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Laboratories

The center maintains state-of-the-art information assurance network laboratories. In the labs network attacks and countermeasures are demonstrated and new defensive methods are tested. Simulations also play a vital role in the hands-on experience provided to lab participants. The labs include:
  • Marshall Hall facility:  Students work in a fully configured RED - BLUE network environment, wired and wireless to experiment with network based security tools.

  • Mobile Lab: This lab includes a fully configured network with Windows, Unix and Linux based hosts, switches, routers, appliance intrusion detection, firewall, and virtual private network all enclosed in a hardened case.  The lab and contingent of wireless client PCs can be shipped to remote training sites where they can be quickly re-assembled.

  • SCADA/Control System Lab: This new and expanding lab has been established to promote awareness and provide direction in the protection of "behind the door" systems such as electrical, and water distribution throughout government facilities.

    Radio Frequency (RF) Lab: The focus in this area is upon applications, threats, vulnerabilities and controls in wireless communication across the wireless spectrum including RFID, 802.1x, and Bluetooth technologies.

    Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) Lab: The growing use of computer networks for telephony applications is examined in this laboratory. Voice traffic susceptibility to capture is demonstrated. Methods for safeguarding are presented.

    Forensics Lab: Research is conducted and exercises are developed in methods for examination of digital data. Products used to help identify and trace malfeasance by forensics laboratories in law enforcement agencies are presented. Case studies are developed to help managers understand the technical, cultural, and legal implications in incident response and forensic lockdown.

    Biometrics Lab: The effectiveness of current biometric technology is analyzed in this laboratory setting. A number of devices such as fingerprint, face print, voice print, hand geometry, and iris scanners are used. The technical, cultural, and managerial issues in two and three factor authentication are the emphasis.

    Infrastructure Protection Lab: Exercises, using large scale models, are conducted to aid government and private sector individuals in a greater understanding of options and resources during possible major events. Faculty work with the National Labs to bring large scale simulations into play.


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