Introduction to Cybersecurity I

Your comprehensive foundation in cybersecurity fundamentals

Comprehensive Cybersecurity Foundation

This 16-week course provides an extensive introduction to the field of cybersecurity, integrating foundational knowledge with industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, and Security Operations Center (SOC) fundamentals. Designed for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, this curriculum covers network security, threat detection, incident response, and hands-on SOC operations.

Why Choose Our Cybersecurity I Program?

Comprehensive 16-week curriculum covering all fundamentals
Prepares for Network+, Security+, and SOC certifications
Hands-on labs and real-world case studies
Career preparation and job placement assistance

Course Modules (16 Weeks)

Introduction to Cybersecurity and Networking (Weeks 1-2)

Overview of cybersecurity and network basics, OSI and TCP/IP models, network devices and protocols, IP addressing and subnetting.

Network Security Fundamentals (Weeks 3-4)

Network security concepts, firewalls, IDS/IPS, wireless security, VPNs, and network hardening techniques.

Cyber Threats and Risk Management (Weeks 5-6)

Types of cyber threats, attack vectors, threat actors, vulnerability management, and risk assessment methodologies.

Cryptography and Data Protection (Weeks 7-8)

Introduction to cryptography, symmetric vs asymmetric encryption, hashing, digital signatures, and PKI fundamentals.

Security Operations Center (SOC) Fundamentals (Weeks 9-10)

SOC operations and roles, log management, SIEM, threat hunting, and incident detection techniques.

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing (Weeks 11-12)

Ethical hacking methodologies, penetration testing phases, common tools (Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark), and reporting.

Incident Response and Digital Forensics (Weeks 13-14)

Digital forensics, evidence collection, chain of custody, business continuity, and disaster recovery planning.

Career Preparation and Final Project (Weeks 15-16)

Building cybersecurity resume and portfolio, professional networking, final project, and job search strategies.

Career Opportunities

SOC Analyst

Monitor security events and respond to incidents in security operations centers.

Network Security Engineer

Design and implement secure network architectures and security controls.

Cybersecurity Analyst

Analyze security threats and vulnerabilities to protect organizational assets.

Incident Responder

Investigate and respond to cybersecurity incidents and breaches.

Course Details

Duration: 16 weeks

Format: Virtual & In-Person

Certifications: Network+, Security+, SOC

Prerequisites: None (beginner-friendly)

What's Included

Comprehensive study materials
Hands-on lab exercises
Weekly quizzes and assessments
Final project and presentation
Career guidance and job placement support