This course addresses cyber security from the standpoint of systems engineers. It introduces core principles for the design and management of resilient and robust systems throughout their complete lifecycle. Topics include but are not limited to lifecycle assurance of systems, risk analysis, models for secure systems development and management, gap analysis, quantitative methods for cyber security, and special topics in cyber security. The course also covers distinct technologies for assessing system vulnerabilities, measuring and modeling risk, reducing uncertainty in risk management, and others. Target audience consists of engineers who want to expand their skill sets to better align with the demands of current cyber security jobs, as well as those who intent to work on cyber security research. Cyber security professionals would also benefit from the course by being exposed to a systems engineering, holistic perspective on cyber security design, development, and management. Offered by Systems Engr & Operations Rsch. May not be repeated for credit. Equivalent to CYSE 587, CYSE 787, SYST 787.
Cyber Security Systems Engineering
Host University
George Mason University
Semester
Fall 2024
Course Number
SYST 687 DL1
Credits
3
Discipline
Systems Engineering, Operations Research and Engineering Management
Instructor
De Barros Barreto, Alexandre (adebarro@gmu.edu)
Times and Days
4:30-7:10PM
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