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Network and Cybersecurity

About

The Network and Cybersecurity specialization is designed to equip students with the expertise needed to protect digital infrastructures from evolving cyber threats. Through this program, students gain the skills to design and implement secure computer networks, analyze and mitigate cyber risks using advanced security tools, and configure essential security technologies such as firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems. Additionally, they learn to develop and enforce robust cybersecurity policies and procedures while conducting comprehensive risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to strengthen organizational security.

Program Details
Type Undergraduate
Credit Hours 142 Credit Hours
Duration 4 years
Language English
Study Mode Full Time
Campus Abu Dhabi
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Program Learning Objectives

  • An ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
  • An ability to design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
  • An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
  • An ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.
  • An ability to function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.

Career Path

Graduates of the ISET program emerge with extensive knowledge across diverse IT applications, hands-on experience using industry-standard equipment, and a comprehensive understanding of information security management. This unique combination of theory and practical training ensures that ISET alumni are job-ready for existing roles and future opportunities, including:

  • Cybersecurity Roles: Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst, Security Officer, Digital Forensics Analyst, Incident Responder, Cybersecurity Engineer, Security Architect, Malware Analyst, Penetration Tester, Vulnerability Analyst, Threat Intelligence Analyst, and Cyber Defense Specialist.

  • Governance and Compliance: IT Auditor, Data Protection Officer, Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance Officer, Privacy Consultant, and Security Policy Advisor.

  • IT and Network Roles: Network Engineer, Network Administrator, System Engineer, System Administrator, Database Administrator, Cloud Service Administrator, IT Infrastructure Specialist, and Virtualization Engineer.

Accreditation

The Electrical Engineering Technology specialization is accredited by:

  • Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) at the UAE Ministry of Education
  • Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)
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