Brings together the key aspects of national and international security with an emphasis on contemporary security issues. By studying the core elements of terrorism, security and intelligence in the foundation year, students are able to undertake specialized study in how to counter the terrorist threat, apply intelligence gathering techniques, think critically, analyze and understand criminal motivation. Students will learn to utilize suitable technology to secure assets, protect critical and national infrastructure and employ security management techniques to achieve desired security outcomes. Cyber Security Major Focuses on practical and theoretical aspects of cyber security across a range of topics, including network security and vulnerability assessment, information security policy and governance, digital forensics, wireless security, ethical hacking. Learning Outcomes Analyze complex cyber security scenarios and incidents to design appropriate strategies to reduce, mitigate or respond to risk. Apply broad knowledge of concepts, principles and techniques in the discipline of cyber security, including network security and risk management. Apply discipline knowledge, problem solving and creative thinking skills when undertaking cyber security engagements. Communicate cyber security concepts and implications clearly and coherently to technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrate an appreciation of the conventions and requirements for external collaboration when undertaking cyber security tasks. Demonstrate autonomous and ongoing learning to ensure continued relevance of capabilities, knowledge and awareness of emerging cyber security developments. Demonstrate technological literacy by finding, evaluating and using relevant tools and information from a range of sources. Integrate concepts of diversity and a global outlook when undertaking cyber security engagements. Employment Opportunities Careers opportunities exist in in the field of cyber security, including areas such as network security engineer, computer forensics analyst, information warfare analyst, cryptography, information security officer and information security analyst. Possible future job titles Cyber Security Analyst, Network Security Manager, Digital Forensics Investigator, Computer Security Manager, Information Security Manager, Computer Security Auditor, Computer Incident Investigator, Cyber Security Manager, Cyber Security Auditor, Cyber Incident Investigator.