This is an ed2go Self-Paced Distance Learning Course.
Self-paced Tutorials (SPT) are designed for learners who prefer flexibility and self-guidance. You gain access to all materials, quizzes, and exams immediately upon enrollment. Courses last for 3 months and may include peer-to-peer discussions.
This course will give you the knowledge to help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is right for you. This course is designed to explore the basics of cybersecurity and the types of jobs found in the cybersecurity field.
This course explores a career in cybersecurity and reviews various topics, including cybersecurity roles, job requirements, problem-solving techniques, and cybersecurity concepts. This course will help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is something that aligns with your talents and interests and, if so, the best next steps to pursue this lucrative career path.
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Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
There are no instructional material requirements to take this course.
Getting into cybersecurity can be rewarding and lucrative! In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, information security analysts can make over $100,000 per year. This course will give you the knowledge to help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is right for you.
The course will start by introducing the basics of cybersecurity. You will learn the types of threats companies face daily and how a cybersecurity specialist can help prepare for and prevent those threats. Finally, the course will cover cybersecurity learning paths and different types of cybersecurity jobs and salaries.
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Roles and Industries
Problem Solving
Cybersecurity Basics
Types of Information Security
Common Concepts and Terminology
Types of Threats
Secure Coding
Protecting the Business
Developing a Security Awareness Program
Employment and the Future of Cybersecurity
Next Steps
What you will learn
Explore cybersecurity as a career path
Identify cybersecurity job roles and industries
Describe the soft skills that cybersecurity professionals need
Explain the threats that cyberattacks pose to modern businesses
Explain the importance of securing information
Define common cybersecurity terms and concepts
Explain the role of secure coding in preventing cyberattacks
Identify the ways that cybersecurity professionals protect a business
Describe the key elements of a security awareness program
Identify employment opportunities and career steps in the cybersecurity field
How you will benefit
Learn if a career in cybersecurity is right for you
Explore the basics of the cybersecurity industry
Discover potential career paths in the cybersecurity field
This is an ed2go Self-Paced Distance Learning Course.
Self-paced Tutorials (SPT) are designed for learners who prefer flexibility and self-guidance. You gain access to all materials, quizzes, and exams immediately upon enrollment. Courses last for 3 months and may include peer-to-peer discussions.
This introductory course is for those with little to no cybersecurity experience that want to learn more about this growing industry.
This self-paced course is designed to help you increase your knowledge of cybersecurity and technology fundamentals to fill knowledge gaps in your current role or pursue an entry-level career in this in-demand field. We answer questions around what cybersecurity is, what an operating system does and the most common types, cloud computing, and many other topics related to cybersecurity foundations.
You will have the opportunity to develop your foundational cybersecurity skills through hands-on demonstrations as you follow along with the instructor videos, learn time-saving tips to increase your efficiency, and establish best practices.
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Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 8 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
This course gives you the option of following along with the instructor on a few video-based exercises, allowing you to pause and replay until you are confident in your skillset. Should you wish to follow along, it is recommended that you have the following: Windows 10 environment, Wireshark, an AWS account (free tier), and a Windows 2016 VM (available in the AWS free tier).
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
The need for skilled cybersecurity professionals continues to grow year over year, making it a great time to enter this in-demand industry.
In this video-based learning course, you will learn fundamentals of cybersecurity such as concepts, commands, and tools from an experienced professional through lectures and follow-along demonstrations. You will also learn about cloud computing, networking, cybersecurity policy, and frameworks, as well as risk management and security auditing in a 100% online, self-paced training format.
By the completion of your course, you will have a firm understanding of cybersecurity foundations, including key concepts and best practices.
Cybersecurity Foundations
Operating Systems
Windows Command Line Foundations
Network Fundamentals
Cloud Computing Fundamentals
Cybersecurity Policy, Framework, and Guidelines
Cybersecurity Audit Foundations
Risk Management
Penetration Testing - Demonstration
What you will learn
Understand what cybersecurity entails
Identify the three most common operating systems
Execute simple commands
Learn about cloud computing and networking
Learn about cybersecurity policies, frameworks, audits, and risk management
How you will benefit
Learn if a career in cybersecurity could be right for you
Increase your baseline knowledge of foundational cybersecurity concepts
Learn tips and tricks from a working cybersecurity professional
Follow along with hands-on demonstrations to develop and practice your foundational skills
This is an ed2go Self-Paced Distance Learning Course.
