Cybersecurity Awareness Training
Course Content
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Overview of Cybersecurity
- Definition of cybersecurity
- Importance of cybersecurity in the digital age
- Cybersecurity goals: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability (CIA Triad)
The Cyber Threat Landscape
- Types of cyber threats (e.g., malware, phishing, ransomware)
- Common attack vectors and methods
- Recent cybersecurity incidents and breaches
Key Cybersecurity Terminology
- Terms such as firewall, encryption, VPN, antivirus, etc.
- Understanding the basic concepts and their importance
Cybersecurity Frameworks and Standards
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Complete course content will be provided when requesting for a quoatation.
Course Materials
Textbooks:
- Cybersecurity for Beginners by Raef Meeuwisse
- The Art of Deception by Kevin Mitnick
- NIST Special Publication 800-12: An Introduction to Computer Security
Online Resources:
- Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) resources
- National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) training materials
- SANS Security Awareness Training modules
Tools and Software:
- Password managers (e.g., LastPass, 1Password)
- Antivirus software (e.g., Norton, McAfee)
- Encryption tools (e.g., VeraCrypt)
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the importance of cybersecurity and the current threat landscape.
- Recognize different types of cyber threats and the tactics used by attackers.
- Implement best practices for protecting personal and organizational data.
- Respond effectively to cyber incidents and understand reporting procedures.
- Adhere to organizational cybersecurity policies and compliance requirements.