The core knowledge and skills needed to step into cybersecurity roles and understand how security supports organisations. An overview of common security threats and how attacks can affect business operations.
Strategies and controls used to manage risks and vulnerabilities, including security frameworks, policies, and ethical practices.
A survey of important cybersecurity tools and technologies used by professionals, and a primer on related programming or scripting that helps in security work.
Introduction to Cybersecurity:
Definition of cybersecurity, what
professionals in this domain do, and foundational concepts that guide the discipline.
Evolution of Cybersecurity:
A look at how security threats have evolved
alongside technology and the internet, and how these developments shape modern security practices.
Protecting Against Threats, Risks & Vulnerabilities:
Covers core
security frameworks, risk mitigation strategies, ethical considerations, and the principles organizations
follow to safeguard information.
Cybersecurity Tools & Fundamentals:
Familiarizes you with common tools
and techniques used in security operations, and introduces relevant programming or scripting for security
tasks.
Upon completion, learners receive a certificate demonstrating their foundational cybersecurity knowledge and readiness for further learning or entry-level security roles.
In a world where cyber threats evolve constantly, having a strong grasp of cybersecurity principles is essential. This course provides a solid foundation — enabling learners to: