Manager, Security Operations - University of Kentucky
CIS 2266 Cybersecurity in Higher Education
Faculty: Jason Wheat
Course Description:
This course explores the evolving cybersecurity landscape in higher education, focusing on the unique challenges colleges and universities face in protecting their digital environments. We will examine key security issues affecting academic institutions, including threats to research data, student information, and distributed campus networks. The course also introduces essential security controls and best practices used to mitigate risk, strengthen institutional resilience, and support compliance with security frameworks. In addition, the course highlights the role of strategic partnerships with technology providers, security teams, and institutional leadership in building effective and collaborative cybersecurity programs within higher education environments.
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