Department of Cyber Forensics and Information Security

Cyber Forensics and Information Security

Introduction:

The threat of cyber security attacks is increasingly apparent to individuals and organizations across the globe. From hacking to phishing, scamming to grooming, and botnets to cyber-terrorism, the variety and ingenuity of exploits appear to expand constantly.
In this context, this program addresses system vulnerabilities and preventive measures that may counter cyber-attacks, including steps to repair systems weaknesses, prevent repeat occurrences and collecting & examining digital evidence using a variety of digital and mobile forensics tools. It also helps in developing a detailed understanding of comprehensive cyber risk management practices for ensuring overall security.
CFIS program in Cyber Forensics and Information Security (CFIS) is designed to prepare students and working professionals for an exciting and rewarding career in cyber security, both in government and in private business. The program equips individuals with the knowledge necessary for the Center of Education in Digital Forensics (COEDF) certification.
Students are trained utilizing professional applications in computer and mobile forensics, and provided knowledge and expertise in network security, ethical hacking and privacy. This training occurs in one of our new on-campus information security labs.
The ISDF program isn’t only intended for computer and information sciences majors, but also for students majoring in Criminal Justice, Business, Healthcare and Accounting.
The curriculum is designed to meet the growing needs of Information Security and Cyber Forensics professionals in the IT Industry, Corporate, Finance Sectors, Law Enforcement Agencies and other Government Agencies.

Vision:
To become a Premier Institution of Excellence in Computer Science and Engineering that would develop self sustaining and globally competent Computer Science and Information Technology Professionals.
Mission:
M1: Enable studentswith the best of Technologies and Knowledge emerging in the domain of Computer Science and Engineering.
M2: Equip the department laboratories with the power of in-demand Technologies and Software for the On-Demand Industry.
M3: Share and Collaborate knowledge across the IT Industries for holistic development of skilled and talented students.
M4: Impart the students with Ethical values, Critical thinking and Broad based computational skills.
M5: Motivate the students to comprehend problems across Inter Disciplinary Domains and offer innovative solution using ICT.

Program Educational Objectives(PEO):
The Graduate will be able to
PEO-1: Establish a successful careers in the profession & innovation at an industry and/or in government in one or more of discipline of forensic science.
PEO-2: Incorporate current and emerging technologies and software practices for detection, analyses, and evaluation of forensic evidence.
PEO-3: Embrace the code of professional ethics while providing solution to multidisciplinary social problems in industrial, entrepreneurial and research environment to demonstrate leadership qualities.
PEO-4: Serve the society not solely as forensic expert but as a contributor towards healthy, secure and vibrant society by making people alert about various methods adopted by the criminals.
PEO-5: Re-learn and innovate in ever-changing global economic and technological environments.
PEO-6: Pursue higher education in Forensic Science and Information Security

Program Outcomes(PO):

Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Program Specific Outcomes(PSO):
PSO’s describe what students are expected to know or be able to do by the time of graduation from the program.
PSO1: To understand, analyze and develop essential proficiency in the areas related to Digital Forensic, Cyber Defense, Network Security, Cyber Laws and Ethics
PSO2: To utilize the forensic techniques during criminal investigations that are economically viable and knowledge to regional, national and global crime related problems
PSO3: To Analyze the sample in field and laboratory test of crime exhibits with the latest norms and standards
PSO4: To Design and Develop the research based solutions of complex forensic problem.

Cyber Forensics and Information Security

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