This course delves deeper into the multifaceted world of cybersecurity in this advanced exploration. Students will engage with cutting-edge topics such as advanced persistent threats, cyber forensics, zero-day vulnerabilities and the intricacies of nation-state cyber warfare. Students gain a comprehensive understanding of encryption protocols, advanced intrusion detection and prevention systems and the ethical dilemmas surrounding cybersecurity practices in a globally interconnected world. Students will develop a nuanced perspective on the technological and human-centric challenges in the advanced cybersecurity landscape through a blend of theoretical concepts, real-world case studies and hands-on labs. Prerequisite: ITS 6023