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This course aims to help anyone interested in data science understand the cybersecurity risks and the tools/techniques that can be used to mitigate those risks. We will cover the distinctions between confidentiality, integrity, and availability, introduce learners to relevant cybersecurity tools and techniques including cryptographic tools, software resources, and policies that will be essential to data science. We will explore key tools and techniques for authentication and access control so producers, curators, and users of data can help ensure the security and privacy of the data.
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This course aims to help anyone interested in data science understand the cybersecurity risks and the tools/techniques that can be used to mitigate those risks. We will cover the distinctions between confidentiality, integrity, and availability, introduce learners to relevant cybersecurity tools and techniques including cryptographic tools, software resources, and policies that will be essential to data science. We will explore key tools and techniques for authentication and access control so producers, curators, and users of data can help ensure the security and privacy of the data.
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This course aims to help anyone interested in data science understand the cybersecurity risks and the tools/techniques that can be used to mitigate those risks. We will cover the distinctions between confidentiality, integrity, and availability, introduce learners to relevant cybersecurity tools and techniques including cryptographic tools, software resources, and policies that will be essential to data science. We will explore key tools and techniques for authentication and access control so producers, curators, and users of data can help ensure the security and privacy of the data.
This course can be taken for academic credit as part of CU Boulder’s Master of Science in Data Science (MS-DS) degree offered on the Coursera platform. The MS-DS is an interdisciplinary degree that brings together faculty from CU Boulder’s departments of Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Science, and others. With performance-based admissions and no application process, the MS-DS is ideal for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience in computer science, information science, mathematics, and statistics. Learn more about the MS-DS program at https://www.coursera.org/degrees/master-of-science-data-science-boulder.
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What's inside
Syllabus
Basic Cybersecurity Concepts and Principles
In this module, you will learn the basics of cybersecurity and the CIA triad.
Your Cyber Story and Your Public Data Profile
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Syllabus
Basic Cybersecurity Concepts and Principles
In this module, you will learn the basics of cybersecurity and the CIA triad.
Your Cyber Story and Your Public Data Profile
Read more
In this module, you will explore your Cyber Story and examine your pubic data profile
Wifi, IoT, Hacking, Data Breaches and Social Engineering
This module explores the world of hacking, IoT and social engineering.
The Ethics of Cyber Security
This session students will leverage social media to connect with cybersecurity experts and explore the ethics around cybersecurity and data.
Cybersecurity Expert Interview
You will connect with a cybersecurity expert , interview the contact, submit the text, audio or video of the interview and reflect on the experience and knowledge gained.
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Know what's good ,
what to watch for , and
possible dealbreakers
Provides a foundational understanding of cybersecurity risks in data science, and helps mitigate those risks
Taught by instructors Al Pisano, who are recognized for their expertise in cybersecurity
Suitable for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience in computer science, information science, mathematics, and statistics
Covers key tools and techniques for authentication and access control
Explores the distinctions between confidentiality, integrity, and availability
Offers an ethical perspective on cybersecurity and data
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Reviews summary
Cybersecurity theory for data scientists
According to students, cybersecurity fundamentals are addressed in this surface-level course meant for data science students. Learners say that course content includes external links to articles and videos. Exams are described as difficult.
Instructors are not very engaging.
"I don’t know that the professor added much value to this course, and I’m honestly uncertain what I paid for."
The course doesn't go beyond the basics.
"Just lots of external linkings for reference and nothing goes deep."
Course materials are only loosely related to data science.
"The topics are, at best, loosely related to the topic of data science."
"This course should be re-done. It had an overview of security, but didn't really relate it to data science."
Exams are difficult.
"Exams are very difficult and the professor is not helpful during office hours."
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Review data science basics
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Build a stronger foundation in data science concepts to better prepare for the course.
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Data Science Fundamentals
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Review foundational concepts in data science, such as data collection, cleaning, and analysis.
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Practice basic data analysis techniques, such as descriptive statistics and data visualization.
Review cybersecurity fundamentals
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Helps students strengthen their foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts essential for this course.
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Cybersecurity Essentials
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Research and identify reputable online resources
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Explore beginner-friendly tutorials on core cybersecurity principles
Participate in a cybersecurity awareness workshop
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Provides opportunities to share knowledge, engage with cybersecurity professionals, and raise awareness of cybersecurity issues.
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Identify and locate local cybersecurity awareness workshops
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Attend and actively participate in the workshop
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Review basic networking concepts
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Reviewing basic networking concepts will strengthen your understanding of the foundations of cybersecurity.
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Networking Fundamentals
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Review network topologies and architectures
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Explain the functions of common networking devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls)
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Describe the different layers of the OSI model
Lead a study group or mentor junior students in cybersecurity
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Fosters leadership and communication skills while reinforcing cybersecurity concepts through teaching and mentoring others.
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Mentorship
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Identify opportunities to lead study groups or mentor junior students
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Prepare materials and organize study sessions
Create a cybersecurity glossary
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Solidify understanding of key cybersecurity terms and concepts by creating a personal glossary.
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Identify and define the most important cybersecurity terms and concepts covered in the course.
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Organize the terms into a logical structure, such as categories or alphabetical order.
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Provide clear and concise definitions for each term, using examples and illustrations where appropriate.
Solve cybersecurity puzzles and challenges
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Solving cybersecurity puzzles and challenges will help you develop critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities in the field of cybersecurity.
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Find and attempt online cybersecurity puzzles
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Participate in cybersecurity competitions or hackathons
Execute hands-on exercises in basic cryptography
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Provides practical experience in using cryptography, which is crucial for securing data in cybersecurity.
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Cryptographic Tools
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Locate interactive online platforms or textbooks with cryptography exercises
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Attempt various levels of exercises to practice key concepts
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Review and analyze solutions to deepen understanding
Participate in a cybersecurity discussion group
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Engage with peers to discuss cybersecurity issues, share knowledge, and learn from different perspectives.
Show steps
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Join an online or in-person cybersecurity discussion group or forum.
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Actively participate in discussions, ask questions, and share insights.
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Collaborate with other members on projects or research related to cybersecurity.
Complete online tutorials on cryptography
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Develop a deeper understanding of cryptography techniques used in data science and cybersecurity.
Browse courses on
Encryption Algorithms
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Find online tutorials or courses on cryptography, such as those offered by Coursera, edX, or Udemy.
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Complete the tutorials, following the instructions and completing any exercises or assignments.
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Apply the knowledge gained from the tutorials to practical cybersecurity scenarios.
Develop a cybersecurity risk assessment plan
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Enhances students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills in identifying and addressing cybersecurity risks.
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Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
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Identify the scope and objectives of the risk assessment
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Gather and analyze relevant data using appropriate tools
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Evaluate risks and prioritize mitigation strategies
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Create a comprehensive risk assessment plan
Document cybersecurity best practices for a specific industry
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Promotes understanding of cybersecurity best practices and their application in various industries, fostering practical knowledge.
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Cybersecurity Best Practices
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Choose an industry and research its unique cybersecurity challenges
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Identify and analyze relevant cybersecurity best practices
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Create a comprehensive document outlining the best practices and their implementation
Participate in a cybersecurity hacking competition
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Challenges students to apply cybersecurity knowledge in a competitive environment, fostering problem-solving and critical thinking.
Browse courses on
Ethical Hacking
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Identify and register for reputable cybersecurity hacking competitions
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Prepare and practice cybersecurity techniques to enhance skills
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Participate in the competition and analyze results to improve strategies
Contribute to an open-source cybersecurity project
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Encourages students to engage with the cybersecurity community, learn from others, and contribute to the development of open-source cybersecurity tools.
