This course is designed to cover essential topics in cyber security within a 3-month timeframe. The schedule is flexible and can be adjusted based on the pace of learning and the specific needs of the participants. The course emphasizes hands-on exercises and practical application to build skills in the field of cyber security.
Pre-requisite: Certificte in Web Design, Diploma in Web Development, Database
administration
Month 1: Introduction to Cyber Security
Week 1-2: Fundamentals of Cyber Security
- Overview of cyber threats and attacks
- Importance of cyber security in the digital age
- Key principles of information security
Week 3-4: Security Policies and Governance
- Developing and implementing security policies
- Compliance and regulatory frameworks
- Security governance and risk management
Month 2: Network Security and Incident Response
Week 5-6: Network Security
- Basics of network security
- Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and VPNs
- Securing wireless networks
Week 7-8: Incident Response and Threat Intelligence
- Creating an incident response plan
- Identifying and responding to security incidents
- Utilizing threat intelligence for proactive defense
Month 3: Application Sec
urity and Ethical Hacking
Week 9-10: Application Security
- Securing web applications
- Best practices for secure coding
- Application security testing
Week 11-12: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
- Introduction to ethical hacking
- Conducting penetration tests
- Reporting and mitigating vulnerabilities
Final Project:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive cyber security plan
- Simulate and respond to a security incident
- Presentation and review of the final project
Additional Topics Throughout the Course:
- Security awareness and training
- Mobile device security
- Emerging trends in cyber security