Intro to Cybersecurity

Learn the essentials of cybersecurity, including core technologies used in the industry, an understanding of cybersecurity practices, and more.

This program is for learners new to the industry who want a broad understanding of what is needed to have a successful career in cybersecurity. Learn from industry experts, work on industry challenges, and prepare for the next step. Upon completion, be prepared for a career as an IT Specialist and to test for cybersecurity certification from Cisco or CompTIA.

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Intro to Cybersecurity

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12 Week Program

180 Instructor hours

Hours Per Unit

Cybersecurity 101 – 45 Hours
Cybersecurity 201 – 45 Hours
Cybersecurity Protections – 45 Hours
Preparing for a Career in Cybersecurity – 45 Hours

Prerequisites

None

Class Time Options

3 Days a week

Morning: 9AM – 11AM
Afternoon: 1PM – 3PM
Evening: 6PM – 8PM

Program Objectives

Obtain introductory knowledge of cybersecurity, including the global implications of cyber threats, the impact of cyber-attacks on industries, and why cybersecurity is a growing profession. Students will have an understanding of the ways in which networks are vulnerable to attack and Cisco’s approach to threat detection and defense.

What You Will Learn

Explain the need and importance of cybersecurity.
Explain the characteristics and value of personal data, and data within an organization
Recognize the characteristics and operation of a cyber attack.
Interpret the trends in the cyber threat landscape
Learn techniques to protect organizations from cyber attacks.
Recognize the behavior-based approach to cybersecurity.
Explain Cisco’s approach to cybersecurity
Understand legal and ethical issues in cybersecurity.
Explain the opportunities for pursuing an education and a career in cybersecurity
Introduction to different types of malware and attacks, and how organizations are protecting themselves against these attacks.
Demonstrate understanding of languages used to describe cybersecurity concepts is designed to be easily understood by learners at all levels and embedded interactive activities help reinforce comprehension.