Browse courses on
Software Development
Show steps
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Identify and select an open-source cybersecurity project to contribute to
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Review the project's documentation and contribute code or documentation
Review data science basics
Show steps
Build a stronger foundation in data science concepts to better prepare for the course.
Browse courses on
Data Science Fundamentals
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review foundational concepts in data science, such as data collection, cleaning, and analysis.
- Practice basic data analysis techniques, such as descriptive statistics and data visualization.
Review cybersecurity fundamentals
Show steps
Helps students strengthen their foundational understanding of cybersecurity concepts essential for this course.
Browse courses on
Cybersecurity Essentials
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Research and identify reputable online resources
- Explore beginner-friendly tutorials on core cybersecurity principles
Participate in a cybersecurity awareness workshop
Show steps
Provides opportunities to share knowledge, engage with cybersecurity professionals, and raise awareness of cybersecurity issues.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify and locate local cybersecurity awareness workshops
- Attend and actively participate in the workshop
11 other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all 14 activities
Review basic networking concepts
Show steps
Reviewing basic networking concepts will strengthen your understanding of the foundations of cybersecurity.
Browse courses on
Networking Fundamentals
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review network topologies and architectures
- Explain the functions of common networking devices (e.g., routers, switches, firewalls)
- Describe the different layers of the OSI model
Lead a study group or mentor junior students in cybersecurity
Show steps
Fosters leadership and communication skills while reinforcing cybersecurity concepts through teaching and mentoring others.
Browse courses on
Mentorship
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify opportunities to lead study groups or mentor junior students
- Prepare materials and organize study sessions
Create a cybersecurity glossary
Show steps
Solidify understanding of key cybersecurity terms and concepts by creating a personal glossary.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify and define the most important cybersecurity terms and concepts covered in the course.
- Organize the terms into a logical structure, such as categories or alphabetical order.
- Provide clear and concise definitions for each term, using examples and illustrations where appropriate.
Solve cybersecurity puzzles and challenges
Show steps
Solving cybersecurity puzzles and challenges will help you develop critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities in the field of cybersecurity.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find and attempt online cybersecurity puzzles
- Participate in cybersecurity competitions or hackathons
Execute hands-on exercises in basic cryptography
Show steps
Provides practical experience in using cryptography, which is crucial for securing data in cybersecurity.
Browse courses on
Cryptographic Tools
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Locate interactive online platforms or textbooks with cryptography exercises
- Attempt various levels of exercises to practice key concepts
- Review and analyze solutions to deepen understanding
Participate in a cybersecurity discussion group
Show steps
Engage with peers to discuss cybersecurity issues, share knowledge, and learn from different perspectives.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Join an online or in-person cybersecurity discussion group or forum.
- Actively participate in discussions, ask questions, and share insights.
- Collaborate with other members on projects or research related to cybersecurity.
Complete online tutorials on cryptography
Show steps
Develop a deeper understanding of cryptography techniques used in data science and cybersecurity.
Browse courses on
Encryption Algorithms
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find online tutorials or courses on cryptography, such as those offered by Coursera, edX, or Udemy.
- Complete the tutorials, following the instructions and completing any exercises or assignments.
- Apply the knowledge gained from the tutorials to practical cybersecurity scenarios.
Develop a cybersecurity risk assessment plan
Show steps
Enhances students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills in identifying and addressing cybersecurity risks.
Browse courses on
Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify the scope and objectives of the risk assessment
- Gather and analyze relevant data using appropriate tools
- Evaluate risks and prioritize mitigation strategies
- Create a comprehensive risk assessment plan
Document cybersecurity best practices for a specific industry
Show steps
Promotes understanding of cybersecurity best practices and their application in various industries, fostering practical knowledge.
Browse courses on
Cybersecurity Best Practices
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Choose an industry and research its unique cybersecurity challenges
- Identify and analyze relevant cybersecurity best practices
- Create a comprehensive document outlining the best practices and their implementation
Participate in a cybersecurity hacking competition
Show steps
Challenges students to apply cybersecurity knowledge in a competitive environment, fostering problem-solving and critical thinking.
