Fall 2024
Firewalls and Network Security
FIREWALLS AND NETWORK SECURITY (ITSY 2301 6A1) CREDIT 3 Semester Credit Hours (2 hours lecture, 4 hours lab) MODE OF INSTRUCTION Hybrid PREREQUISITE/CO-REQUISITE: None COURSE DESCRIPTION This course covers elements of firewall design, types of security threats and responses to security attacks, the use of Best Practices to design, implement, and monitor a network security plan, and the examination of security incident postmortem reporting and ongoing network security. COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to 1. Demonstrate system security skills through firewall implementation and testing. 2. Use system tools, practices, and relevant technologies to implement a security plan. 3. Evaluate practices, tools, and technologies to identify security breaches, sources of attacks, and protect mission critical systems. 4. Establish an appropriate level of security based on an analysis of security logs. 5. Use relevant tools to secure a network, respond to and follow up on various types of attacks. INSTRUCTOR CONTACT INFORMATION Instructor: Bonnie Cobb Email: bscobb@lit.edu Department Office Phone: (409) 247-5052 Department Office Location: TA-4, Room 103 Office Hours: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Thursdays Or By Appointment REQUIRED TEXTBOOK AND MATERIALS 1. Navigate eBook Access for Network Security, Firewalls, and VPNs with Cloud Labs, J. Michael Stewart; Denise Kinsey, PhD, CISSP, PMP; Jones & Bartlett, 2022. 2. Cyber Security and Networking Technology (CSNT) majors are required to have one 64 GB or larger capacity USB Flash Drive to be used for the duration of the time to complete their degree. 2 ATTENDANCE POLICY Three absences are allowed. If a student is tardy to class or departs early three (3) times, it will be equal to one (1) absence. Each absence beyond three absences will result in a 2-point deduction from your final grade. DROP POLICY If you wish to drop a course, you are responsible for initiating and completing the drop process. If you stop coming to class and fail to drop the course, you will earn an “F” in the course. COURSE CALENDAR DATE TOPIC READINGS (Due on this Date) ASSIGNMENTS (Due on this Date) 08/29/2024 Syllabus Course Introduction Instructions for Textbook/Labs Purchase 09/05/2024 Fundamentals of Network Security Chapter 1 Lab 1, for Chapter 1: Assessing the Network with Common Security Tools Chapter 1 Quiz 09/12/2024 Network Security Threats Chapter 2 Lab 2, for Chapter 2: Defending the Network from a Simulated Attack Lab 3, for Chapter 2: Using Social Engineering Techniques to Plan an Attack Chapter 2 Quiz 09/19/2024 Common Network Topologies and Infrastructures Chapter 3 Chapter 3 Quiz 09/26/2024 Network Design Considerations Chapter 4 Lab 4, for Chapter 4: Designing a Secure Network Topology Chapter 4 Quiz 10/03/2024 Firewall Fundamentals Test 1 Chapter 5 Test 1: Chapters 1-4 10/10/2024 Firewall Fundamentals Chapter 5 Lab 5, for Chapter 5: Configuring the Windows Defender Firewall Chapter 5 Quiz 10/17/2024 Firewall Implementation Firewall Deployment Considerations Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Lab 6, for Chapter 6: Configuring Firewall Interfaces with pfSense Chapter 6 Quiz 3 10/24/2024 Firewall Deployment Considerations Hands-on Project Introduction Configuring Firewalls Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Lab 7, for Chapter 7: Monitoring and Logging Network Traffic Chapter 7 Quiz 10/31/2024 Configuring Firewalls VPN Fundamentals Chapter 8 Chapter 9 Lab 8, for Chapter 8: Configuring Custom Firewall Rules with pfSense Chapter 8 Quiz 11/07/2024 VPN Fundamental Test 2s Chapter 9 Chapter 9 Quiz Test 2: Chapters 5-8 11/14/2024 VPN Management Chapter 10 Lab 9, for Chapter 10: Configuring a VPN Server with pfSense Chapter 10 Quiz 11/21/2024 VPN Technologies VPN Implementation Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Lab 10, for Chapter 11: Configuring a VPN Client for Secure File Transfers Chapter 11 Quiz 11/28/2024 VPN Implementation Chapter 12 Lab 11, for Chapter 12: Attacking a Virtual Private Network Chapter 12 Quiz 12/05/2024 Test 3 Hands-on Project Review for Final Exam Test 3: Chapters 9-12 Hands-on Firewall Project 12/10/2024 Final Exam Final Exam: Chapters 1-12 COURSE EVALUATION Final grades will be calculated according to the following criteria: • Labs 30% • Tests 30% • Hands-on Project 10% • Final Exam 30% GRADE SCALE • 90-100 A • 80-89 B • 70-79 C • 