Introduction to Corporate Network Security offers you an invaluable opportunity to delve into the rapidly expanding field of network security, where demand for skilled professionals is surging. This course is designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills required to protect corporate networks against ever-evolving cyber threats. You’ll explore classical algorithms, examine both symmetric- and asymmetric-key algorithms, and understand the importance of hash functions. Additionally, you’ll gain insights into digital certificates, PKI and cryptographic applications – all vital components in safeguarding sensitive data. Our comprehensive online format allows for flexible learning, ensuring you can develop these critical skills from anywhere. As businesses increasingly rely on robust network security, your expertise will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of corporate data, making you an invaluable asset in today’s job market.
Introduction to corporate network security
Cybersecurity
40 hours
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand classical algorithms in network security.
- To identify and apply symmetric-key algorithms effectively.
- To explore and implement asymmetric-key algorithms securely.
- To use hash functions to ensure data integrity and security.
- To understand the role of digital certificates in network security.
- To analyse PKI frameworks and their applications in networks.
- To apply cryptographic applications in real-world network scenarios.
Table of Contents
UNIT 1. INTRODUCTION. CLASSICAL ALGORITHMS
Introduction
Principles of cryptography
Classic algorithms (I)
Classic algorithms (II)
Enigma
UNIT 2. SYMMETRIC KEY ALGORITHM
Introduction
Principles of symmetric encryption
Symmetric-key algorithms
Other symmetric algorithms
Unit summary
UNIT 3. ASYMMETRIC-KEY ALGORITHMS. HASH FUNCTION
Introduction
Asymmetric key algorithm
Hash functions and collisions
Digital signature
Unit summary
UNIT 4. DIGITAL CERTIFICATES, PKI AND CRYPTOGRAPHIC APPLICATIONS
Digital certificates
Digital signature
Tools and applications (I)
Tools and applications (II)
The future of cryptography
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