Cyber Security – The First Line of Defense in a Digital World
This course provides a foundational understanding of cyber security principles, covering the threat landscape, defensive strategies, cryptography, and the core frameworks used to protect digital assets.
The Threat Landscape
Identify common cyber threats including malware types (ransomware, worms), social engineering tactics, and the motivations behind cyber attacks.
The CIA Triad & AAA
Master the core pillars of security: Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability, alongside the AAA framework (Authentication, Authorization, Accounting).
Network Defense Mechanisms
Learn about the technologies used to secure networks, including Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and the concept of Defense in Depth.
Cryptography Essentials
Understand how data is protected through encryption (symmetric vs. asymmetric), hashing algorithms, and digital signatures.
Security Governance & Incident Response
An overview of security policies, compliance standards (NIST, GDPR), and the lifecycle of responding to a security incident.