A TOP-RATED UNIVERSITY FOR EMPLOYABILITY. MSc Information and Network Security. T:

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1 A TOP-RATED UNIVERSITY FOR EMPLOYABILITY MSc Information and Network Security T:

2 PROGRAMME OVERVIEW Most modern organisations face security risks that threaten their valuable assets. Designing secure information systems and networks that defend against these threats requires a wide range of skills and knowledge of existing technologies and security principles. The course provides you with an environment where you can develop the specialist knowledge and skills to work as a computing security professional and learn the concepts, principles and techniques needed to design and implement security policies and standards to secure information systems and networks. You will learn how to match tools and technologies to the needs of commerce and industry and integrate the use of these tools in the framework of an appropriate development methodology to develop highquality and secure information systems. HOW YOU WILL LEARN All students will be taught through a mixture of lectures, tutorials, labs and external speakers. During your course you will be invited to attend talks presented by highlyexperienced researchers, speakers from industry, and members of the BCS (British Computer Society) on a wide range of computing-related topics. Example topics covered recently have included Cloud computing, and legal issues with outsourcing. You will also be supported through our online virtual learning environment (CampusMoodle) where you can access a wide variety of resources and support materials. Throughout the course, content is complemented by practical work allowing you to support your theoretical development by providing real-life simulation. As part of the course, you will complete two networking modules which cover semesters 1 to 4 of Cisco s CCNA curriculum in addition to Internet Security which covers part of CISCO CCNA security. You will be taught by Ciscoaccredited trainers using their training materials, enabling you to apply for exams leading to Cisco Network Associate certification (CCNA), the key professional training required for a career in network management, once you have successfully completed the course. The course will include industry sessions. For example, you will apply your ethical hacking skills to a real industry network. Individual Project The MSc project provides a vehicle for integrating specialist knowledge with analytic, problem-solving, managerial and communication skills. You will apply your expertise within your chosen specialist area and plan, organise and execute an individual project on areas such as information systems, development projects, the analysis of different approaches and technical solutions to security or the integration of security technologies. Industrial internship Application for this (optional) internship is by invitation only and is based on your first semester results. The paid internship runs for between 30 to 45 weeks. During your internship you will be supported by staff within the company and a supervisor from the School. On completion of the internship you will be required to produce a report and a presentation on the project and the progress made. BENEFITS TO EMPLOYERS Those studying on this course will be able to bring new knowledge to the organisation, developing processes and procedures which contribute to the security of the organisation s data, computer systems and networks.

3 BENEFITS TO YOU Our MSc Information and Network Security course will allow you to develop specialist knowledge and skills to work as a computing security professional and satisfy the demand for highly specialised practitioners. You will be able to confidently design and implement secure information systems and networks and to oversee the processes and standards that will ensure the security of an organisation data, computer systems and networks. Develop the necessary skills to design and maintain secure computer networks, a growing requirement across a range of sectors. Enjoy the opportunity to hear from highlyexperienced speakers in research, industry and members of the British Computer Society (BCS). Study within a department that works closely with local, national and international organisations. As part of Robert Gordon University we also have an outstanding employment rate for our postgraduate students at 97%* and are a toprated university for employability. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Aberdeen is home to many multinational oil and gas companies and associated suppliers such as mainstream software houses, IT providers to major oil-related companies, specialist software consultancies, and venture capital start-ups. The university is involved in a number of commercial collaborations on a local, national and international scale with organisations such as Yahoo!, BP, British Geological Survey, Wood Group PSN, Accenture, WIPRO and many Aberdeen-based software development companies. Our graduates are now widely spread across various sectors, for example: IT software and service organisations Technology services Energy Finance Health and Science Engineering and Construction This course also prepares students for research careers by providing the skills necessary of an effective researcher. YOU WILL LEARN TO: Analyse threats against computer systems and networks and design the counter measures that will ensure their security Use specialist skills and tools for the design and implementation of secure information systems and networks Develop and implement advanced security policies and standards Effectively recover an information system or network following a security breach/attack COURSE CONTENT: Computer Security Systems Programming and Security CISCO CCNA 1-2 Internet Security *HESA 2012/13

4 WHO SHOULD ATTEND This course is suitable for applicants who hold an undergraduate degree in a computing subject and are looking to specialise within information and network security. Applicants with degrees in disciplines related to computing may also apply. Exceptions may be made for candidates with relevant industrial experience. KEY DETAILS STUDY OPTIONS Full-time, Part-time START DATES September & January COURSE DURATION Full-time 1 year Part-time months FUNDING Available, visit A number of free fee places are available for Scottish/EU applicants for 2015/16 FINAL AWARD MSc EXIT AWARD PgCert/PgDip/MSc COURSE LEADER Dr Hatem Ahriz h.ahriz@rgu.ac.uk T +44 (0) FEES and further information Please visit msc-info-net-security TALK TO US For further information about the course, contact: APPLY ONLINE Dr Hatem Ahriz Course Leader T: E: h.ahriz@rgu.ac.uk Produced by The Gatehouse Design and Print Consultancy at Robert Gordon University 41039SB Robert Gordon University, a Scottish charity registered under charity number SC013781

