Launching into Cyber Security, MSc. Cyber Security, Module 1

This first module comprises an introduction to the MSc. Cyber Security program at University of Essex, Colchester, England. The module's twelve units, lasting twelve weeks, cover the key facets and skillsets of a career in cyber security. They also introduce the core topics and knowledge base required to support the remainder of the modules in the program which will delve into those subjects in greater detail.

As I progress through the units, I will make frequent entries in this portfolio to document my progress and share insights garnered from assigned reading, interaction with my cohorts and completed exercises. In addition to unit summaries, key module essays, milestones or special topics of interest may be posted separately. The links below lead to these summaries and external resources.

Units 1-3

Units 4-6

Units 7-9

Essay

Units 10-12

Module Project