Basic Course Information
Course Name: Modern Cybersecurity, CS 556
Semester: Fall 2026
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: CS 356 (Systems Security)
Meetings/Times: MWF 3:00 pm – 3:50 pm (in-person section), asynchronous (online section)
Location: Education Building, Room 7
Communications
Class communication from the instructor and TAs will primarily occur through email and Canvas. Students are encouraged to visit me or a TA during office hours. However, if my office door is open outside of office hours, please feel free to stop by (knock first). If you need to get in touch with me outside of these times, please communicate through email and include the course number in the subject line.
Textbooks
The following textbooks are recommended as useful supplementary materials:
Information Privacy Engineering and Privacy by Design: Understanding Privacy Threats, Technology, and Regulations Based on Standards and Best Practices by William Stallings (2019). ISBN-13: 978-0135302156.
Cybersecurity – Attack and Defense Strategies: Improve your security posture to mitigate risks and prevent attackers from infiltrating your system, 3rd Edition by Yuri Diogenes and Erdal Ozkaya (2022). ISBN-13: 978-1803248776.
Grading
The table below shows items that will receive a grade in this course.
| ASSIGNMENT | GRADE PERCENTAGE |
| Class Participation and Activities | 20 % |
| Homework Assignments | 30 % |
| Mini Group Projects | 10 % |
| Midterm Exam | 20 % |
| Final Exam | 20 % |
| Total: | 100 % |
Additional Information
Please consult the syllabus document on Canvas for additional information.
