee of Chairman (IBCC), Islamabad. (http://www.ibcc.edu.pk/)
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Pakistani nationals abroad and foreigners are also eligible provided they Possess the requisite academic qualifications.