Mode of Learning: FULLY ONLINE

Cybersecurity Course Outline

Cybersecurity Fundamentals

• Introduction to Cybersecurity and Its Importance
• Understanding the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)

Cyber Attacks

• Common Cyber Attacks
• Cybersecurity Ethics and Laws
• Cybersecurity Standards

Essential Security Concepts

• Encryption and Cryptography
• Authentication and Authorization
• Password Management and Best Practices
• Firewalls and Antivirus Software Basics

Networking for Cybersecurity

• Introduction to Networking
• Understanding Network Components (Routers, Switches)
• Setting Up Networks
• IP Addressing and Subnetting Basics
• Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
• Wireless Network Security Basics
• Firewall Types and Configuration

Operating System Security

• Introduction to Operating Systems (Windows, Linux)
• Configuring User Accounts and Permissions
• Securing Files and Directories
• Keeping Systems Updated (Patching and Updates)
• System Logs and Monitoring

Ethical Hacking Fundamentals

• Penetration Testing
• Hacking Phases
• Common Hacking Tools
• Legal and Ethical Boundaries of Ethical Hacking

Malware and Threat Prevention

• Understanding Malware (Viruses, Worms, Trojans)
• How Antivirus and Anti-Malware Tools Work
• Basics of Threat Detection and Prevention
• Identifying and Mitigating Phishing Attacks
• Analyzing Unwanted Software

Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks

• What is a Denial of Service (DoS) Attack?
• Types of DoS and DDoS Attacks
• Tools Used in DoS Attacks
• Mitigating DoS Attacks with Firewalls and Load Balancers
• DDoS Prevention Strategies

System Hacking

• System Hacking Objectives and Techniques
• Password Cracking, Privilege Escalation, Spyware
• Tools Used in System Hacking
• Detecting and Preventing System Hacking Attempts

Incident Response

• Incident Response Definition and Lifecycle
• Preparing an Incident Response Plan (IRP)
• Detecting and Analyzing Incidents
• Containment, Eradication, and Recovery
• Post-Incident Activities and Lessons Learned