Students in\u00a0IT\/CYSE 200T\u00a0will explore how technology is related to cybersecurity from an interdisciplinary orientation.\u00a0 Attention is given to the way that technologically-driven cybersecurity issues are connected to cultural, political, legal, ethical, and business domains. The learning outcomes for this course are as follows:<\/p>\n
Throughout this course, I completed several assignments and I wanted to include some of my academic work. The work included in this eportfolio represents my effort, growth, and knowledge I gained during this semester.<\/p>\n
The necessity of IT discussion post<\/p>\n
1. The document demonstrates how using AI and its tools will now be a necessity for businesses. While artificial intelligence becomes increasingly significant, it seems as though that being proficient in AI is rather vital for work rather than optional. In the similar way of how the internet became an essential element to transform many work environments, as AI will be anticipated to be the new standard of many future careers. At the moment, as many companies will adopt AI tools into their workplace, the more employees that can manage and are more familiar with artificial intelligence will be at a significant advantage.
\n2. In regard to the data management text, it highlights the obligations of data governance and compliance. While data governance implements rules and regulations to ensure that the data is reliable, secure, and applied efficiently. Compliance focuses on guaranteeing the organization follows proper data procedures and guidelines. The responsibility is gradually becoming essential to AI systems as they depend on a vast amount of data to function, if handled improperly the data will be inaccurate and produce unreliable results, thus creating ethical and legal concerns. This is the reason why companies should cautiously manage their data to ensure they are efficient and liable.
\n3. In my perspective, AI in this point of time is changing the role of IT in many businesses. Previously, many IT departments were primarily in charge of the framework of technology but now with the rise of AI it rather seems that more departments throughout the company will now have to work together just to implement AI.<\/p>\n
Hacking Humans write up-<\/p>\n
The current discussion going around the digitization of DNA through business to
\nconsumer testing, which is considerably complex, especially with considering the personal and
\nmedical benefits compared to lifelong security risk. Even with the possible advantages, such as
\nthe discovery of genetic susceptibility, diseases, or tailored medicine. As these are quite
\nsignificant, they rather as pose concern more than the benefit itself. Unlike most common
\nindicators such as Social Security numbers that can be changed, but if your DNA is
\ncompromised it will continue to be a long-term vulnerability. This instability could cause
\nindividuals to encounter many lifelong repercussions, including genetic discrimination in various
\naspects of one\u2019s life.
\nThe possible genetic discrimination tends to occur in the workplace as many individuals
\ntend to face unfair treatment, as its alarming if employer gain their DNA data of their employees.
\nIn the possibility that genetic information was being misused, it would likely be for evaluating
\nthe suitability for a job by identifying any health risk, this could establish biases against a
\nspecific genetic background. This raises the ethical question about the authenticity of such
\npractices, while highlighting the essential need for reliable legal protection surrounding genetic
\ndata.
\nIn addition, the approach of \u201cHacking Humans\u201d highlights the human aspect tend to still
\nremains the weakest point in cybersecurity. Whereas traditional digitalized passwords that can be
\naltered when compromised, the irreversible nature of biological data can require a reassessment
\nof security protocols. As organizations are required to account for such disparities by applying an
\nextensive security measure that would not just protect against digital breaches but also will
\nprovide a security measure for any misuse on personal data. This is vital to emphasize with the
\nprivacy and autonomy of individuals when encouraging accountability in scientific inquiry. In
\nthe end, the many risk that are associated with the digitization of DNA should be carefully
\nconsidered, as trying to balance curiosity and technological advancement to security concern an
\nethical responsibility<\/p>\n
SCADA Systems write up-<\/p>\n
The critical infrastructure systems are incredibly essential to the services and their faculty
\nthat support their daily life and national security. Such systems can include power grids, water
\ntreatment, or transportation networks, as these systems are increasingly integrated with digital
\nnetworks, which have been targeted and currently attackers have gained attraction to them. A
\ncritical infrastructure could face a successful attack and cause a disruption in essential services,
\nfinical losses, and endanger the public.
\nThe primary vulnerability facing critical infrastructure is the dependency on computer
\nnetworks and the industrial control systems. Many organizations still continue to operate on
\noutdated equipment, as they were previously deigned before cybersecurity was the major
\nconcern. This resulted in systems containing a security gap, weaken authentication controls, and
\noutdated software\u2019s. In addition, internal attacks, human errors, and ransomware attacks can pose
\nas a serious threat and compromise all system operations. As SCADA systems face many
\nincomparable security challenges because they must balance operational reliability with
\ncybersecurity requirements. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA, 2025)
\nhas noted that \u201cmany organizations unknowingly leave common vulnerabilities and weaknesses\u2019
\nexposed to the internet.\u201d This exposure can lead attackers to many opportunities to go and gain
\nunauthorized access to critical systems and district all operations.
\nThe Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition or SCADA systems play a crucial part to
\nhelp mitigate any types of cybersecurity risk by observing systems into operational
\nenvironments. As more modern SCADA platforms tend to often incorporate security features
\nsuch like alarm systems, access controls, and network monitoring tools. These key features can
\nhelp with detecting any type of unauthorized access and suspicious behavior in addition SCADA
\nsystems automate responses for certain events, thus reducing its response times and improving
\nthe system resilience. Which continuously overseeing any monitoring operations or alerting
\npersonal for any potential threats can strengthen the systems security and reliability for critical
\ninfrastructure environments.
\nIn conclusion, the critical infrastructure systems face from various cybersecurity threats
\nare due to the interdependence of connected technology and outdates control networks. As
\nvulnerabilities with such outdated system, malware, internal threats, and unauthorized access can
\ncause significant consequences. While, SCADA systems can help address such risk by providing
\ncentralized monitoring, operational control, and improved security features. In the end,
\ncybersecurity threats continue to evolve, as organizations must continue to enhance both of their
\nSCADA systems and their overall cybersecurity practices to protect essential operations and
\nmaintain the public\u2019s safety<\/p>\n
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Cybersecurity, Technology, and Society Students in\u00a0IT\/CYSE 200T\u00a0will explore how technology is related to cybersecurity from an interdisciplinary orientation.\u00a0 Attention is given to the way that technologically-driven cybersecurity issues are connected to cultural, political, legal, ethical, and business domains. The learning outcomes for this course are as follows: Describe how cyber technology creates opportunities for criminal… <\/p>\n