CST 211 — Security Analysis and Governance
This course examines advanced cybersecurity challenges in modern IT environments, including AI-enhanced attacks, IoT and mobile security, cloud vulnerabilities, and cyber warfare. Students analyze risk management frameworks, regulatory compliance, and governance models while developing strategic policies and security programs. Emphasis is placed on case studies, research, threat intelligence, and planning for cybersecurity leadership roles in on-premise, hybrid, cloud-integrated, and AI-driven organizations. Students gain practical experience in assessing organizational security posture, designing governance strategies, and making informed decisions to mitigate emerging cyber risks.
Prerequisites: CST 205