Cybersecurity refers to the protection of hardware, software, and data from attackers.
The primary purpose of cyber security is to protect against cyberattacks like accessing, changing, or destroying sensitive information.
Cyber Security is a process that's designed to protect networks and devices from external threats. Businesses typically employ Cyber Security professionals to protect their confidential information, maintain employee productivity, and enhance customer confidence in products and services.
Computer Hardware and Network Management
Operating Systems (OS)
Basics of Cyber Crimes
Basics of Information Security (ICBIS)
Advance Vulnerability Analysis & Penetration Testing
Anyone who is interested in the field or wants to upgrade their existing skills can pursue a professional certification course in cybersecurity.
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The demand for cybersecurity project management is on the rise due to increasing cyber threats, regulatory requirements, and the need for organizations to secure their digital assets. Cybersecurity project managers play a crucial role in ensuring that security initiatives are effectively planned, executed, and monitored. They bridge the gap between technical teams and business goals, making sure that cybersecurity measures align with organizational objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of both cybersecurity principles and project management methodologies, making it essential for any organization looking to bolster its defense against cyber threats.
Monitors and responds to security incidents, analyzes vulnerabilities, and implements security measures.
Advises organizations on security best practices, risk management, and compliance with regulations.
Develops and designs comprehensive security strategies and frameworks for protecting an organization’s IT infrastructure.
Creates and maintains software solutions to protect against cyber threats and enhance security measures.
Develops and delivers training programs to educate employees about cybersecurity best practices and awareness.
Ans : Cybersecurity is crucial to safeguard sensitive information, prevent financial losses, maintain trust, protect privacy, and ensure the integrity of systems and data in an increasingly digital world.
Ans : The cybersecurity field offers diverse career paths, including roles such as cybersecurity analyst, ethical hacker, security architect, incident responder, penetration tester, and more, with increasing demand due to the growing threatscape.
Ans : Skills include technical abilities like network security, cryptography, risk assessment, and knowledge of security tools, along with soft skills like problem-solving, communication, and a deep understanding of the threat landscape with sound knowledge of hardware, networking and operating systems.
Ans :Cybersecurity is relevant across various industries such as finance, healthcare, government, energy, retail, and more, protecting critical systems and sensitive data unique to each sector.
Cybersecurity Skills in great demand
Huge 30% Demand-Supply gap in cybersecurity talent
20-25k unfilled cybersecurity profiles in India as on date
Cybercrime to cost the world $ 10.5 trillion annually by 2025.
As per Data Security Council of India, nearly one million cybersecurity professionals will be required by 2025
As per McKinsey's Report, global Cyber Security market will reach USD 1.5 Trillion to USD 2.0 Trillion.
There will be 35 lacs unfilled cybersecurity jobs globally by 2025 and will be growing due to increase in cybercrime.
Introduction to computers, evolution of computers, types of computers.
Computer hardware components, CPU architecture, Motherboard and expansion cards, input and output devices.
Memory (RAM, ROM) types and functions.
Introduction to networking, topology Types of network – LAN, WAN, Internet, Network topologies.
OSI Model and different layers, Functions and services of layers.
Network devices – routers, switches, hubs, modems, access points, Network Interfaces (NICs) and cables (Ethernet, fiber optic, wireless).
Basics of network protocols and standard, TCP/IP model and OSI model, Common networking protocols (TCP, UDP, IP, HTTP, FTP, DNS).
IPv4 vs. IPv6 addressing, IP addressing schemes (subnetting, CIDR notation), Private vs. public IP addresses.
What is firewall, types of firewalls, Function and features of firewall.
Introduction to VPN technologies, Types of VPN.
Introduction storage & backups, Types of backups.
Storage technologies (DAS, NAS, SAN, Cloud), Introduction to RAID technology and its usage, Types of RAID levels and its benefits.
Functions of OS, Types of OS, User Interface – CLI & GUI
Prepare installation media, Installation type and process, Partitions and Format drives, Installation of device drives and updates, Install Applications, Backup your system.
Using tools to manage system settings and troubleshoot issues, Control Panel, Settings App, Task Manager, File Explorer, Disk Management, Device Manager, Performance Monitor, System Configuration (msconfig), Task Scheduler, Windows Update.
Network setup and configuration, Network discovery and sharing, Workgroup or domain network environment, network troubleshooting and diagnostics.
User account creation, User account configuration, User account management, User rights and permissions, User Authentication & Authorization, User account deletion.
