{"id":352,"date":"2025-02-28T05:00:22","date_gmt":"2025-02-28T05:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/yohannes-teklu\/?page_id=352"},"modified":"2025-02-28T22:28:44","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T22:28:44","slug":"cyse-495","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.wp.odu.edu\/yohannes-teklu\/cyse-495\/","title":{"rendered":"CYSE 495"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

CYSE 495: Introduction to BioCybersecurity<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Course Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

CYSE 495 explores the intersection of biological sciences and cybersecurity<\/strong>, emphasizing the protection of critical infrastructure, medical devices, and biological research data. The course provides insights into cybersecurity threats in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology industries while analyzing risk management strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Learning Objectives<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Understand Cyber Threats in BioScience<\/strong> \u2013 Identify vulnerabilities in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and medical research<\/strong>.
\u2705 Assess Risks in BioCybersecurity<\/strong> \u2013 Analyze how cyber threats impact the biological and healthcare industries<\/strong>.
\u2705 Investigate MedJack Attacks<\/strong> \u2013 Examine how cybercriminals exploit medical devices in MedJack (Medical Device Hijacking) attacks<\/strong>.
\u2705 Apply Cybersecurity Frameworks<\/strong> \u2013 Study the NIST Cybersecurity Framework<\/strong> and its application to healthcare and biosciences.
\u2705 Explore the CIA Triad in BioCybersecurity<\/strong> \u2013 Understand confidentiality, integrity, and availability<\/strong> in securing bio-related data.
\u2705 Analyze Business & Cybersecurity in BioScience<\/strong> \u2013 Study the intersection of biotech companies and cybersecurity policies<\/strong>.
\u2705 Evaluate Key Cyber Defense Technologies<\/strong> \u2013 Learn about firewalls, intrusion detection, and encryption<\/strong> in biomedical settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Topics & Hands-on Labs Completed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccc Module 01: Six Common Cyber Threats in BioScience<\/strong> \u2013 Analyzed cyber risks affecting the healthcare and biotechnology sectors.
\ud83d\udccc Module 03: Business & Cybersecurity in BioScience<\/strong> \u2013 Studied how biotech companies<\/strong> implement security strategies.
\ud83d\udccc Module 04: Biological Science & Cybersecurity<\/strong> \u2013 Explored the connection between cybersecurity and biological research.
\ud83d\udccc Module 05: Risk Management in the BioScience Field<\/strong> \u2013 Assessed threats to medical data and pharmaceutical research<\/strong>.
\ud83d\udccc Module 06: Key Cybersecurity Defense Technologies<\/strong> \u2013 Investigated firewalls, encryption, and access controls<\/strong> for biosecurity.
\ud83d\udccc MedJack (Medical Device Hijacking)<\/strong> \u2013 Examined real-world case studies on medical device vulnerabilities<\/strong>.
\ud83d\udccc The CIA Triad & Cybersecurity Fundamentals<\/strong> \u2013 Applied confidentiality, integrity, and availability<\/strong> principles to biosecurity.
\ud83d\udccc Introduction to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework<\/strong> \u2013 Studied how NIST standards apply to biotechnology and healthcare security<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Skills Acquired<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd39 BioCybersecurity Risk Assessment<\/strong> \u2013 Identifying and mitigating cyber threats in biological research and healthcare.
\ud83d\udd39 Application of NIST Cybersecurity Framework<\/strong> \u2013 Understanding cybersecurity compliance and regulatory policies<\/strong> in biotechnology.
\ud83d\udd39 Cyber Threat Intelligence in Medical Research<\/strong> \u2013 Detecting and preventing cyber attacks on biomedical infrastructure<\/strong>.
\ud83d\udd39 Medical Device Security & MedJack Analysis<\/strong> \u2013 Evaluating vulnerabilities in connected medical devices and IoT systems<\/strong>.
\ud83d\udd39 Business & Cybersecurity in BioScience<\/strong> \u2013 Understanding the role of cybersecurity in pharmaceuticals, biotech, and healthcare<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Personal Reflection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This course expanded my knowledge of biological science cybersecurity<\/strong> and the unique threats facing the healthcare and biotech industries<\/strong>. I gained valuable skills in risk assessment, cyber defense strategies, and compliance frameworks<\/strong>, aligning with my career goals in cybersecurity operations, risk management, and critical infrastructure protection<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

CYSE 495: Introduction to BioCybersecurity Course Description CYSE 495 explores the intersection of biological sciences and cybersecurity, emphasizing the protection of critical infrastructure, medical devices, and biological research data. The course provides insights into cybersecurity threats in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology industries while analyzing risk management strategies. Key Learning Objectives \u2705 Understand Cyber Threats in… <\/p>\n

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