5 COURSE CONTENT COURSE CALENDAR September 2015 Start (Dates may be subject to revision) Module Title Indicative Module Content INDUCTION WEEK Week beginning 21 Sep 2015 Computer Security Systems Programming and Security Database Security Security services: authentication, confidentiality, availability and data integrity; Cryptography: symmetric and asymmetric encryption and hash functions; Authentication systems: symmetric and asymmetric; Public Key Infrastructure; Certificates; Information security management; Information security governance; Risk management; Security standards. Operating systems fundamentals: process management, file management, input/output management; Systems programming: Linux and Windows NT, system calls, shell scripting (Linux and PowerShell); introduction to Ruby and Python; Operating systems security: system hardening, group policy and Active directory, Windows firewalls, etc.; Introduction to Malware analysis: static vs dynamic analysis; analysis tools. Database design; SQL and PL/SQL; Fundamentals of database administration and security: data integrity, availability and confidentiality: storage management, backup and recovery, data encryption, managing users accounts access control, roles and privileges, row-level security and virtual private databases, database auditing, SQL injection. Start of teaching Computer Security CISCO CCNA 1- Systems Programming and Security First Semester Assessments Post assessment break START OF SECOND SEMESTER 1 st Feb 2016 Network Security Second Semester Assessments (and Sem 1 resits) Post assessment break 29 Sep Jan Jan May May 2016 CISCO CCNA 1-2 CISCO CCNA 3-4 Network Security Web System Development Professional Development and Research Skills MSc Project Investigation MSc Project (45 credits) Connecting to the Internet: NICs, modems, Networking fundamentals: terminology, bandwidth, models. Media: copper optical, wireless, testing. Ethernet fundamentals: OSI model, CSMA/CD. Technologies: 10/100/1000 Mbps, switching, collision and broadcast domains. TCP/IP protocol: IP addresses (public/private), RARP, DHCP. Routing: routed and routing protocols, subnetting. Routing: VLSM, RIPv2, OSPF, EIGRP, troubleshooting. Switching: concepts, switch operation, configuration, spanning tree, Virtual LANs/Trunks (VLans), LAN Design. Scaling networks with NAT/ PAR. DHCP operation and configuration. WAN technologies and design, Point-to-point Protocol (PPP), Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN), Frame Relay, Network Administration. Firewalls and VPNs: screening filters, application layer and proxy firewalls, state and stateless firewalls; Access control systems; Internet security: TCP/IP stack protocols and their vulnerabilities; Wireless security; Ethical hacking: the CHE methodology, reconnaissance, scanning, gaining access, maintaining access and covering tracks, systems and tools (BackTrack, Nmap, Metasploit, etc.). Digital forensics: methods and tools. Internet infrastructure, client server architectures, Hypertext Mark up Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheet (CSS), Document Object Model (DOM), client side script, server side script, database connectivity, XML, JavaScript Object Notation (JSON), Ajax, Web services, Internet security, defending against common vulnerabilities in web applications development. Collaborative skills, training in library skills, guidance in preparation of technical research papers and management of IT projects, legal understanding for development and use of software for information processing, guidance in design and evaluation of empirical studies. Selection of an approved industry or university based project, definition of project aims and objectives, evidence of independent investigation of project context, citation of relevant sources, insight and understanding of the problem, critical evaluation and selection of project methodology, identification of project resources and a report of initial findings. This module forms the second phase of the project. The tasks combine approaches to design with evaluation of chosen design and implementation (or research), level of innovation, test specification and schedule, user manual and installation instructions, review document with recommendations for future development, detailed software specifications (or research findings), demonstration of the operational project, oral presentation of interim and final solutions, poster and a final report including all documentation. START OF SEMESTER 3 30 May 2016 Resit Assessments of Sem2 End of Course Graduation 6-20 Aug Sep 2016 December 2016 Induction Week Week beginning 25 Jan 2016 Start of teaching 1 Feb 2016 Network Security CISCO CCNA 1-2 COURSE CALENDAR: January 2016 Start SEMESTER ONE January 2016 to May 2016 (Dates may be subject to revision) First Semester Assessments 7-21 May 2016 Summer Break (Sem 1 resits 6-20 August 2016) SEMESTER TWO September 2016 to Jan 2017 (Exact Dates to be confirmed) Start of Second Semester Computer Security System Programming and Security Second Semester Assessments Post assessment break (one week) Sep 2016 Jan 2017 Jan 2017 SEMESTER THREE February 2017 to May 2017 (Exact Dates to be confirmed) Start of Semester 3 Resit Assessments of Sem2 End of Course Graduation Feb 2017 May 2017 May 2017 Jul 2017