INTRODUCTION TO CYBERSECURITY

Overview of Cybersecurity

• Introduction to Cyber Threats and Attacks
• Importance of Cybersecurity in Modern Organizations

Basics of Information Security

• Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA Triad)
• Security Policies and Procedures
• Risk Management Fundamentals

Cryptography Fundamentals

• Introduction to Cryptography
• Symmetric and Asymmetric Cryptography
• Hash Functions and Digital Signatures

Network Security Basics

• Introduction to Network Security
• Common Network Attacks and Defenses
• Secure Network Design Principles

Secure Systems and Infrastructure

• Operating System Security
• Securing Operating Systems (Windows, Linux)
• User Authentication and Access Control
• Patch Management and Vulnerability Assessment

Secure Software Development

• Secure Coding Practices
• Threat Modeling
• Code Review and Testing Techniques

Database Security

• Database Security Fundamentals
• Access Control and Encryption
• Database Auditing and Monitoring

Cloud Security

• Introduction to Cloud Computing Security
• Securing Cloud Infrastructure and Services
• Identity and Access Management in the Cloud

Threat Detection and Incident Response

• Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)
• Introduction to IDPS
• Types of IDPS and Deployment Strategies
• IDPS Evasion Techniques

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

• SIEM Fundamentals
• Log Management and Analysis
• Correlation and Alerting

Incident Response and Handling

• Incident Response Process
• Incident Triage and Investigation
• Containment, Eradication, and Recovery

Digital Forensics

• Introduction to Digital Forensics
• Forensic Tools and Techniques
• Chain of Custody and Legal Considerations

ADVANCED CYBER SECURITY TOPICS

Threat Intelligence

• Introduction to Threat Intelligence
• Threat Intelligence Sources and Analysis
• Threat Hunting Techniques

Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

• Introduction to Penetration Testing
• Penetration Testing Methodologies
• Hands-on Penetration Testing Exercises

Web Application Security

• Common Web Application Attacks (SQL Injection, XSS)
• Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
• Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

Mobile Security

• Mobile Threat Landscape
• Securing Mobile Devices and Applications
• Mobile Device Management (MDM)

SECURITY GOVERNANCE AND COMPLIANCE

Security Governance Frameworks

• Introduction to Security Governance
• Frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, COBIT)
• Regulatory Compliance Requirements

Privacy and Data Protection

• Data Privacy Regulations (GDPR, CCPA)
• Data Classification and Handling
• Privacy by Design Principles

Security Awareness and Training

• Importance of Security Awareness
• Developing Security Awareness Programs
• Training Methods and Best Practices

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

• Business Continuity Planning (BCP)
• Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP)
• Testing and Maintenance of BCP/DRP Plans

CAPSTONE PROJECTS AND CAREER PREPARATION

Capstone Project

• Students work on a cybersecurity project applying knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course.

Career Preparation and Final Presentations

• Resume Building and Interview Skills Workshop
• Presentation of Capstone Projects
• Guidance on Career Paths in Cybersecurity