Self-paced Tutorials (SPT) are designed for learners who prefer flexibility and self-guidance. You gain access to all materials, quizzes, and exams immediately upon enrollment. Courses last for 3 months and may include peer-to-peer discussions.
Learn the fundamentals of PC and network security from this expert-developed course.
Learn why you're at risk and what you can do to protect your precious personal and business data from the outside world. This online course, will quickly bring you up to speed on the fundamentals of PC and network security.
You will understand and explore the vulnerability of operating systems, software, and networks. Then, you will get into the minds of hackers and crackers, developing an understanding of the exploits they use to access your computer without your knowledge. You will find out why, where and how viruses, worms, and blended threats are created. You will learn a safe way to handle files and data across the Internet through a virtual private network. By the end of this course you will be able to install and configure a firewall to build an impenetrable moat around your computer or network.
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Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 8 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Applications must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Learn the fundamentals of PC and network security from this expert-developed course.
Introduction to PC Security
In your first lesson, you will learn both the facts and myths surrounding PC security. By the end of the lesson, you will also be able to assess your own risk, whether you're an individual or manage a network of any size. You will also perform a self-assessment to evaluate just how vulnerable you are to security flaws.
Your PC and Network
If you ever wondered what technical gurus are speaking about when they talk about LANs, WANs, VPNs, and P2P, you will find detailed answers in this lesson. Discover the basics of networks and how your PC connects to them.
PCs, Networks, and Software Demystified
Most of us don't stop to think about how a Mac can talk to a PC and vice versa. Yet, different types of machines talk to each other on a daily basis across networks. They also talk to printers, fax machines, and a host of other devices. The OSI model for network connections lets you accomplish this, and you will learn all about it in this lesson.
Viruses, Worms, Blended Threats, and More
Get ready to investigate the world of viruses, worms, and blended threats. You will learn what they are and the differences between all three. Of course, all this knowledge will also teach you how to protect yourself and your network from the hackers and crackers of the world.
The Family of Malware
This lesson introduces you to the ware family. What is the ware family? They are the products that download themselves onto your computer without your consent or knowledge—spyware, scumware, malware, and adware. You will meet them and learn all about where they live, places they frequent, and how to remove these unwelcome guests.
Exploits and Vulnerabilities
You may have heard of them: vulnerabilities, exploits, and exposure. But what are they? Have you ever wondered if someone really can control your computer without your knowledge? If you've been pondering these questions lately, then you will find your answers here, along with priceless information on protecting your computer and your network to keep your business and personal data private.
Network Attacks
Have you ever tried to access the web but received an error saying the page can't be displayed, you aren't connected, or you don't have access? Denial of Service attacks and SYN flooding are two types of network attacks that seem to go unnoticed on personal PCs and small networks. After this lesson, you will no longer be left wondering what happened to your Internet connection.
Everything You Wanted to Know About Firewalls. (Part One)
This lesson will introduce you to firewalls. Join me in this lesson, and you will soon start building an impenetrable moat around your network.
Everything You Wanted to Know About Firewalls. (Part Two)
Now that you have your moat built, it's time to arm up and defend yourself. In this lesson, you will learn how to configure your firewall and maximize your network security.
Laptops, Notebooks, Netbooks, and Wireless Networking
Laptops and wireless connectivity aren't as secure as they appear. You will understand why in this lesson.
Virtual Private Networking (VPN)
This lesson explores the Virtual Private Network and how it's different from standard networks, how it works, how to secure it, and how to set up your own. You can share files with family across the miles by allowing them to connect remotely to your designated shared folders. You can share music files, family pictures, and anything else you choose to give them access to.
The Changing Face of Security
Now that you know what's out there, how can you possibly keep on top of security issues? There's so much information out there, how will you know what applies to you? You will learn about emerging security technology that will help make managing and securing your network easier. Finally, you can test yourself against the first security assessment to see how well you've secured your own PC or network.
This is an ed2go Instructor-Led Distance Learning Course.
Instructor-led Courses (ILC) are for students who prefer a structured learning pace with instructor support. Lessons are released biweekly. These courses have fixed monthly start dates and may include peer-to-peer or instructor discussions.
This course will give you the knowledge to help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is right for you. This course is designed to explore the basics of cybersecurity and the types of jobs found in the cybersecurity field.
This course explores a career in cybersecurity and reviews various topics, including cybersecurity roles, job requirements, problem-solving techniques, and cybersecurity concepts. This course will help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is something that aligns with your talents and interests and, if so, the best next steps to pursue this lucrative career path.
Click Here For Additional Course Information
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 12 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
There are no instructional material requirements to take this course.
Introduction to Cybersecurity
This lesson will introduce the course and give you an overview of cybersecurity and its major components. You will dive into the history and evolution of cybersecurity so you can see how it has grown throughout the years to become a significant business and technology concern. Finally, as you consider a career in cybersecurity, it is essential to understand what education and experience you will need, so you will take a look at those and other requirements, too.
Cybersecurity Roles and Industries
In this lesson, you will learn about the various roles in cybersecurity that you may take on in an organization. You will also examine the industries where cybersecurity is particularly important as well as why it is so important. Then, you will get the scoop on the types of roles and industries you may want to pursue when you enter cybersecurity.
Problem Solving
Although you may think of cybersecurity as a purely technical field, cybersecurity professionals also need essential soft skills. We will dive into the important communication skills required when dealing with clients, employees, management, and outside groups. In your cybersecurity career, you will most likely be working on teams, so we will look at teams in the workplace and how important team skills are. We will learn the characteristics of a problem solver. Lastly, you will explore the troubleshooting process and why it is important to follow the steps to identify a problem and correct it now and prevent it in the future.
Cybersecurity Basics
This lesson will look at the different kinds of cybersecurity risks companies face. You will explore the tools and the data used to discover, identify, and mitigate attack threats. We will take a look at cybersecurity laws and regulations, why they exist, and how they impact cybersecurity.
Types of Information Security
Hackers and other bad actors can attack various levels of public and private computing. In this lesson, we dive into types of information security that affect all of us, from critical infrastructure vital to the operation of the country to corporate networks, the cloud, and even appliances in our homes through the Internet of Things. We will define critical infrastructure security and explore its parts. We will look at how security works in different areas to help secure our infrastructure. Next, we will examine other ways to protect the things that make our lives easier—and that people often do not realize need protecting.
Common Concepts and Terminology
In this lesson, we will explore the common concepts in cybersecurity and the specialized terminology its professionals use. We will dive into cryptography by defining and showing examples and how it is used. Next, we will explore why obfuscation is important in cybersecurity and the differences between threats and vulnerabilities. Smart businesses have a plan for when attacks happen, so we will look at Incident Response Plans, how they are created, and what they should contain. Finally, we will examine Identity and Access Management (IAM) and the IAM framework—authentication, authorization, and accounting.
Types of Threats
This lesson will teach you about the types of threats companies face as they do their day-to-day work. After learning about the types of threats, we will examine how they happen and, most importantly, how they can be avoided. Not every threat is malicious; sometimes unwitting employees inadvertently give away information or an unsuspecting person bites on a phishing attempt. We will explore social engineering by defining it, giving examples, and learning about the four steps of the social engineering process.
Secure Coding
While you don't need to be a programmer to be a cybersecurity professional, coding is important in protecting software from hackers. This lesson will deliver the goods on secure coding. You will first learn why it is crucial and see the qualities of secure coding. Next, you will look at frameworks created to give developers a process for implementing secure coding in both new and older applications. Finally, you will take a look at secure coding framework examples.
Protecting the Business
In this lesson, we will learn about cybersecurity from the perspective of the company or organization. We will explore how companies respond to attacks, and know how companies try to ensure their organization will recover from an attack after surviving and dealing with it. Then, we will revisit the various types of data important to businesses and how companies can protect that data. This is where cybersecurity specialists really shine!
