Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Analyze and mitigate advanced cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
- Design and implement robust security architectures for various organizational needs.
- Understand and apply advanced concepts of encryption and cryptography in securing data and communications.
- Conduct sophisticated cyber security assessments and audits.
- Develop and manage comprehensive incident response strategies and practices.
Prerequisites
- Completion of “Cyber Security Essentials” course or equivalent knowledge.
- Basic understanding of IT infrastructure and network principles.
Course Modules
Module 1: Advanced Threat Intelligence
Lessons:
- Understanding Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)
- The Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK Framework
- Intelligence Gathering and Analysis
- Threat Actors and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
Review Questions
Labs:
- Conducting Threat Intelligence with Open Source Tools
Module 2: Security Operations and Incident Management
Lessons:
- Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Solutions
- Incident Detection and Response
- Advanced Incident Handling Techniques
- Forensic Analysis and Evidence Collection
Review Questions
Labs:
- Simulating Incident Response with a SIEM Tool
- Basic Digital Forensics with Autopsy
Module 3: Advanced Network Security
Lessons:
- Deep Packet Inspection
- Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)
- Advanced Firewall and Proxy Configurations
- Securing Complex Network Architectures
Review Questions
Labs:
- Configuring a Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS)
- Advanced Firewall Configurations on Linux
Module 4: Cryptography and PKI
Lessons:
- Advanced Cryptographic Algorithms
- Implementing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
- Secure Socket Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security (TLS) Deep Dive
- Cryptographic Attacks and Defenses
Review Questions
Labs:
- Setting Up a Certificate Authority (CA)
- Implementing TLS for a Web Server
Module 5: Secure Software Development
Lessons:
- Secure Coding Practices
- Application Security Testing (Static, Dynamic, and Interactive Analysis)
- DevSecOps and Security Automation
- Remediation of Security Vulnerabilities
Review Questions
Labs:
- Using Static Application Security Testing (SAST) Tools
- Implementing Security in CI/CD Pipelines
Module 6: Cloud Security
Lessons:
- Cloud Service Models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) Security Considerations
- Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
- Identity and Access Management (IAM) in the Cloud
- Security in Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Environments
Review Questions
Labs:
- Configuring Security in AWS/Azure/GCP
- Implementing IAM Policies and Roles
Module 7: Legal, Regulations, Compliance, and Ethics
Lessons:
- Advanced Legal Frameworks and Global Cyber Laws
- Compliance Standards (ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2)
- Ethics in Cyber Security
- Navigating Privacy and Data Protection
Review Questions
Module 8: Capstone Project
A comprehensive project that challenges you to apply all the skills and knowledge acquired through the course to solve a real-world cyber security problem. This may involve conducting a full security audit, designing a secure network architecture, or developing and implementing a security policy for an organization.
Students who successfully complete the course and pass the final assessment will receive the “Cyber Security Professional” certification from Cyber Security Zone, affirming their advanced knowledge and skills in cyber security, readying them for professional roles in the industry.
