About the Course

Modern life depends on online services, so having a better understanding of cyber security threats is vital. In today’s digital age, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for individuals, businesses, and governments alike.

It encompasses a broad range of practices, technologies, and strategies aimed at protecting systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, breaches, and attacks. Understanding cybersecurity fundamentals is essential for safeguarding sensitive information, maintaining business continuity, and mitigating the risks posed by cyber threats.

Training on Cyber Security is designed to equip participants with the skills necessary to identify, assess, and mitigate cyber threats. It will enable them to be better prepared to detect suspicious activities, implement security controls, and respond effectively to security incidents, thereby minimizing the likelihood and impact of breaches.

Target Participants

Training on Cyber Security course is designed for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of cybersecurity principles and practices. These include IT professionals, security analysts, administrators, managers and executives seeking to develop a strategic approach to cybersecurity risk management.

What You Will Learn

By the end of this Training on Cyber Security the participants will be able to:

• Explain basic cyber security terminology and have skills for keeping up to date on cyber security issues
• Understand cryptography and be able to use it for email
• Have skills to improve their password security and be aware of alternative authentication methods
• Develop awareness of different malware propagation method and skills for preventing malware infections
• Demonstrate understanding of firewalls, virtual private networks and network intrusion detection and prevention technologies
• Describe legal and regulatory issues relating to cyber security and understand how to recover from security failures
• Apply basic risk analysis and management techniques

Course Duration

• Classroom – 5 Days
• Online – 7 Days

Course Outline

Understanding Cybersecurity

• Definition and Importance
• Evolution and Current Landscape
• Understanding current threats/ Types of threats
• Cybersecurity Frameworks

Fundamentals of Network Security

• Network Architecture and Protocols
• Network Defense Mechanisms (Firewalls, VPNs, Secure Remote Access)
• Threats to Network Security
• Secure Network Design

Secure System Administration

• Password Policies and Authentication Methods
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Privilege Management
• Patch Management
• Vulnerability Scanning and Remediation Strategies

Cryptography

• Cryptography basics
• Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Cryptography
• Encryption Algorithms and Key Management
• Applications of Cryptography
• Data Integrity and Non-repudiation

Incident Response and Disaster Recovery

• Incident Identification, Containment, Eradication, and Recovery (ICER) process
• Incident Response Team Roles and Responsibilities
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning

Cyber security and the law

• Overview of Data Protection Laws (GDPR, CCPA)
• Compliance Requirements and Penalties
• Understanding the Role of Ethical Hackers
• Conducting Penetration Tests and Reporting Findings

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Security

• Application of AI/ML for Threat Detection
• Challenges and Opportunities
• Internet of Things (IoT) Security

Managing security risks

• Analyzing security risks
• Managing the risks

Training Approach

Our Training on Cyber Security  is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the field of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, presentations, group works and case studies.

Training notes and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate of course completion.

Tailor-Made Course

We can also do this as a tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs.