By the end of the program, participants will have acquired these learning outcomes, enabling them to apply their skills and knowledge in various job roles such as security analyst, incident responder, network administrator, forensic investigator, and vulnerability assessment and penetration testing analyst.
• Understanding of Information Security: Learners will gain a solid understanding of information security principles, the importance of confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and how to apply these principles to protect systems and data.
• Proficiency in Virtualization Technologies: Participants will acquire practical knowledge of virtualization technologies, including the ability to install and configure virtual environments for testing and experimentation purposes.
• Mastery of Network Fundamentals: Learners will develop a strong foundation in networking concepts, protocols, and models, and will be able to analyze network traffic using tools like Packet Tracker and Wireshark.
• Competence in Operating Systems: Participants will gain proficiency in managing Windows operating systems, including user and group management, server roles, and group policy administration. They will also acquire skills in Linux operations, including file system management, package management, and network configuration.
• Scripting and Automation Skills: The program equips learners with scripting skills using PowerShell, enabling them to automate administrative tasks and perform security-related tasks efficiently.
• Understanding of Cloud Security: Participants will gain knowledge of cloud computing models, their security considerations, and practical experience with Azure services and tools.
• Expertise in Security Operations Center (SOC) Services: Learners will acquire knowledge of SOC types, rules, playbooks, and IP investigation techniques using public tools.
• Proficiency in Incident Response Planning: Participants will develop the skills necessary to create and implement incident response plans, effectively detect and respond to security incidents, and conduct forensic investigations.
• Ability to Analyze Logs and Perform Investigations: Learners will gain expertise in log analysis, dynamic and static analysis techniques, and endpoint detection and response. They will also acquire skills in vulnerability management and detection.
• Competence in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Systems: Participants will gain practical experience in log collection, analysis, and dashboard creation using SIEM tools like Wazuh.
• Understanding of Web Application Security and Data Loss Prevention: The program covers topics such as web application firewalls (WAF), Mod Security, data loss prevention techniques, and investigating data leakage incidents.
• Proficiency in Digital Forensics: Learners will gain knowledge and skills in evidence handling, file system analysis, malware analysis (static and dynamic), memory forensics, network forensics, and forensic reporting.
• Programming Skills: The program introduces programming concepts, including control flow, functions, and object-oriented programming, providing learners with a solid foundation in programming languages relevant to cyber security.