Module 1: Introduction to CyberSecurity
Time Required: 30 Minutes
Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity
Time Required: 30 Minutes
1.1 Module outline and expected learning outcomes
- We are seeing a continual increase in global threat actor activity where companies of all sizes are being targeted on a daily basis. This is quickly becoming a challenge for cybersecurity professionals to keep up with the pace of the constantly evolving threat landscape
- This module will give you an overview of the types of roles within Cybersecurity, and what the threat landscape looks like.
- Learners will be introduced to how cybersecurity professionals keep updated on new threats and vulnerabilities, and what action is taken based on this information
1.2 Jobs in cybersecurity
- An overview of the career paths in cybersecurity and the required skills, certifications and aptitudes
- Why it’s the perfect time to start a career in cybersecurity. The demand for cybersecurity professionals has never been higher
- Attributes of cybersecurity professionals: people with curious, and analytical minds who enjoy learning, solving problems and have great integrity
- A high-level overview of what cybersecurity is. It’s not just a job within tech companies. All industries have responsibilities to protect people, processes and technology from malicious attackers
1.3 Cybersecurity around us
- Explanation of the CIA triangle
- Types of Threat Actors (Hackers)
- Understanding differences between financially motivated and state-sponsored attackers
- Types of cyber-attacks
- Case study, WannaCry and its global impact
1.4 Cybersecurity specialisms
- Cybersecurity: Day in the life of – SOC Analyst, Incident Responder, Threat Intel Analyst etc
- The functions of Red Teams, Blue Teams, Purple Teams, Security Ops Centres, and Threat Intelligence
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Module 6: Governance, Risk and Compliance
Reading Time: 2 minutes Time Required: 1.5 Hours
Module 5: Cybersecurity Tools
Reading Time: 2 minutes Time Required: 1 Hour
Module 4: Digital Forensics
Reading Time: 2 minutes Time Required: 1 Hour