Developing a Security Awareness Program
In this lesson, we will explore cybersecurity in business. You will learn about security awareness and how to bring it to employees of a company, including how to develop a good Security Awareness Program (SAP). We will explore how to create a good security culture as well as a cybersecurity culture. These cultures are essential because when security is relevant to everyone in the company, they will participate in the process of cybersecurity for the company.
Employment and the Future of Cybersecurity
In this lesson, you will look at employment prospects and the future expectations for cybersecurity employment. You will explore some strategies to identify positions in the cybersecurity field that are best suited for a new cybersecurity employee. Since cybersecurity is a large profession with many different positions, it is important to home in on attributes important to you in a job and learn how to find the job best suited to you. Next, you will explore remote work and how it relates to a cybersecurity specialist. You will examine the benefits and challenges of working remotely for both an employee and the business. Finally, you will dive into the projected growth of cybersecurity and specific sub-areas where the most significant job growth is expected to occur.
Next Steps
As we wrap up the course, we will look at the best education paths, various cybersecurity certifications, and degrees that are in demand for different cybersecurity specialties. You will learn about the importance of and the types of continuing education. Finally, you will explore how to catch a company's attention with specific and highly developed resumes and cover letters to help you land a job.
What you will learn
Explore cybersecurity as a career path
Identify cybersecurity job roles and industries
Describe the soft skills that cybersecurity professionals need
Explain the threats that cyberattacks pose to modern businesses
Explain the importance of securing information
Define common cybersecurity terms and concepts
Explain the role of secure coding in preventing cyberattacks
Identify the ways that cybersecurity professionals protect a business
Describe the key elements of a security awareness program
Identify employment opportunities and career steps in the cybersecurity field
How you will benefit
Learn if a career in cybersecurity is right for you
Explore the basics of the cybersecurity industry
Discover potential career paths in the cybersecurity field
Sara Perrott
Sara Perrott has been working in the information technology field for 20+ years and has devoted the last 10 of those to focusing on cybersecurity. She is a published author, a former college professor, and is passionate about teaching the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Sara has an MS in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from WGU Washington and a BS in Information Systems Security from the University of Phoenix.
This is an ed2go Instructor-Led Distance Learning Course.
Instructor-led Courses (ILC) are for students who prefer a structured learning pace with instructor support. Lessons are released biweekly. These courses have fixed monthly start dates and may include peer-to-peer or instructor discussions.
This course will give you the knowledge to help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is right for you. This course is designed to explore the basics of cybersecurity and the types of jobs found in the cybersecurity field.
This course explores a career in cybersecurity and reviews various topics, including cybersecurity roles, job requirements, problem-solving techniques, and cybersecurity concepts. This course will help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is something that aligns with your talents and interests and, if so, the best next steps to pursue this lucrative career path.
Click Here For Additional Course Information
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 12 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
There are no instructional material requirements to take this course.
Introduction to Cybersecurity
This lesson will introduce the course and give you an overview of cybersecurity and its major components. You will dive into the history and evolution of cybersecurity so you can see how it has grown throughout the years to become a significant business and technology concern. Finally, as you consider a career in cybersecurity, it is essential to understand what education and experience you will need, so you will take a look at those and other requirements, too.
Cybersecurity Roles and Industries
In this lesson, you will learn about the various roles in cybersecurity that you may take on in an organization. You will also examine the industries where cybersecurity is particularly important as well as why it is so important. Then, you will get the scoop on the types of roles and industries you may want to pursue when you enter cybersecurity.
Problem Solving
Although you may think of cybersecurity as a purely technical field, cybersecurity professionals also need essential soft skills. We will dive into the important communication skills required when dealing with clients, employees, management, and outside groups. In your cybersecurity career, you will most likely be working on teams, so we will look at teams in the workplace and how important team skills are. We will learn the characteristics of a problem solver. Lastly, you will explore the troubleshooting process and why it is important to follow the steps to identify a problem and correct it now and prevent it in the future.
Cybersecurity Basics
This lesson will look at the different kinds of cybersecurity risks companies face. You will explore the tools and the data used to discover, identify, and mitigate attack threats. We will take a look at cybersecurity laws and regulations, why they exist, and how they impact cybersecurity.
Types of Information Security
Hackers and other bad actors can attack various levels of public and private computing. In this lesson, we dive into types of information security that affect all of us, from critical infrastructure vital to the operation of the country to corporate networks, the cloud, and even appliances in our homes through the Internet of Things. We will define critical infrastructure security and explore its parts. We will look at how security works in different areas to help secure our infrastructure. Next, we will examine other ways to protect the things that make our lives easier—and that people often do not realize need protecting.
Common Concepts and Terminology
In this lesson, we will explore the common concepts in cybersecurity and the specialized terminology its professionals use. We will dive into cryptography by defining and showing examples and how it is used. Next, we will explore why obfuscation is important in cybersecurity and the differences between threats and vulnerabilities. Smart businesses have a plan for when attacks happen, so we will look at Incident Response Plans, how they are created, and what they should contain. Finally, we will examine Identity and Access Management (IAM) and the IAM framework—authentication, authorization, and accounting.
Types of Threats
This lesson will teach you about the types of threats companies face as they do their day-to-day work. After learning about the types of threats, we will examine how they happen and, most importantly, how they can be avoided. Not every threat is malicious; sometimes unwitting employees inadvertently give away information or an unsuspecting person bites on a phishing attempt. We will explore social engineering by defining it, giving examples, and learning about the four steps of the social engineering process.
Secure Coding
While you don't need to be a programmer to be a cybersecurity professional, coding is important in protecting software from hackers. This lesson will deliver the goods on secure coding. You will first learn why it is crucial and see the qualities of secure coding. Next, you will look at frameworks created to give developers a process for implementing secure coding in both new and older applications. Finally, you will take a look at secure coding framework examples.
Protecting the Business
In this lesson, we will learn about cybersecurity from the perspective of the company or organization. We will explore how companies respond to attacks, and know how companies try to ensure their organization will recover from an attack after surviving and dealing with it. Then, we will revisit the various types of data important to businesses and how companies can protect that data. This is where cybersecurity specialists really shine!
Developing a Security Awareness Program
In this lesson, we will explore cybersecurity in business. You will learn about security awareness and how to bring it to employees of a company, including how to develop a good Security Awareness Program (SAP). We will explore how to create a good security culture as well as a cybersecurity culture. These cultures are essential because when security is relevant to everyone in the company, they will participate in the process of cybersecurity for the company.
Employment and the Future of Cybersecurity
In this lesson, you will look at employment prospects and the future expectations for cybersecurity employment. You will explore some strategies to identify positions in the cybersecurity field that are best suited for a new cybersecurity employee. Since cybersecurity is a large profession with many different positions, it is important to home in on attributes important to you in a job and learn how to find the job best suited to you. Next, you will explore remote work and how it relates to a cybersecurity specialist. You will examine the benefits and challenges of working remotely for both an employee and the business. Finally, you will dive into the projected growth of cybersecurity and specific sub-areas where the most significant job growth is expected to occur.
Next Steps
As we wrap up the course, we will look at the best education paths, various cybersecurity certifications, and degrees that are in demand for different cybersecurity specialties. You will learn about the importance of and the types of continuing education. Finally, you will explore how to catch a company's attention with specific and highly developed resumes and cover letters to help you land a job.
What you will learn
Explore cybersecurity as a career path
Identify cybersecurity job roles and industries
Describe the soft skills that cybersecurity professionals need
Explain the threats that cyberattacks pose to modern businesses
Explain the importance of securing information
Define common cybersecurity terms and concepts
Explain the role of secure coding in preventing cyberattacks
Identify the ways that cybersecurity professionals protect a business
Describe the key elements of a security awareness program
Identify employment opportunities and career steps in the cybersecurity field
How you will benefit
Learn if a career in cybersecurity is right for you
Explore the basics of the cybersecurity industry
Discover potential career paths in the cybersecurity field
Sara Perrott
Sara Perrott has been working in the information technology field for 20+ years and has devoted the last 10 of those to focusing on cybersecurity. She is a published author, a former college professor, and is passionate about teaching the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Sara has an MS in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from WGU Washington and a BS in Information Systems Security from the University of Phoenix.
This is an ed2go Instructor-Led Distance Learning Course.
