Learning Outcomes

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Network Security

System Security

Lesson Summary

Topics discussed in this module are:- understanding the basics of cybersecurity, cybersecurity in the digital age, overview of cyber threats and attack vectors, legal and ethical considerations in cybersecurity, fundamentals of network security, network protocols, virtual private networks (VPNs) and their vulnerabilities and system security.

Cryptography

Web Application Security

Mobile Security

This topic will introduce you to cryptography and encryption algorithms, public key infrastructure (PKI) and digital certificates, web application security frameworks and best practices, secure coding principles, overview of mobile security challenges, mobile operating system security (iOS, Android) and mobile device management and BYOD policies.

Cloud Security

Incident Response and Forensics

Ethical Hacking

Diploma in Cyber Security - First Assessment

In this module, you will learn about cloud security, cloud security architecture and controls, incident response and forensics, digital forensics principles and techniques, ethical hacking, Reconnaissance and footprinting techniques, vulnerability assessment and penetration testing and exploitation techniques and post-exploitation analysis.

Cyber Threat Intelligence

Risk Management and Compliance

Secure Software Development

In this module, you will learn cyber threat intelligence, threat intelligence gathering and analysis, risk management and compliance, risk management frameworks, and methodologies, compliance requirements and standards, secure software development, secure software development lifecycle, and DevOps security and (CI/CD) pipelines.

Wireless Network Security

Social Engineering and Physical Security

Internet of Things (IoT) Security

Legal and Ethical Aspects of Cybersecurity

Diploma in Cyber Security - Second Assessment

This module will teach you wireless network security, wi-fi security protocols, wireless intrusion detection and prevention systems, social engineering and physical security, phishing, pretexting and baiting attacks, understanding IoT devices and their vulnerabilities, legal and ethical aspects of cybersecurity and cybersecurity Laws and Regulation

Diploma in Cyber Security - Course Assessment

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Diploma in Cyber Security

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Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities

Analysing Attacks

Architecture and Design

Physical and System Security

In this module, you will gain an understanding of threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities. We will discuss security assessment tools and techniques, network and application attacks, and penetration testing. Also, we will explore systems architecture and design, physical and system security, cryptography, and implementing public key infrastructures.

Implementing Secure Networks

Implementing Secure Hosts and Identities

Operational Procedures

Governance, Risk, and Compliance

This module will examine the implementation of security and discuss secure network designs, protocols, and wireless security. You will discover authentication and authorization systems, and application solutions. We will explore operational procedures, incident response, and forensics. Finally, we will examine governance, risk, and compliance.

Course assessment - CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)

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Topic A: Identify Information Security Concepts

Topic A - Demo 1 - Identifying Information Security Basics

Topic B: Identify Basic Security Controls

Topic B - Demo 1 - Identifying Basic Security Controls

Topic C: Identify Basic Authentication and Authorization Concepts

Topic C - Demo 1 - Identifying Basic Authentication and Authorization Concepts

Topic D: Identify Basic Cryptography Concepts

Topic D - Demo 1 - Identifying Basic Cryptography Concepts

Review Quiz

In this module, you will learn to identify information security concepts, basic security controls, basic authentication and authorization, as well as basic cryptography concepts.

Topic A: Analyze Organizational Risk

Topic A - Demo 1 - Analyzing Risks to the Organization

Topic B: Analyze the Business Impact of Risk

Topic B - Demo 1 - Performing a Business Impact Analysis

In this module, you will learn about analyzing the organizational and business impact of risks. The process of identifying risks, analyzing them, developing a response strategy for them, and mitigating their future impact is all part of being a security professional.

