Course Overview
Build a strong foundation in cyber security and learn how organizations identify, prevent and respond to common security threats.
Duration
6 Months
Level
Beginner to Advanced
Projects
5+ Security Projects
Certificate
Course Certificate
What You Will Learn
Develop practical knowledge of cyber security concepts and defensive security practices.
Complete Course Content
Cyber Security Fundamentals
Understand the basic principles of protecting digital systems and information.
- Introduction to cyber security
- CIA triad
- Security principles
- Threats and vulnerabilities
- Security controls
Networking Fundamentals
Learn networking concepts that are important for cyber security.
- IP addresses
- TCP/IP fundamentals
- Ports and protocols
- DNS
- HTTP and HTTPS
- Firewalls
Operating System Security
Understand basic security practices for operating systems.
- Windows security
- Linux fundamentals
- User permissions
- Access control
- System updates
Threats & Vulnerabilities
Learn about common threats and how vulnerabilities can affect systems.
- Malware
- Phishing
- Social engineering
- Password attacks
- Common vulnerabilities
Network Security
Understand methods used to protect networks and communication.
- Network security concepts
- Firewalls
- VPN fundamentals
- Network monitoring
- Secure communication
Web Application Security
Learn common web security concepts and defensive practices.
- Web security fundamentals
- Authentication
- Authorization
- Input validation
- OWASP concepts
Ethical Security Testing
Understand the principles and legal boundaries of authorized security testing.
- Ethical hacking concepts
- Security assessment
- Reconnaissance concepts
- Vulnerability assessment
- Responsible disclosure
Identity & Access Management
Learn how organizations control access to systems and data.
- Authentication
- Authorization
- Multi-factor authentication
- Role-based access
- Password security
Incident Response
Learn the fundamentals of responding to security incidents.
- Incident identification
- Incident response lifecycle
- Containment concepts
- Recovery
- Security reporting
Security Project
Apply the concepts learned throughout the course to a practical security project.
- Security assessment
- Threat identification
- Risk analysis
- Security recommendations
- Final security report
Final Cyber Security Project
Create a practical security assessment and develop recommendations for improving the security of a sample organization or application.
- Identify assets
- Identify potential threats
- Perform basic risk assessment
- Review security controls
- Identify security gaps
- Develop security recommendations
- Create an incident response plan
- Prepare a final security report
Requirements
- Basic computer knowledge
- No previous cyber security experience required
- Laptop or desktop computer
- Internet connection
- Interest in technology and security
Start Your Cyber Security Journey
Build strong foundations in cyber security and digital protection.