This course covers the concepts and administration of system and network security on Linux systems. Students will gain the skills needed to protect Linux servers from various types of threats. Students will understand, plan and implement security on Linux servers including developing security policies, local system security, network security, monitoring systems and networks, basic firewall setup and the use of various security related tools (e.g., PAM, sudo). College level reading and writ- ing skills are required.
Prerequisites: CTS 2322