Topic A: Identify Types of Attackers

Topic A - Demo 1 - Identifying Types of Attackers

Topic B: Identify Social Engineering Attacks

Topic B - Demo 1 - Identifying Social Engineering Attacks

Topic C: Identify Malware

Topic C - Demo 1 - Identifying Types of Malware

Topic D: Identify Software-Based Threats

Topic D - Demo 1 - Identifying Password Attacks

Topic E: Identify Network-Based Threats

Topic E - Demo 1 - Identifying Threats to DNS

Topic E - Demo 2 - Identifying Port Scanning Threats

Topic F: Identify Wireless Threats

Topic F - Demo 1 - Identifying Wireless Threats

Topic G: Identify Physical Threats

Topic G - Demo 1 - Identifying Physical Threats

In this module, you will learn to identify types of attackers, social engineering attacks, malware, software-based threats, network-based threats, wireless threats, as well as physical threats. This module also contains demos for these topics.

Topic A: Identify Vulnerabilities

Topic A - Demo 1 - Identifying Vulnerabilities

Topic B: Assess Vulnerabilities

Topic B - Demo 1 - Capturing Network Data with Wireshark

Topic B - Demo 2 - Scanning for General Vulnerabilities

Topic C: Implement Penetration Testing

Topic C - Demo 1 - Implementing Penetration Testing

In this module, you will learn about identifying and assessing vulnerabilities, and implementing penetration testing. This module covers software vulnerabilities such as zero-day, improper input handling, improper error handling, resource exhaustion, race condition and memory vulnerabilities.

Topic A: Implement Host Security

Topic A - Demo 1 - Implementing Auditing

Topic A - Demo 2 - Hardening a Server

Topic B: Implement Cloud and Virtualization Security

Topic B - Demo 1 - Securing Virtual Machine Networking

Topic C: Implement Mobile Device Security

Topic C - Demo 1 - Implementing Mobile Device Security

Topic D: Incorporate Security in the Software Development Lifecycle

Topic D - Demo 1 - Performing Static Code Analysis

In this module, you will learn about implementing host, cloud and virtualization and mobile device securities, and incorporating everything in the software development lifecycle.

Topic A: Configure Network Security Technologies

Topic A - Demo 1 - Configuring a Network IDS

Topic B: Secure Network Design Elements

Topic B - Demo 1 - Securing Network Design Elements

Topic C: Implement Secure Networking Protocols and Services

Topic C - Demo 1 - Installing an Internet Information Services Web Server

Topic C - Demo 2 - Securing Network Traffic Using IPSec

Topic D: Secure Wireless Traffic

Topic D - Demo 1 - Securing Wireless Traffic

In this module students will learn about configuring network security technologies, secure network design elements, implementing secure networking protocols and services, and securing wireless traffic.

Topic A: Implement Identity and Access Management

Topic A - Demo 1 - Implementing DAC for a File Share

Topic B: Configure Directory Services

Topic B - Demo 1 - Backing Up Active Directory

Topic C: Configure Access Services

Topic C - Demo 1 - Configuring a Remote Access Server

Topic C - Demo 2 - Setting Up Remote Access Authentication

Topic D: Manage Accounts

Topic D - Demo 1 - Managing Accounts

In this module you will learn about implementing identity and access management, configuring directory and access services, and managing accounts. Identity and access management is a security process that provides identity, authentication and authorization mechanisms.

Topic A: Identify Advanced Cryptography Concepts

Topic A - Demo 1 - Identifying Advanced Cryptographic Concepts

Topic B: Select Cryptographic Algorithms

Topic B - Demo 1 - Selecting Cryptographic Algorithms

Topic C: Configure a Public Key Infrastructure

Topic C - Demo 1 - Installing a CA

Topic C - Demo 2 - Securing a Windows Server 2016 CA

Topic D: Enroll Certificates

Topic D - Demo 1 - Enrolling Certificates

Topic D - Demo 2 - Securing Network Traffic with Certificates

Topic E: Back Up and Restore Certificates and Private Keys

Topic E - Demo 1 - Backing Up a Certificate and Private Key

Topic E - Demo 2 - Restoring a Certificate and Private Key

Topic F: Revoke Certificates

Topic F - Demo 1 - Revoking Certificates

In this module, you will learn to identify advanced cryptography concepts, select cryptographic algorithms, configure a public key infrastructure, enrol certificates, back up and restore certificates and private keys, and revoke certificates. This module covers cryptography elements such as confusion, diffusion, collision, obfuscation, PRNG, and PFS.

Topic A: Evaluate Security Frameworks and Guidelines

Topic A - Demo 1 - Evaluating Security Frameworks and Guidelines

Topic B: Incorporate Documentation in Operational Security

Topic B - Demo 1 - Incorporating Documentation in Operational Security

Topic C: Implement Security Strategies

Topic C - Demo 1 - Implementing Virtual Machine Snapshots

Topic D: Manage Data Security Processes

Topic D - Demo 1 - Destroying Data Securely

Topic D - Demo 2 - Encrypting a Storage Device

Topic E: Implement Physical Controls

Topic E - Demo 1 - Implementing Physical Controls

In this module you will learn to evaluate security frameworks and guidelines, incorporate documentation in operational security, manage data security processes, and implement physical controls. Security frameworks define how to categorize and identify elements of security operations, focus tasks at a high level, and helps avoid building security in a vacuum or without considering important concepts.

Topic A: Troubleshoot Common Security Issues

Topic A - Demo 1 - Identifying Event Log Anomalies

Topic B: Respond to Security Incidents

Topic B - Demo 1 - Responding to a Security Incident

Topic C: Investigate Security Incidents

Topic C - Demo 1 - Implementing Forensic Procedures

In this module, you will learn to troubleshoot common security issues, respond to security incidents, and investigate security incidents. Students will learn about authentication and permissions issues, and access violations.

Topic A: Select Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Processes

Topic A - Demo 1 - Selecting Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Process

Topic B: Develop a Business Continuity Plan

Topic B - Demo 1 - Developing a BCP

In this module, students will learn to select a business continuity and disaster recovery process and develop a business continuity plan. Business continuity is a collection of processes enabling an organization to maintain normal business operations after an adverse event and is a key aspect of a security specialist's skillset.

CompTIA Security+ (Exam SYO-501) - Assessment

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Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Authentication and Identity Fundamentals

User Account Management

Access Control Strategies

Eliminating System Weak Points

Virtualization

Fundamentals of a Network

Core Infrastructure Devices

Securing Wireless Communications

Protective Network Technologies

Intrusion Detection and Prevention Mechanisms

Secure Remote Connectivity With VPNs

Virtualization
Network Technologies
Wireless Networks
Network Security Technologies
Intrusion Detection Systems
Virtual Private Network (VPN) Technologies

Common Cyber Threats and Attack Vectors

Exploits Targeting Wireless Networks

Threats Against Network Infrastructure

Credential-Based Attack Methods

Secure Coding and Application Threats

Exploiting Web Applications

Human-Centered Attack Techniques

Memory Exploits and Mitigation Techniques

This module covers common cyber threats and attack types, including social engineering, malware, and network-based attacks. Learn to identify, analyze, and respond to various threats to strengthen your cybersecurity defense skills.

Proactive Defense Techniques

Hardening Systems and Infrastructure

Securing Mobile Platforms

Embedded Systems and Data Protection

Managing Cybersecurity Risks

Cloud Partnerships and Compliance

Strategic Security Planning

Vulnerability Assessment Tools and Techniques

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Phases

Physical Security Measures and Controls

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

Log Analysis and Continuous Monitoring

Fundamentals of Cryptography and Digital Signatures

Advanced Encryption and Public Key Infrastructure

Securing Email and Web Communications

Security Policies and Risk Mitigation

CompTIA Security Plus (SY0-701) Certification Prep Course - Assessment

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Basic Concepts of Cryptography

Private-key Cryptography

Public-key Cryptography

In this module, you will learn about the concept of Cryptography. You will learn about private-key cryptography, public-key cryptography and the principles behind how they work.

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Ethical Hacking; Information Security

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