Courses

350 - Wireless Security (1 day)

Course Description Outline Audience Course Level

Prerequisite(s) Special Notes(s) Additional Readings/URLs Date(s) Fee

Course Description

This course provides a global understanding of mobile devices and wireless networks from a security perspective. Risk management considerations are offered for each device discussed. It is assumed that participants have the recommended preparation listed below.

Outline

Overview of wireless technology: threats, vulnerabilities and safeguards Cellular and PCS network security Secure wireless encrypted e-mail solution Wireless handheld device security Personal Area Networks security (e.g. Bluetooth) Wireless LAN security (IEEE 802.11) Wireless networks intercept demonstrations

Audience

IT practitioners, IT system users or managers who want to develop a deeper understanding of wireless communication vulnerabilities and safeguards.

Course Level

Intermediate Recommended preparation: Course S33 - Introduction to Information Technology Security: The Management and Technology of Cyber Protection and/or Course 410 - How Cryptography is used in the Government of Canada

Prerequisite(s)

None

Special Note(s)

None

Additional Readings/Instructor-suggested URLs

None

Date(s)	(E) = English (F) = French
January 31, 2006 (E) March 15, 2006 (E)

Fee

$450 - GoC      $550 - Non-GoC