Cybersecurity Essentials

About This Course

Cyber threats affect us all, and cybersecurity jobs continue to grow. In fact, cybersecurity failure is among the top 5 global risks according to the World Economic Forum Global Risks Report (2021). The world needs diverse, tech-savvy cyber professionals to defend against shrewd digital adversaries.

This Cybersecurity Essentials course prepares you for the entry-level Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity certification and entry-level cybersecurity positions such as Cybersecurity Technician, Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, or Tier 1 Help Desk Support roles. You will learn vital skills like threat intelligence, network security, and risk management to protect yourself and organisations from cyber attacks. If you enjoy solving puzzles, are passionate about technology, and like working in teams, the field of cybersecurity may be a great fit for you!

Course Introduction

Module 1: Cybersecurity Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attacks

Module 2: Securing Networks

Module 3: Attacking the Foundation

Module 4: Attacking What We Do

Module 5: Wireless Network Communication

Module 6: Network Security Infrastructure

Module 7: The Windows Operating System

Module 8: Linux Overview

Module 9: System and Endpoint Protection

Module 10: Cybersecurity Principles, Practices, and Processes

Module 11: Understanding Defense

Module 12: System and Network Defense

Module 13: Access Control

Module 14: Access Control Lists

Module 15: Firewall Technologies

Module 16: Zone-Based Policy Firewalls

Module 17: Cloud Security

Module 18: Cryptography

Module 19: Technologies and Protocols

Module 20: Network Security Data

Module 21: Evaluating Alerts

Module 22: Governance and Compliance

Module 23: Network Security Testing

Module 24: Threat Intelligence

Module 25: Endpoint Vulnerability Assessment

Module 26: Risk Management and Security Controls

Module 27: Digital Forensics and Incident Analysis and Response