Instructor-led Courses (ILC) are for students who prefer a structured learning pace with instructor support. Lessons are released biweekly. These courses have fixed monthly start dates and may include peer-to-peer or instructor discussions.
This course will give you the knowledge to help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is right for you. This course is designed to explore the basics of cybersecurity and the types of jobs found in the cybersecurity field.
This course explores a career in cybersecurity and reviews various topics, including cybersecurity roles, job requirements, problem-solving techniques, and cybersecurity concepts. This course will help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is something that aligns with your talents and interests and, if so, the best next steps to pursue this lucrative career path.
Click Here For Additional Course Information
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 12 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
There are no instructional material requirements to take this course.
Introduction to Cybersecurity
This lesson will introduce the course and give you an overview of cybersecurity and its major components. You will dive into the history and evolution of cybersecurity so you can see how it has grown throughout the years to become a significant business and technology concern. Finally, as you consider a career in cybersecurity, it is essential to understand what education and experience you will need, so you will take a look at those and other requirements, too.
Cybersecurity Roles and Industries
In this lesson, you will learn about the various roles in cybersecurity that you may take on in an organization. You will also examine the industries where cybersecurity is particularly important as well as why it is so important. Then, you will get the scoop on the types of roles and industries you may want to pursue when you enter cybersecurity.
Problem Solving
Although you may think of cybersecurity as a purely technical field, cybersecurity professionals also need essential soft skills. We will dive into the important communication skills required when dealing with clients, employees, management, and outside groups. In your cybersecurity career, you will most likely be working on teams, so we will look at teams in the workplace and how important team skills are. We will learn the characteristics of a problem solver. Lastly, you will explore the troubleshooting process and why it is important to follow the steps to identify a problem and correct it now and prevent it in the future.
Cybersecurity Basics
This lesson will look at the different kinds of cybersecurity risks companies face. You will explore the tools and the data used to discover, identify, and mitigate attack threats. We will take a look at cybersecurity laws and regulations, why they exist, and how they impact cybersecurity.
Types of Information Security
Hackers and other bad actors can attack various levels of public and private computing. In this lesson, we dive into types of information security that affect all of us, from critical infrastructure vital to the operation of the country to corporate networks, the cloud, and even appliances in our homes through the Internet of Things. We will define critical infrastructure security and explore its parts. We will look at how security works in different areas to help secure our infrastructure. Next, we will examine other ways to protect the things that make our lives easier—and that people often do not realize need protecting.
Common Concepts and Terminology
In this lesson, we will explore the common concepts in cybersecurity and the specialized terminology its professionals use. We will dive into cryptography by defining and showing examples and how it is used. Next, we will explore why obfuscation is important in cybersecurity and the differences between threats and vulnerabilities. Smart businesses have a plan for when attacks happen, so we will look at Incident Response Plans, how they are created, and what they should contain. Finally, we will examine Identity and Access Management (IAM) and the IAM framework—authentication, authorization, and accounting.
Types of Threats
This lesson will teach you about the types of threats companies face as they do their day-to-day work. After learning about the types of threats, we will examine how they happen and, most importantly, how they can be avoided. Not every threat is malicious; sometimes unwitting employees inadvertently give away information or an unsuspecting person bites on a phishing attempt. We will explore social engineering by defining it, giving examples, and learning about the four steps of the social engineering process.
Secure Coding
While you don't need to be a programmer to be a cybersecurity professional, coding is important in protecting software from hackers. This lesson will deliver the goods on secure coding. You will first learn why it is crucial and see the qualities of secure coding. Next, you will look at frameworks created to give developers a process for implementing secure coding in both new and older applications. Finally, you will take a look at secure coding framework examples.
Protecting the Business
In this lesson, we will learn about cybersecurity from the perspective of the company or organization. We will explore how companies respond to attacks, and know how companies try to ensure their organization will recover from an attack after surviving and dealing with it. Then, we will revisit the various types of data important to businesses and how companies can protect that data. This is where cybersecurity specialists really shine!
Developing a Security Awareness Program
In this lesson, we will explore cybersecurity in business. You will learn about security awareness and how to bring it to employees of a company, including how to develop a good Security Awareness Program (SAP). We will explore how to create a good security culture as well as a cybersecurity culture. These cultures are essential because when security is relevant to everyone in the company, they will participate in the process of cybersecurity for the company.