Browse courses on
Ethical Hacking
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify and register for reputable cybersecurity hacking competitions
- Prepare and practice cybersecurity techniques to enhance skills
- Participate in the competition and analyze results to improve strategies
Contribute to an open-source cybersecurity project
Show steps
Encourages students to engage with the cybersecurity community, learn from others, and contribute to the development of open-source cybersecurity tools.
Browse courses on
Software Development
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify and select an open-source cybersecurity project to contribute to
- Review the project's documentation and contribute code or documentation
Career center
Learners who complete Cybersecurity for Data Science will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity Analysts implement and monitor security measures to protect their company's computer networks and information systems. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Information Security Analyst
Information Security Analyst
Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Network Security Engineer
Network Security Engineer
Network Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security measures to protect an organization's computer networks. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Security Consultant
Security Consultant
Security Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to protect their computer networks and systems from cybersecurity threats. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Database Administrator
Database Administrator
Database Administrators oversee the administration and maintenance of databases. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Data Analyst
Data Analyst
Data Analysts collect, clean, and analyze data to help organizations make informed decisions. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Data Scientist
Data Scientist
Data Scientists use scientific methods, processes, algorithms, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data in various forms, both structured and unstructured. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Systems Administrator
Systems Administrator
Systems Administrators maintain and oversee the operation of computer systems. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Information Technology Specialist
Information Technology Specialist
Information Technology Specialists provide technical support and advice to users of computer systems. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Web Developer
Web Developer
Web Developers design and develop websites and web applications. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Computer Programmer
Computer Programmer
Computer Programmers write and maintain computer programs. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Software Engineer
Software Engineer
Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain computer software. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Network and Computer Systems Administrator
Network and Computer Systems Administrator
Network and Computer Systems Administrators manage and maintain an organization's computer networks and systems. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Computer Hardware Engineer
Computer Hardware Engineer
Computer Hardware Engineers design, develop, and maintain computer hardware. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
Computer and Information Research Scientist
Computer and Information Research Scientist
Computer and Information Research Scientists conduct research in the field of computer science and information technology. This course may be useful for individuals interested in this role, as it provides a foundation in cybersecurity concepts and principles including cryptography, software resources, and policies.
For more career information including salaries, visit:
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Cybersecurity for Data Science.
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Provides a comprehensive overview of data privacy and security. It covers a wide range of topics, including data protection laws and regulations, data breach prevention, and data security best practices. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about data privacy and security.
Provides a comprehensive overview of social engineering. It covers a wide range of topics, including social engineering techniques, tools, and methodologies. It valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about social engineering.
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Tells the true story of how a young computer hacker tracked down a group of international cybercriminals. It fascinating and suspenseful read that provides a glimpse into the world of cybersecurity.
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Science fiction novel that explores the themes of cybersecurity and virtual reality. It thought-provoking and entertaining read that provides a glimpse into the future of cybersecurity.
Science fiction novel that is considered to be one of the founding works of cyberpunk. It explores the themes of cybersecurity, hacking, and artificial intelligence.
Dystopian novel that explores the themes of social media, privacy, and surveillance. It thought-provoking and timely read that provides a glimpse into the future of technology.
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Tells the true story of the NotPetya cyberattack, which was one of the most damaging cyberattacks in history. It fascinating and suspenseful read that provides a glimpse into the world of cyberwarfare.
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Good to know
Provides a foundational understanding of cybersecurity risks in data science, and helps mitigate those risks
Taught by instructors Al Pisano, who are recognized for their expertise in cybersecurity
Suitable for individuals with a broad range of undergraduate education and/or professional experience in computer science, information science, mathematics, and statistics
Covers key tools and techniques for authentication and access control
Explores the distinctions between confidentiality, integrity, and availability
Offers an ethical perspective on cybersecurity and data
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