•You are currently working in a technical field and want to expand your cyber knowledge, better understand how to keep data secure and learn hands-on skills to apply on the job.
•You are a part of a company that has urgent cybersecurity needs to protect the confidentiality, availability and integrity of data and software.
•You understand the growing need for cybersecurity professionals and want to become a part of making the internet a safer space.
•You are a tech enthusiast looking to start your career in tech and get your foot in the door in the world of networking and security.
Prerequisites
!Introductory Networking Course: A free online course or reading materials on networking basics (e.g., Limitless Learning Networking Fundamentals, Cisco Networking Basics, CompTIA Network+ resources).
!A laptop or desktop with internet access, sufficient memory (16 GB is recommended), and processing power to run basic security tools and virtual labs if required.
!Reliable internet with enough bandwidth for accessing online resources, participating in virtual labs, and streaming any video lectures.
Curriculum
Course Syllabus
Curriculum information not yet available
What You'll Learn
✓Networking Knowledge: Understanding of networking concepts, including TCP/IP, network services, and protocols. Familiarity with OSI and TCP/IP models is crucial.
✓Systems Administration: Basic knowledge of administering and managing operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux), including command-line usage and system configurations.
✓Security Concepts: A grasp of fundamental security principles, including the CIA triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability), access control models, encryption methods, and common attack vectors.
✓Understanding of Vulnerabilities: Awareness of common vulnerabilities and exposures (CVEs), how they can be exploited, and basic mitigation strategies.
✓Basic Scripting or Programming: Familiarity with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, Bash) to automate tasks and analyze data.
✓Tools and Technologies: Exposure to cybersecurity tools (e.g., Wireshark, Nmap) and technologies used for monitoring, penetration testing, and vulnerability scanning.
✓Risk Management: Understanding of risk management practices and how to assess and prioritize risks.
✓Threat Identification and Analysis: Ability to identify threats, analyze their impact, and understand threat intelligence.
✓Incident Response: Basic knowledge of incident response processes and procedures.
✓Critical Thinking: Ability to think critically and solve problems systematically.
✓Ethics and Legal Understanding: Awareness of ethical considerations in cybersecurity and basic knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
✓Communication Skills: Ability to document findings and communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.