Employment and the Future of Cybersecurity
In this lesson, you will look at employment prospects and the future expectations for cybersecurity employment. You will explore some strategies to identify positions in the cybersecurity field that are best suited for a new cybersecurity employee. Since cybersecurity is a large profession with many different positions, it is important to home in on attributes important to you in a job and learn how to find the job best suited to you. Next, you will explore remote work and how it relates to a cybersecurity specialist. You will examine the benefits and challenges of working remotely for both an employee and the business. Finally, you will dive into the projected growth of cybersecurity and specific sub-areas where the most significant job growth is expected to occur.
Next Steps
As we wrap up the course, we will look at the best education paths, various cybersecurity certifications, and degrees that are in demand for different cybersecurity specialties. You will learn about the importance of and the types of continuing education. Finally, you will explore how to catch a company's attention with specific and highly developed resumes and cover letters to help you land a job.
What you will learn
Explore cybersecurity as a career path
Identify cybersecurity job roles and industries
Describe the soft skills that cybersecurity professionals need
Explain the threats that cyberattacks pose to modern businesses
Explain the importance of securing information
Define common cybersecurity terms and concepts
Explain the role of secure coding in preventing cyberattacks
Identify the ways that cybersecurity professionals protect a business
Describe the key elements of a security awareness program
Identify employment opportunities and career steps in the cybersecurity field
How you will benefit
Learn if a career in cybersecurity is right for you
Explore the basics of the cybersecurity industry
Discover potential career paths in the cybersecurity field
Sara Perrott
Sara Perrott has been working in the information technology field for 20+ years and has devoted the last 10 of those to focusing on cybersecurity. She is a published author, a former college professor, and is passionate about teaching the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Sara has an MS in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from WGU Washington and a BS in Information Systems Security from the University of Phoenix.
This is an ed2go Instructor-Led Distance Learning Course.
Instructor-led Courses (ILC) are for students who prefer a structured learning pace with instructor support. Lessons are released biweekly. These courses have fixed monthly start dates and may include peer-to-peer or instructor discussions.
This course will give you the knowledge to help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is right for you. This course is designed to explore the basics of cybersecurity and the types of jobs found in the cybersecurity field.
This course explores a career in cybersecurity and reviews various topics, including cybersecurity roles, job requirements, problem-solving techniques, and cybersecurity concepts. This course will help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is something that aligns with your talents and interests and, if so, the best next steps to pursue this lucrative career path.
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Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 12 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.
Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
There are no instructional material requirements to take this course.
Introduction to Cybersecurity
This lesson will introduce the course and give you an overview of cybersecurity and its major components. You will dive into the history and evolution of cybersecurity so you can see how it has grown throughout the years to become a significant business and technology concern. Finally, as you consider a career in cybersecurity, it is essential to understand what education and experience you will need, so you will take a look at those and other requirements, too.
Cybersecurity Roles and Industries
In this lesson, you will learn about the various roles in cybersecurity that you may take on in an organization. You will also examine the industries where cybersecurity is particularly important as well as why it is so important. Then, you will get the scoop on the types of roles and industries you may want to pursue when you enter cybersecurity.
Problem Solving
Although you may think of cybersecurity as a purely technical field, cybersecurity professionals also need essential soft skills. We will dive into the important communication skills required when dealing with clients, employees, management, and outside groups. In your cybersecurity career, you will most likely be working on teams, so we will look at teams in the workplace and how important team skills are. We will learn the characteristics of a problem solver. Lastly, you will explore the troubleshooting process and why it is important to follow the steps to identify a problem and correct it now and prevent it in the future.
Cybersecurity Basics
This lesson will look at the different kinds of cybersecurity risks companies face. You will explore the tools and the data used to discover, identify, and mitigate attack threats. We will take a look at cybersecurity laws and regulations, why they exist, and how they impact cybersecurity.
