Foundations in Network Security: Securing Your Enterprise

Develop superior standards in enterprise network security

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Course Dates

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September 5, 2024

Course Duration

DURATION

6 weeks, online
4–6 hours per week

Course Fee

PROGRAM FEE

US$2,200 and get US$220 off with a referral

Course Fee

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Establish a Solid Foundation in Network Security

While enterprise connectivity has advanced the way we work, cyber threats have emerged as a top business concern—and network security has become an absolute necessity. What are the implications? With the network security market poised to explode, demand for cybersecurity and technology professionals with foundational knowledge of networks—and how to keep them safe—has risen exponentially.

The Network Security program from NYU Tandon School of Engineering was designed to round out your portfolio of cybersecurity knowledge with an essential understanding of how to secure your organization’s data, applications, and devices—and help you stand out as a valued member of your organization’s information security team.

$53 billion

Value of the global network security market by 2029

Source: Fortune Business Insights

#1

Information security analyst took the top spot for the best jobs in America in 2022

Source: U.S. News & World Report

+33%

New job growth for information security analysts by 2030

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Key Takeaways

Throughout this six-week program, you will take your knowledge of network security to the next level by strengthening your network fundamentals, learning how to leverage monitoring and auditing, diving deep into security practices for emerging technologies, and understanding how to weave critical security enterprise into the fabric of your organization.

  • Develop fundamental knowledge of networks, including their components and protocols, and learn how networks communicate to understand their vulnerabilities.
  • Become familiar with different types of network attacks and how they are carried out to scale your organization's network security.
  • Understand how network monitoring and auditing are used to detect and mitigate intrusions.
  • Explore security practices for wireless and cloud networks to maintain an edge on threats against nascent technologies.
  • Learn how to develop the appropriate organizational structure and policies to implement network security practices for your business.

Program Syllabus

Module 1:

Understanding Network Fundamentals

Understanding networks is critical to securing them. Learn your way around the basics to ensure your organization has the most advanced cybersecurity plan in place.

Module 2:

Gauging Network Attacks and Vulnerabilities

Networks are vulnerable to a wide range of attacks. Discover the different types of attacks and how they are carried out.

Module 3:

Network Security Architecture: The Essentials

Security architecture protects your organization’s network components. Learn about the architectures you will most commonly find on an enterprise network, and understand how communications are kept secure.

Module 4:

Approaches to Intrusion Detection and Prevention

Explore how network monitoring and auditing can be used to detect intrusions.

Module 5:

Best Practices for Wireless and Cloud Security

Dive deeper into the security practices for wireless and cloud networks. Then, learn about advancements in Wi-Fi security standards.

Module 6:

Managing Network Security for the Enterprise

Understand how to create organizational structure and policies conducive to implementing network security practices for your business.

Module 1:

Understanding Network Fundamentals

Understanding networks is critical to securing them. Learn your way around the basics to ensure your organization has the most advanced cybersecurity plan in place.

Module 4:

Approaches to Intrusion Detection and Prevention

Explore how network monitoring and auditing can be used to detect intrusions.

Module 2:

Gauging Network Attacks and Vulnerabilities

Networks are vulnerable to a wide range of attacks. Discover the different types of attacks and how they are carried out.

Module 5:

Best Practices for Wireless and Cloud Security

Dive deeper into the security practices for wireless and cloud networks. Then, learn about advancements in Wi-Fi security standards.

Module 3:

Network Security Architecture: The Essentials

Security architecture protects your organization’s network components. Learn about the architectures you will most commonly find on an enterprise network, and understand how communications are kept secure.

Module 6:

Managing Network Security for the Enterprise

Understand how to create organizational structure and policies conducive to implementing network security practices for your business.

Real-World Applications

Intrusion Protection & Prevention

Examine network vulnerabilities, and learn how to manage them by exploring tools and frameworks such as Nmap, Burp Suite, and OWASP.

Information Logging & Analysis

Discover powerful information logging and analysis tools, such as SIEM, the MITRE ATT&CK framework, and the Pyramid of Pain.

Security Architecture

Put your knowledge into practice by providing secure design guidance and recommendations for a startup company’s new network.

Program Experience

Video lectures

Try-it activities

Peer discussions

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Real-world tools & technologies

Capstone project

Guest insights

Cohort-based learning

Who Should Attend?

This program is designed for early to mid-level cybersecurity and IT/technology professionals in any industry who wish to advance their career in cybersecurity and its applications, preparing them to react to today’s threats, anticipate the risks of tomorrow, and protect the future of their organization.

The curriculum will provide a distinct advantage for:

  • Early to mid-level cybersecurity professionals who want to evolve and be at par with today's threat landscape and learn the latest network security techniques to emerge as a network security specialist for their organization.
  • Early to mid-career IT/technology professionals interested in leveraging knowledge of network security to better support their organization’s information security team—and add a network security credential from a school renowned for its IT and engineering expertise.

Prerequisites

Participants will have the opportunity to work with a variety of frameworks and tools throughout the program; however, no prior experience is required.

Program Faculty

Faculty Member Amy Batallones

Amy Batallones

Adjunct Professor, NYU Tandon School of Engineering

As Vice President and Cybersecurity Portfolio Advisor at Blackstone Technology and Innovations, Amy is responsible for driving cyber improvements throughout the firm’s global portfolio of companies and conducting cyber investment due diligence... More info

Featured Guest Interview

Cody Brown

Principle Security Engineer for Cryptocurrency, Digital Forensics, and Incident Response Expert

Certificate

Certificate

Upon successful completion of the program, participants will be awarded a verified digital certificate by NYU Tandon.

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FAQs

  • How do I know if this program is right for me?

