Assignment Overview
Unit 3 – Individual Project
ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION
Deliverable Length: 5 page Word document
OBJECTIVES
As a future information security manager, you know it is important to provide for the proper verification of identity when communicating online. Research the components of public key infrastructure to include the use of private and public keys, digital certificates, certificates of authority, secure socket layer, and transport layer security methods. These methods are used to safeguard and validate the authenticity of an individual’s online identity when communicating across a network.
Create a 3-page MS Word document that explains each of these concepts and provide illustrations/diagrams to support your explanations. Your paper should also include a cover page and a reference page for a total of 5 pages.
Cover page and reference page are not included in page count. Document formatting, citations, and references must follow APA format. The AIU APA Guide includes sections for paper formatting, as well as reference and citation examples. For example, 250 words equals one page of content.
Save your document with the course, assignment, and your name (e.g., ITAS367_Unit3_IP_Neo_Anderson.docx).
| Criteria | Meets Standard | Points Possible |
| Follows Instructions | Assignments include all of the required topics and questions within the instructions. | 10 |
| Document Length | Assignment is at or slightly above the minimum suggested length. | 10 |
| Accuracy | • Content and terminology are accurate in response to the prompts, demonstrating an understanding of the content.
• If required, examples illustrate key concepts following the requirements of the assignment. |
50 |
| Critical Thinking | Assignment demonstrates detailed critical thinking in 2 or more of the following ways:
• Demonstrating justified positions • Demonstrating original thought • Conclusions based on analysis • Evaluation of key concepts • Synthesis of ideas • Other higher order thinking skills |
30 |
| Writing | Assignment has no spelling or grammar errors. | 10 |
| Organization, Structure, and Flow | Assignment organizes content through paragraph structure and sentence flow to enhance readability. | 10 |
| Scholarly Support | All supporting references are credible or scholarly. | 10 |
| Document and APA Format | Assignment is formatted properly according the current AAA Publication Manual. | 10 |
| Total | 140 |
