Understand how attackers think and how defenses are built
This course provides an overview of the field of information security. It covers the fundamental concepts and principles of information security, including topics such as risk management, cryptography, network security, and cyber threats. The course also explores the legal and ethical issues related to information security and introduces students to the tools and technologies used to secure information systems. Throughout the course, students will develop an understanding of the importance of information security in today's digital world, and learn how to identify and protect against potential security threats.This course examines cyber threat actors, attack vectors, and defensive mechanisms in depth. Students explore malware, social engineering, network-based attacks, and insider threats, along with corresponding detection and mitigation techniques. The course emphasizes understanding attacker behavior to design effective defenses and introduces threat intelligence concepts.
Intermediate learners
This module provides an introduction to the concept of information security and its importance in protecting sensitive data and systems.
This module covers the various types of threats that organizations face, such as cyber-attacks, data breaches, and insider threats.
This module discusses the principles of secure network design and the steps that organizations can take to protect their networks from external threats (e.g., firewall configuration, network segmentation, and network monitoring).
This module introduces the principles of cryptography, including symmetric and asymmetric key algorithms, and explains how cryptographic techniques are used to protect data.
This module covers the methods and technologies used to control access to systems and data, including authentication, authorization, and identity management.
This module discusses the steps that organizations should take in the event of a security breach or other incident. It also discusses the importance of having a plan in place to recover from disasters and maintain business operations in the event of an interruption.
This module covers the various laws and regulations that organizations must adhere to in order to protect sensitive data and ensure the security of their systems.
This module examines the process of identifying and mitigating risks to an organization's information assets.
This module introduces a layered approach to infosec, and covers the importance of educating employees about information security and the role they play in protecting sensitive data. It also discusses the measures that organizations can take to protect their physical assets, such as facilities, equipment, and data centers.
Upon successful completion, learners will demonstrate: