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Cybersecurity 101

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In the Cybersecurity 101 course, participants will gain a foundational understanding of cybersecurity, exploring its origins, the increasing threat landscape, and core security principles. Through engaging modules, learners will discover how to assess cyber threats and apply essential security concepts to protect themselves and their organizations.

This course covers the following key areas:

What is Cybersecurity and the History of It

  • What is Cybersecurity
  • A Brief History of Cybersecurity

 

The Rising Cyber Threat

  • Understanding Today’s Threat Landscape
  • Why Cyber Threats are Rising
  • Consequences of Cyber Incidents

 

Defining the CIA Triad

  • Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
  • Importance of the CIA Triad

 

Assessing Threats

  • Types of Threat Actors
  • Common Attack Vectors
  • Risk Assessment Basics
  • Steps to Assess and Prioritize Threats

 

What Will You Learn?

  • A clear understanding of what cybersecurity is and its historical evolution.
  • Awareness of the modern cyber threat landscape and why it continues to grow.
  • The core principles of cybersecurity embodied in the CIA Triad.
  • How to identify, assess, and prioritize cyber threats.
  • Foundational knowledge to start building a personal or organizational cybersecurity posture.
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Introduction
Welcome to our Introduction to Cybersecurity 101 course, your foundational course designed to help you navigate the digital world safely and confidently. Whether you're a student, a working professional, or someone simply curious about online security, this course will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to protect yourself and others in today’s cyber threat landscape. This course is your first step in understanding how cybersecurity works, why it matters, and how you can make a difference in strengthening the digital safety of your community, workplace, and country.

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity
By the end of this module, students will be able to: Define cybersecurity in both technical and business contexts Recognize common types of cyber threats and their real-world impacts Identify different categories of threat actors and their motivations Understand the Cyber Kill Chain and how it maps the attack lifecycle Conduct a basic reconnaissance task using standard tools in a safe, simulated environment

Module 2: Security conscious thinking
What you will learn: Break down the curriculum structure and the program's primary goals Understand the high-level security frameworks and tools explored in the course. Describe cybersecurity as the process of evaluating threats and reducing risks. Define and break down the CIA triad.

Module 3: Security Breaches and Mitigations
By the end of today's class, you will be able to: Understand the Cybersecurity Mindset Understand and differentiate the types of cybersecurity attacks Understand what is a risk mitigation framework

Module 4: Cybersecurity Landscape
Welcome to the Cybersecurity Landscape module! In today’s digital-first world, cybersecurity is no longer just a technical function, it is a critical business priority. Organizations face threats on multiple fronts: hackers targeting sensitive data, insiders misusing privileges, and attackers exploiting weaknesses in applications, networks, and human behavior. To defend effectively, security professionals must understand the full spectrum of cybersecurity domains that together create a strong defense posture. This module introduces you to the core domains of cybersecurity, providing a structured way to understand how different areas of security work together. Each domain represents a specific set of responsibilities, skills, and best practices. Mastering these domains equips you with a comprehensive view of how cybersecurity protects information, systems, people, and organizations.

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Victor Basson
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