Cybersecurity – Safeguarding Digital Assets – Crescent International Academy

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In an increasingly interconnected world, cybersecurity is paramount to protect organizations and individuals from cyber threats and attacks. This comprehensive course provides an in-depth exploration of cybersecurity fundamentals, equipping participants with the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to safeguard digital assets, mitigate risks, and defend against cyber threats effectively.

This course provides participants with a solid foundation in cybersecurity principles, practices, and techniques, enabling them to effectively protect digital assets, mitigate risks, and respond to cyber threats in today’s dynamic and evolving threat landscape.

Curriculum

13 Sections
27 Lessons
120 Hours

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Introduction to Cybersecurity
2
- 1.1
  Understanding the importance of cybersecurity in today’s digital world
- 1.2
  Overview of common cyber threats, attack vectors, and cybersecurity challenges
Fundamentals of Information Security
2
- 2.0
  Principles of information security: confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA)
- 2.1
  Basics of cryptography, encryption, and decryption techniques
Cybersecurity Risk Management
2
- 3.0
  Identifying and assessing cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities
- 3.1
  Developing risk mitigation strategies and cybersecurity controls
Network Security
2
- 4.0
  Securing network infrastructure: routers, switches, firewalls, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
- 4.1
  Implementing network segmentation, access controls, and secure communication protocols
Cyber Threat Intelligence
2
- 5.0
  Understanding cyber threat actors, motives, and tactics
- 5.1
  Leveraging threat intelligence sources and feeds for proactive defense
Security Operations and Incident Response
2
- 6.0
  Establishing security operations centers (SOCs) and incident response teams
- 6.1
  Detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity incidents and breaches
Endpoint Security
2
- 7.0
  Securing endpoints: desktops, laptops, mobile devices, and servers
- 7.1
  Implementing endpoint protection, antivirus software, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
2
- 8.0
  Managing user identities, access privileges, and authentication mechanisms
- 8.1
  Implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and identity federation
Cloud Security
2
- 9.0
  Securing cloud computing environments: Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Software as a Service (SaaS)
- 9.1
  Implementing cloud security best practices and controls
Application Security
2
- 10.0
  Securing web applications, mobile applications, and APIs
- 10.1
  Conducting application security testing: vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and code review
Compliance and Legal Aspects of Cybersecurity
2
- 11.0
  Understanding cybersecurity laws, regulations, and industry standards
- 11.1
  Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA) and industry-specific requirements
Cybersecurity Ethics and Professionalism
2
- 12.0
  Promoting ethical behavior and responsible use of cybersecurity tools and techniques
- 12.1
  Upholding professional standards and ethical principles in cybersecurity operations
Capstone Project: Cybersecurity Plan
3

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IT Professionals
Business Leaders
Students and Graduates
Security Analysts
Government and Military Personnel
Anyone Concerned About Cybersecurity

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