This course takes a look at the future of cybersecurity with respect to what is being done to lessen the potential for catastrophic destruction resulting from cyber attack on critical infrastructure. In this respect, we take a short survey of potential technological solutions and response options. We conclude this module by taking a look at unique aspects of the cyber profession and personal considerations for those who want to make cybersecurity a career.
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Homeland Security and Cybersecurity SpecializationUniversity of Colorado SystemAbout this Course
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Learner Career Outcomes
33%
started a new career after completing these courses
50%
got a tangible career benefit from this course
Shareable Certificate
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100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Course 4 of 4 in the
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Beginner Level
Approx. 11 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: English
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University of Colorado System
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
3 hours to complete
Module 13: Assessing Risk & Future Options
There is no cure for cyber attack and there is no absolute security. Accordingly, all cybersecurity entails risk management. In this module we will take a closer look at risk management and begin looking at alternatives to the cybersecurity problem.
3 hours to complete
4 videos (Total 24 min), 4 readings, 3 quizzes
4 readings
More Risk Methodologies (Optional Video)10m
More Cyber Threat to Infrastructure (Optional Video)10m
Limits of Quantum Computing (Optional)10m
Solving the Cyber Conundrum (Optional Video)10m
3 practice exercises
L31 Challenge Questions30m
L32 Challenge Questions30m
L33 Challenge Questions30m
2 hours to complete
Module 14: Responding to Cyber Attack
This module examines the cyber response capabilities of DHS and DoD. Also included in this module is course exam #7. Good luck!
2 hours to complete
2 videos (Total 13 min), 3 readings, 3 quizzes
3 readings
Cyber Incident Response (Optional Video)10m
DHS NPPD (Optional)10m
Cyber Weapon (Optional Video)10m
3 practice exercises
L34 Challenge Questions30m
L37 Challenge Questions30m
Exam 730m
3 hours to complete
Module 15: Escaping the Cyber Trap
This module examines legal issues related to cyber crime and cyber surveillance. It also examines how critical infrastructure might eventually evolve and become immune to cyber attack.
3 hours to complete
3 videos (Total 18 min), 5 readings, 3 quizzes
5 readings
Estimating the Cost of Cybercrime (Optional)10m
More on Cybercrime (Optional Video)10m
NSA Surveillance Leaks (Optional)10m
Cybercrime Law Symposium (Optional Video)10m
Cyber Risk & Crisis Management (Optional Video)10m
3 practice exercises
L35 Challenge Questions30m
L36 Challenge Questions30m
L38 Challenge Questions30m
3 hours to complete
Module 16: Cyber Profession & Career
In this module we will take a look at the cyber profession and your future in the cyber career field. Also included in this module are the remaining course exam and project, and a comprehensive final exam. Please take your time and carefully consider your answers. Again, I wish you the best of luck. Cheers!
3 hours to complete
2 videos (Total 9 min), 2 readings, 5 quizzes
2 readings
Cyber Resilience (Optional Video)10m
Building Cyber Capability (Optional Video)10m
5 practice exercises
L39 Challenge Questions30m
L40 Challenge Questions30m
Exam 830m
Building Cybersecurity Capability30m
Final Exam30m
Reviews
TOP REVIEWS FROM HOMELAND SECURITY AND CYBERSECURITY FUTURE
by EMar 6, 2018
Course was interesting. Everything learned from week 1-4 will be tested at the end of the module. So it's better not to miss any module.
by GONov 14, 2019
The course is well structured. I recommend reading The President is Missing, by Bill Clinton. Is the course in a thriller novel.
by LRMar 31, 2020
It was a very fun course to take! It helped me understand the information before I decide to go into my master's degree.
by SHOct 3, 2018
Excellent Course with great presentation and just the right pace. Great introduction to the field of cybersecurity.
About the Homeland Security and Cybersecurity Specialization
Homeland security is about safeguarding the United States from domestic catastrophic destruction. Cybersecurity has emerged as a priority homeland security concern because a coordinated cyber attack against critical infrastructure could result in the worst catastrophe in the nation’s history. This specialization examines the cybersecurity problem, and takes a close look at what is being done to safeguard the United States from domestic catastrophic destruction by cyber attack. At the conclusion of this course, we hope learners grasp the central message that cybersecurity is essential to critical infrastructure protection, which is essential to homeland security, which is about safeguarding the United States from domestic catastrophic destruction.
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Is financial aid available?
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What happened to Lessons 35 & 36?
In the process of restructuring this specialization to conform with Coursera design guidelines, it was decided that Lessons 35 and 36 were more appropriate to Module 15 instead of Module 14. Lesson place marks were added to Module 14 to note the move. Otherwise, no lessons were forgotten or harmed in making this specialization. :-)
Will I earn university credit for completing the Course?
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