Cyber Security Fundamentals

Prerequisite

Minimum Undergrad, Having PC/Laptop ( at least average specifications )

Course Description

Protecting sensitive data and important systems from online threats falls under the domain of CyberSecurity. Cybersecurity measures are intended to counter attacks onnetworks, systems, and applications, whether those threats come from within or outside of an organization. In order for users, apps, and devices to work securely, a secure infrastructure must be built and maintained. This is done with the help of cybersecurity experts. This course is intended to be the first step for a student into the World of CyberSecurity.

What you will learn

This course provides a solid foundation in cyber security fundamentals. You'll explore various types of cyber attacks and their impact on organizations. Gain essential knowledge of Network Basics, Security, and Protocols to protect network infrastructures. Understand how Security Operations Centers (SOC) detect and respond to threats. Discover principles and methodologies of Ethical Hacking and the importance of Active Directory user identity and access management. By the end, you'll be equipped with essential skills to pursue further studies or embarking career in the dynamic field of cyber security

Course Outline

• Week 1

  • Introduction to the Course and Instructor, Scope and Need of Cybersecurity, Job opportunities in Cyber World, Job roles in Cybersecurity, Explanation of CIA Triad, Building LinkedIn Profile

• Week 2

  • What are Blue & Red Teams, Explain SOC, Different job roles in SOC, Explain Privacy, Define different Security Controls, Describe Authentication & Its methods Explain Authorization

• Week 3

  • Explain Threat & Vulnerability, Discuss different types of attacks, TryHackMe Exercise

• Week 4

  • What is Risk and Ways to manage risk, Business continuity, Disaster Recovery, HA and Load balancing, Quiz-1

• Week 5

  • Explain Defense in depth, Define Separation of Duties, Concept of Privileged Access, Access Control, Discuss ( MAC, DAC, and RBAC )

• Week 6

  • Importance of Network Security, What is Network and Networking, Practice TryHackMe Module, What is ( IP, Port, and MAC ), Discuss OSI and TCP model

• Week 7

  • Discuss TCP and UDP, Discuss ( DNS, FTP, RDP, SSH) Discuss common protocols, Discuss Wireless networks, Define VPN/Proxy

• Week 8

  • Discuss ( DMZ, Network Segmentation, and Firewall ), Discuss Cloud Computing, Quiz-8

• Week 9

  • Discuss SIEM, Discuss ( IDS and IPS EDR / MDR / XDR ), Discuss external learning resource including famous international certifications

• Week 10

  • Log Analysis, Windows Event IDs, Practice TryHackMe Exercise, Discuss Frameworks ( MITRE and CKC )

• Week 11

  • Discuss Basics and Fundamentals of Windows and Linux Architecture

• Week 12

  • Discuss Active Directory and essential concepts linked to it

Grading Criteria

Particulars	Marks (%)
Quizzes	20
Class Participation/ Attendance	15
Projects	25
Final Projects	40
Total	100