    After reviewing the information on the program landing page, we recommend you submit the short form above to gain access to the program brochure, which includes more in-depth information. If you still have questions on whether this program is a good fit for you, please email learner.success@emeritus.org, and a dedicated program advisor will follow-up with you very shortly.


    Are there any prerequisites for this program?

    Some programs do have prerequisites, particularly the more technical ones. This information will be noted on the program landing page, as well as in the program brochure. If you are uncertain about program prerequisites and your capabilities, please email us at the ID mentioned above.


    Note that, unless otherwise stated on the program web page, all programs are taught in English and proficiency in English is required.


    What is the typical class profile?

    More than 50 percent of our participants are from outside the United States. Class profiles vary from one cohort to the next, but, generally, our online certificates draw a highly diverse audience in terms of professional experience, industry, and geography — leading to a very rich peer learning and networking experience.


    What other dates will this program be offered in the future?

    Check back to this program web page or email us to inquire if future program dates or the timeline for future offerings have been confirmed yet.

  • How much time is required each week?

    Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page.


    How will my time be spent?

    We have designed this program to fit into your current working life as efficiently as possible. Time will be spent among a variety of activities including:



    • Engaging with recorded video lectures from faculty
    • Attending webinars and office hours, as per the specific program schedule
    • Reading or engaging with examples of core topics
    • Completing knowledge checks/quizzes and required activities
    • Engaging in moderated discussion groups with your peers
    • Completing your final project, if required

    The program is designed to be highly interactive while also allowing time for self-reflection and to demonstrate an understanding of the core topics through various active learning exercises. Please email us if you need further clarification on program activities.


    What is it like to learn online with the learning collaborator, Emeritus?

    More than 300,000 learners across 200 countries have chosen to advance their skills with Emeritus and its educational learning partners. In fact, 90 percent of the respondents of a recent survey across all our programs said that their learning outcomes were met or exceeded.

    All the contents of the course would be made available to students at the commencement of the course. However, to ensure the program delivers the desired learning outcomes the students may appoint Emeritus to manage the delivery of the program in a cohort-based manner the cost of which is already included in the overall course fee of the course.

    A dedicated program support team is available 24/5 (Monday to Friday) to answer questions about the learning platform, technical issues, or anything else that may affect your learning experience.


    How do I interact with other program participants?

    Peer learning adds substantially to the overall learning experience and is an important part of the program. You can connect and communicate with other participants through our learning platform.

  • What are the requirements to earn the certificate?

    Each program includes an estimated learner effort per week, so you can gauge what will be required before you enroll. This is referenced at the top of the program landing page under the Duration section, as well as in the program brochure, which you can obtain by submitting the short form at the top of this web page. All programs are designed to fit into your working life.

    This program is scored as a pass or no-pass; participants must complete the required activities to pass and obtain the certificate of completion. Some programs include a final project submission or other assignments to obtain passing status. This information will be noted in the program brochure. Please email us if you need further clarification on any specific program requirements.


    What type of certificate will I receive?

    Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a smart digital certificate. The smart digital certificate can be shared with friends, family, schools, or potential employers. You can use it on your cover letter, resume, and/or display it on your LinkedIn profile.
    The digital certificate will be sent approximately two weeks after the program, once grading is complete.


    Can I get the hard copy of the certificate?

    No, only verified digital certificates will be issued upon successful completion. This allows you to share your credentials on social platforms such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.


    Do I receive alumni status after completing this program?

    No, there is no alumni status granted for this program. In some cases, there are credits that count toward a higher level of certification. This information will be clearly noted in the program brochure.


    How long will I have access to the learning materials?

    You will have access to the online learning platform and all the videos and program materials for 12 months following the program start date. Access to the learning platform is restricted to registered participants per the terms of agreement.

  • What equipment or technical requirements are there for this program?

    Participants will need the latest version of their preferred browser to access the learning platform. In addition, Microsoft Office and a PDF viewer are required to access documents, spreadsheets, presentations, PDF files, and transcripts.


    Do I need to be online to access the program content?

    Yes, the learning platform is accessed via the internet, and video content is not available for download. However, you can download files of video transcripts, assignment templates, readings, etc. For maximum flexibility, you can access program content from a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device.

    Video lectures must be streamed via the internet, and any livestream webinars and office hours will require an internet connection. However, these sessions are always recorded, so you may view them later.

  • Can I still register if the registration deadline has passed?

    Yes, you can register up until seven days past the published start date of the program without missing any of the core program material or learnings.


    What is the program fee, and what forms of payment do you accept?

    The program fee is noted at the top of this program web page and usually referenced in the program brochure as well.

    • Flexible payment options are available (see details below as well as at the top of this program web page next to FEE).
    • Tuition assistance is available for participants who qualify. Please email learner.success@emeritus.org.

    What if I don’t have a credit card? Is there another method of payment accepted?

    Yes, you can do the bank remittance in the program currency via wire transfer or debit card. Please contact your program advisor, or email us for details.


    I was not able to use the discount code provided. Can you help?

    Yes! Please email us with the details of the program you are interested in, and we will assist you.


    How can I obtain an invoice for payment?

    Please email us your invoicing requirements and the specific program you’re interested in enrolling in.


    Is there an option to make flexible payments for this program?

    Yes, the flexible payment option allows a participant to pay the program fee in installments. This option is made available on the payment page and should be selected before submitting the payment.


    How can I obtain a W9 form?

    Please connect with us via email for assistance.


    Who will be collecting the payment for the program?

    Emeritus collects all program payments, provides learner enrollment and program support, and manages learning platform services.

  • What is the program refund and deferral policy?

    For the program refund and deferral policy, please click the link here.

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