Prerequisite: (CIST 2110 or CSIS 2110 or CSCI 2102 or CSIS 2102 with a grade of C or better) and (CIST 3230 or CSIS 3230 with a grade of C or better). Open to Juniors and Seniors only. The rapidly growing use and reliance on modern technology for communications, commerce and government has increased the need to protect data in storage and during transmission. This course includes the study of principles and practice regarding the protection of digital information and intrusion detection and response. Specific topics include basic concepts of cryptography, social engineering, cyber-crime, privacy, and computer and network forensics.