Types of Information Security
Hackers and other bad actors can attack various levels of public and private computing. In this lesson, we dive into types of information security that affect all of us, from critical infrastructure vital to the operation of the country to corporate networks, the cloud, and even appliances in our homes through the Internet of Things. We will define critical infrastructure security and explore its parts. We will look at how security works in different areas to help secure our infrastructure. Next, we will examine other ways to protect the things that make our lives easier—and that people often do not realize need protecting.
Common Concepts and Terminology
In this lesson, we will explore the common concepts in cybersecurity and the specialized terminology its professionals use. We will dive into cryptography by defining and showing examples and how it is used. Next, we will explore why obfuscation is important in cybersecurity and the differences between threats and vulnerabilities. Smart businesses have a plan for when attacks happen, so we will look at Incident Response Plans, how they are created, and what they should contain. Finally, we will examine Identity and Access Management (IAM) and the IAM framework—authentication, authorization, and accounting.
Types of Threats
This lesson will teach you about the types of threats companies face as they do their day-to-day work. After learning about the types of threats, we will examine how they happen and, most importantly, how they can be avoided. Not every threat is malicious; sometimes unwitting employees inadvertently give away information or an unsuspecting person bites on a phishing attempt. We will explore social engineering by defining it, giving examples, and learning about the four steps of the social engineering process.
Secure Coding
While you don't need to be a programmer to be a cybersecurity professional, coding is important in protecting software from hackers. This lesson will deliver the goods on secure coding. You will first learn why it is crucial and see the qualities of secure coding. Next, you will look at frameworks created to give developers a process for implementing secure coding in both new and older applications. Finally, you will take a look at secure coding framework examples.
Protecting the Business
In this lesson, we will learn about cybersecurity from the perspective of the company or organization. We will explore how companies respond to attacks, and know how companies try to ensure their organization will recover from an attack after surviving and dealing with it. Then, we will revisit the various types of data important to businesses and how companies can protect that data. This is where cybersecurity specialists really shine!
Developing a Security Awareness Program
In this lesson, we will explore cybersecurity in business. You will learn about security awareness and how to bring it to employees of a company, including how to develop a good Security Awareness Program (SAP). We will explore how to create a good security culture as well as a cybersecurity culture. These cultures are essential because when security is relevant to everyone in the company, they will participate in the process of cybersecurity for the company.
Employment and the Future of Cybersecurity
In this lesson, you will look at employment prospects and the future expectations for cybersecurity employment. You will explore some strategies to identify positions in the cybersecurity field that are best suited for a new cybersecurity employee. Since cybersecurity is a large profession with many different positions, it is important to home in on attributes important to you in a job and learn how to find the job best suited to you. Next, you will explore remote work and how it relates to a cybersecurity specialist. You will examine the benefits and challenges of working remotely for both an employee and the business. Finally, you will dive into the projected growth of cybersecurity and specific sub-areas where the most significant job growth is expected to occur.
Next Steps
As we wrap up the course, we will look at the best education paths, various cybersecurity certifications, and degrees that are in demand for different cybersecurity specialties. You will learn about the importance of and the types of continuing education. Finally, you will explore how to catch a company's attention with specific and highly developed resumes and cover letters to help you land a job.
What you will learn
Explore cybersecurity as a career path
Identify cybersecurity job roles and industries
Describe the soft skills that cybersecurity professionals need
Explain the threats that cyberattacks pose to modern businesses
Explain the importance of securing information
Define common cybersecurity terms and concepts
Explain the role of secure coding in preventing cyberattacks
Identify the ways that cybersecurity professionals protect a business
Describe the key elements of a security awareness program
Identify employment opportunities and career steps in the cybersecurity field
How you will benefit
Learn if a career in cybersecurity is right for you
Explore the basics of the cybersecurity industry
Discover potential career paths in the cybersecurity field
Sara Perrott
Sara Perrott has been working in the information technology field for 20+ years and has devoted the last 10 of those to focusing on cybersecurity. She is a published author, a former college professor, and is passionate about teaching the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Sara has an MS in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from WGU Washington and a BS in Information Systems Security from the University of Phoenix.
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This is an ed2go Instructor-Led Distance Learning Course.
This course will give you the knowledge to help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is right for you. This course is designed to explore the basics of cybersecurity and the types of jobs found in the cybersecurity field.
