Description:
The primary technique for infecting computers is no longer e-mail virus attachments. They are more frequently infected when users visit compromised websites, which install uninvited malware. Has your data been stolen? Learn about current threats that users face online, and how to defend against them. This 3-hour lecture-style workshop covers the latest computer security best practices that every computer user should know about.

Topics include:

 - Six ways to have your data stolen
- IT security principles
- Is your computer under attack?
- Essential steps for protecting your computers and data
- Tips to secure your website and web server

Attendees will gain insight into the current security landscape through a presentation that includes working examples of attacks against a live web application. This introductory level course will bring immediate value to anyone who uses computers in their daily operations. Developers and system administrators seeking secure coding techniques should also consider Website Security Essentials for Developers.

Presented as a Lecture-Style Workshop:
These are our most affordable training programs, designed to introduce a subject quickly and efficiently. Students can take notes from the instructor's projected computer screen, and/or bring their own computer to follow along. Lecture-style workshops are normally held on weekday evenings from 6 pm – 9 pm and contain a maximum of 30 students (average is 8-20).

Who Should Take This:
This introductory level course is designed for anyone who uses computers in their daily operations.

Instructor:
Steve Fox has been active in website development since 1994, serving as designer, coder, programmer, and systems administrator. Past clients include eBay and Dell, along with some of the most creative small businesses online. His technology practice, Fox Web Technology, LLC, offers network and web application security assessments, computer forensics and security training services. Steve's academic background includes a Master of Science degree in Information Systems Technology from George Washington University (Washington, DC), Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from University of Missouri (Columbia, MO), and a Certificate in Computer Programming from Montgomery College (Rockville, MD). Steve holds the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and Security+ certifications, is a GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN) and Forensic Analyst (GCFA) and has served as an event facilitator for the SANS security training institute.

BDA Member Cost: $59.00
Non Member Cost: $79.00
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