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Cybersecurity Fundamental Concepts

Aimed at professionals who want to get started in the world of cybersecurity and understand the key fundamentals of protecting data and systems.

5 Weeks (64h.) | No schedules

Academic information

Why study this course?
  • You will understand the fundamentals of cybersecurity, a key area in today's digital environment, present in all sectors and levels of an organisation.
  • You will learn to identify threats and risks that can compromise data integrity, availability and confidentiality.
  • You will develop a strategic vision on how to protect information assets through security policies, controls and frameworks.
  • You will learn the most relevant regulations and compliance standards, essential for working in regulated environments or with sensitive data.
  • You will increase your employability in a constantly growing sector with a high demand for qualified professionals.
Program aims
  • Understand the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, its areas, objectives and current threats.
  • Know the main defence strategies, attack vectors, actors and regulations in the sector.
  • Identify the key elements of cybersecurity and information security governance.
  • Learn the principles of risk management and how to apply effective controls in organisational environments.
  • Become familiar with the most relevant compliance regulations, standards and norms.
Professional skills

At the end of this course, you will have a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including risk management, information security governance and compliance. You will be prepared to identify threats, understand the implications of cyber-attacks and apply good data and systems protection practices in professional environments.

 

Methodology
  • Practical activities from minute 1
  • Each unit including a questionnaire type test
  • Al final from course you will solve a case practical guided

Study plan

1. Introduction to cybersecurity

In this unit you will learn the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, including its key areas, objectives and the most common threats. You will understand the impact of cyber-attacks on organisations, defence strategies, the actors involved and applicable regulations. In addition, you will explore the technology trends and services that drive cybersecurity.

  • General concepts
  • Global cyber security landscape
  • Cybersecurity actors and domains
2. Cybersecurity governance

In this unit you will explore the principles of information governance, from its origins to how to implement effective governance. You will learn about information security and the key components of developing a sound and successful information security strategy.

  • Governance
  • Governance framework
  • Information security
  • Security strategy
Risk management

In this unit you will learn the key concepts of risk management, how the organisation's management should be involved in the process and the basic strategy for creating a risk management plan. You will also explore the frameworks and the control measures and countermeasures needed to protect information from threats.

  • Risk strategy
  • Implementation of risk management
  • Controls and countermeasures
4. Regulation and enforcement

In this unit you will learn about the importance of cybersecurity regulations, the key regulations and their scope of application by industry. You will also learn about compliance requirements and the most commonly used security standards in the sector.

  • Regulatory framework
  • Compliance requirements
  • Main security standards
*The academic program may be subject to changes in line with the changing demand for specific skills in the market. Your employability is our goal.