60-69 D • 0-59 F 4 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS The latest technical requirements, including hardware, compatible browsers, operating systems, etc. can be found online at https://lit.edu/online-learning/online-learning-minimum- computer-requirements. A functional broadband internet connection, such as DSL, cable, or WiFi is necessary to maximize the use of online technology and resources. DISABILITIES STATEMENT The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are federal anti-discrimination statutes that provide comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. LIT provides reasonable accommodations as defined in the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, to students with a diagnosed disability. The Special Populations Office is located in the Eagles’ Nest Room 129 and helps foster a supportive and inclusive educational environment by maintaining partnerships with faculty and staff, as well as promoting awareness among all members of the Lamar Institute of Technology community. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Special Populations Coordinator at (409)-951-5708 or email specialpopulations@lit.edu. You may also visit the online resource at Special Populations - Lamar Institute of Technology (lit.edu). STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT STATEMENT It is the responsibility of all registered Lamar Institute of Technology students to access, read, understand and abide by all published policies, regulations, and procedures listed in the LIT Catalog and Student Handbook. The LIT Catalog and Student Handbook may be accessed at www.lit.edu. Please note that the online version of the LIT Catalog and Student Handbook supersedes all other versions of the same document. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE STATEMENT Lamar Institute of Technology (LIT) recognizes the recent advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI), such as ChatGPT, have changed the landscape of many career disciplines and will impact many students in and out of the classroom. To prepare students for their selected careers, LIT desires to guide students in the ethical use of these technologies and incorporate AI into classroom instruction and assignments appropriately. Appropriate use of these technologies is at the discretion of the instructor. Students are reminded that all submitted work must be their own original work unless otherwise specified. Students should contact their instructor with any questions as to the acceptable use of AI/ChatGPT in their courses. STARFISH LIT utilizes an early alert system called Starfish. Throughout the semester, you may receive emails from Starfish regarding your course grades, attendance, or academic performance. Faculty members record student attendance, raise flags and kudos to express concern or give praise, and you can make an appointment with faculty and staff all through the Starfish home page. You can also login to Blackboard or MyLIT and click on the Starfish link to view academic 5 alerts and detailed information. It is the responsibility of the student to pay attention to these emails and information in Starfish and consider taking the recommended actions. Starfish is used to help you be a successful student at LIT. ADDITIONAL COURSE POLICIES/INFORMATION Course Policies 1. No food, drinks, or use of tobacco products in class. 2. Electronic devices not being used for the class, such as phones and headphones, must be turned off while in class. Any device usage during class may result in a deduction of points on an assignment or test. 3. Do not bring children to class. 4. If you wish to drop a course, the student is responsible for initiating and completing the drop process. If you stop coming to class and fail to drop the course, you will earn an ‘F’ in the course. 5. Tools: Return all tools and/or software to their designated place. 6. A grade of ‘C’ or better must be earned in this course for credit toward degree requirement: 7. Additional course policies, as defined by the individual course instructor, will be outlined in the course addendum and provided by the instructor. Certification Requirement Cyber Security and Networking Technology (CSNT) majors are required to earn certification in one of the following areas prior to graduation. • A+ Certification • Network+ Certification • Security+ Certification • Linux+ Certification • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)