Cyber Security
Cyber Security
About This Course
This program covers the fundamentals of security, ethical hacking, penetration testing, cryptography, incident response, cloud security, and compliance with real-world projects
What you'll learn
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Understand key concepts of cyber security, threats, and vulnerabilities.
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Configure and secure operating systems, networks, and applications.
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Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
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Apply cryptographic techniques for securing communication and data.
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Detect, respond to, and mitigate security incidents.
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Implement compliance standards (ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA).
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Gain practical exposure using tools like Wireshark, Metasploit, Nmap, Burp Suite, Kali Linux.
Course Curriculum
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Introduction to Cyber Security
read- What is Cyber Security?
- Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities
- Security Principles (CIA Triad, AAA model)
- Careers in Cyber Security
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Networking & Security Fundamentals
read- OSI & TCP/IP Model
- Firewalls, IDS, IPS
- VPN & Proxy Servers
- Secure Network Design
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Operating System & Application Security
read- Windows & Linux Security Basics
- Hardening Systems
- Security Patches and Updates
- Secure Application Development Basics
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Cryptography
read- Symmetric & Asymmetric Encryption
- Hashing & Digital Signatures
- SSL/TLS Certificates
- Real-world Cryptographic Applications
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Ethical Hacking & Penetration Testing
read- Ethical Hacking Methodology
- Reconnaissance & Scanning (Nmap, Nessus)
- Exploitation (Metasploit)
- Web Application Security (SQLi, XSS, CSRF)
- Wireless Security Testing
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Cyber Threats & Defense Mechanisms
read- Malware Analysis
- Phishing & Social Engineering Attacks
- Advanced Persistent Threats (APT)
- Security Operations & SIEM Tools
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Cloud & Mobile Security
read- Cloud Computing Security Models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
- Cloud Security Tools & Best Practices
- Mobile Device Security & MDM
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BYOD Security Policies
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Incident Response & Forensics
read- Incident Response Life Cycle
- Log Analysis & Monitoring
- Basics of Digital Forensics
- Chain of Custody & Evidence Handling
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Compliance & Risk Management
read- Security Policies & Procedures
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Standards: ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS
- Security Audit Practices
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Capstone Project & Certification Preparation
read- Real-World Security Project
- Cyber Security Case Studies
- Preparation (CEH, CompTIA Security+, CISSP basics)
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, through labs, real-world case studies, and a capstone project.
Yes, it helps prepare for CompTIA Security+, CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), CISSP (intro level), and OSCP (basics).
Cyber Security Analyst, Penetration Tester, SOC Analyst, Network Security Engineer, Information Security Consultant.
Kali Linux, Wireshark, Nmap, Burp Suite, Nessus, Metasploit, Splunk (SIEM), and cloud security tools.
Basic knowledge of computers and networking helps, but beginners can also start.
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of computers and networking.
- Familiarity with Windows/Linux operating systems.
- Programming basics (Python, Java, or C) recommended but not mandatory.
- No prior cyber security experience required (course starts from fundamentals).
Course Includes:
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10 Topics
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10 Lessons
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10 Articles