Installation wizard, Installation options, Register or Activate the application, Check for updates, Configuration of Application settings, Uninstalling applications.
Directory service, Domain-based authentication, Centralized management, Group-policy management, Single sign-on (SSO), Trust Relationships.
Install and configure AD & DNS for Client and Server, Joining a domain, Integration of AD with DNS.
Roles of client and server, Types of server, Benefits of client-server configuration, Install DHCP Server, Configure settings, Authorize DHCP server, Monitor and manage DHCP server.
User account creation, authentication, authorization, Role-based access control, Provisioning and Deprovisioning, Password management, Access Group Policy Management Console (GPMC), Create a New Group Policy Object, Group Policy Settings, Link GPO to domains.
Types of Linux OS, Kali Linux Installation, Basic linux commands, iptables (Linux firewall), Commonly used Linux commands, File management and permissions, user and group management.
Characteristics of cloud computing, deployment models, benefits of cloud computing, Cloud models (Iaas, PaaS, SaaS), Introduction to Cloud Security.
Case studies – people behaving abnormally, negative relationships online, social isolation.
How to spot signs, How to prevent them , tracking early signs of low self-esteem and depression.
Identifying addiction and other risks.
How to protect children, securing critical personal data.
Understanding different types of drugs, cryptocurrencies and dark web marketplaces used by teenagers, Various types of addiction.
How to counsel children and parents, handling cases of bank frauds and wallet frauds, identify theft, stealing passwords, securing data on social media platforms, steps to protect digital devices.
how to deal with sextortion, cyberbullying and other online crimes, cyber espionage and honey traps.
What is Deep Web & Dark Web?
Counseling and guiding victims of cybercrimes, tools and techniques to monitor children for online safety.
Fundamental IT laws, interacting with law enforcement agencies.
Basics of Ethics, Professional Ethics, Decision Making, Inclusivity and Gender sensitivity,
Real world Case studies, Mistakes to avoid on social media platforms.
Definitions of Cyber Security and Information Security, Difference between CS & IS, Common terms used in CS, Cyber security structure in organization, Risk management.
7 layers of CS, Vulnerability types.
Malware and its types, Attacks and Classification of attacks, How does exploits work, preventive methods against exploits.
Definition, features and benefits of DLP, IDS & IPS, Key Differences, Integration and collaboration.
Overview of honeypots, Purpose of honeypots, Types of honeypots.
Definition and purpose of PT, Types of PT, PT Methodology, Reporting and Mediation, Continuous Testing & Improvement.
Types of Threats/ Actors, Threat Profiling, Advanced Persistent Threats, Reverse Engineering.
DevOps vs DevSecOps, Advantages and Dis-advantages of Cloud, Types of Cloud computing services, Virtual computing.
Definition and concept of IoT, Key components of IoT, Applications and Use Cases, Challenges in IoT, Protect IoT Devices, Device Security (Data, Network)
Network Security – Encryption, Network Segmentation, Firewalls and IDS/ IPS.
Mobile Device Security, Mobile Application Security, Mobile Device Firewall / VPNs, Data Security in Mobile, Secure communication, MFA, SSO, Mobile Identity Management.
Key legal principles and concepts related to cybercrime, Compliance and Standards, Data protection and privacy law, International and National Laws.
Ethical hacking and its phases, Types of hackers, CIA Triad.
Networking basics, OSI Model, TCP/ IP protocol stack, Protocol and their related services, Subnetting and Routing, Wireshark – Packet Sniffing and Analysis, About Linux OS, Setting up your Hacking environment, Honeypots.
Linux file structure, Basic Linux commands, Network Analysis, Basics of Vulnerability Scanning, Linux Booting process.
Symmetric Encryption/ Private Key Cryptography, Asymmetric Encryption/ Public Key Cryptography, Cryptographic Hash Functions and Values, Encoding Decoding, Steganography and different types, Steghide, steg seek etc.
Passive Reconnaissance, Active Reconnaissance and Connection establishment.
Vulnerability Scanning using nMAP and Nessus.
Wordlists, Password cracking with Hydra, Metasploit, Basic Authentication attacks.
Different types of malwares and viruses, different types of bombs, DoS and DDoS attacks, Introduction to Dark web – TOR, Onion websites.
Introduction to Metasploit, creating payloads, exploiting windows system, Working with Burp Suite, HTTP requests and methods.
TOR, Onion Websites.
XSS and types, SQL Injection, OWASP Top 10, Brute forcing, Content Security policy, Security Headers.
Wayback Urls, CTF Solving approach, Pentest Reports.
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