Specialization - 12 course series
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Establishes foundational understanding of Generative AI, LLMs, diffusion models, and real-world applications.
Tools / Technologies: Python, Google Colab
Assignments : Write a brief on Generative AI use cases; explore demo tools
Networking Fundamentals
Covers networking basics, protocols (TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS), and network architecture.
Tools / Technologies : Wireshark, Cisco Packet Tracer
Assignments : Analyze network traffic; create basic network diagrams
Operating System Security
Focuses on Linux & Windows security, file systems, permissions, and hardening basics.
Tools / Technologies : Linux CLI, Windows Security Tools
Assignments : Perform system hardening checklist
Cryptography Basics
Introduces encryption, hashing, digital signatures, and secure communication.
Tools / Technologies : OpenSSL, Hash tools
Assignments : Implement basic encryption/decryption tasks
Web Application Security
Covers common vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10), SQL injection, XSS, CSRF.
Tools : Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP
Outcome : Identify vulnerabilities in a demo web app
Ethical Hacking Fundamentals
Introduces penetration testing methodology, reconnaissance, and scanning.
Tools : Nmap, Recon-ng
Outcome: Perform basic network scanning and reporting
Vulnerability Assessment
Focuses on identifying and assessing system vulnerabilities.
Tools : Nessus (or OpenVAS)
Outcome : Conduct vulnerability scan and report findings
Exploitation Basics
Covers exploitation techniques and tools in a controlled lab environment.
Tools : Metasploit Framework
Outcome : Perform guided exploit in lab and document steps
Network Security
Covers firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, and network defense strategies.
Tools : - pfSense, Snort
Outcome: Configure firewall rules and simulate attacks
Security Operations & Incident Response
Introduces monitoring, logging, SIEM basics, and incident response workflows.
Tools : Splunk (intro), ELK Stack
Outcome : Analyze logs and create incident report
Cloud & Application Security
Covers basics of cloud security, IAM, and securing applications.
Tools : AWS (basic), Azure (intro)
Outcome : Secure a sample cloud deployment
Capstone Project & Career Development
End-to-end security assessment project and portfolio building.
Tools : - All tools integrated, GitHub
Outcome: Perform security audit; submit report and presentation
Cyber Security
Curriculum
LEVEL:
Beginner to Intermediate
FOCUS :
Core IT, Cloud Fundamentals, and Hands-on Cloud Deployment Skills
GOAL:
Prepare learners for foundational cloud roles and certifications (AWS CCP, AZ-900, GCP Digital Leader)
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