FXUA Computer Science: Advanced Cybersecurity (ACS)
Issued by
Fairfax University of America
Earners of this badge have demonstrated real-world experience on the tools used by penetration testers, ethical hackers, attackers, and security analyzers. Students are skilled in using intrusion detection and prevention tools, in addition to network protection using various platforms like Kali Linux, Nmap, Nessus, and Wireshark.
- Type Validation
- Level Advanced
- Time Months
Earning Criteria
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Complete COMP 410: Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems. Course requirements and evaluation criteria consist of Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Midterm Exam, and Final Exam.
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Complete COMP 411: Cloud Security. Course requirements and evaluation criteria consist of Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Midterm Exam, and Final Exam.
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Complete COMP 419: Special Topics in Cybersecurity. Course requirements and evaluation criteria consist of Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Midterm Exam, and Final Exam.
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Complete COMP 429: Operating Systems Security. Course requirements and evaluation criteria consist of Projects, Assignments, Quizzes, Midterm Exam, and Final Exam.
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Complete COMP 431: Cryptography and Ciphering. Course requirements and evaluation criteria consist of Assignments, Participation, Projects, and Written Exams.
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Complete COMP 433: Internet of Things and Smart City Security. Course requirements and evaluation criteria consist of Assignments, Participation, Projects, and Written Exams.
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Complete COMP 434: Information Risk Management. Course requirements and evaluation criteria consist of Assignments, Participation, Projects, and Written Exams.
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Complete COMP 487: CompTIA Security+ and Test Preparation. Course requirements and evaluation criteria consist of Assignments, Quizzes, Midterm Exam, and Final Exam.