Security Fundamentals

All about Security

What you'll learn

Understand the Importance of Information Security

Understand the fundamentals of network security, including secure network design, network protocols, firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS

Comprehend Security Principles and Best Practices

Learn how to secure operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux, macOS) by implementing access controls, configuring user accounts, managing file permissions, apply

Requirements

The Security Fundamentals course is designed to be accessible to individuals with varying levels of prior knowledge or experience in cybersecurity. While there are no strict prerequisites for the course, having a basic understanding of computers, networks, and technology concepts can be beneficial.

Description

The Security Fundamentals course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles, and practices of cybersecurity and information security. This course serves as an essential foundation for individuals interested in pursuing a career in cybersecurity or those who want to enhance their knowledge of security in the digital world.In this series the learner will be introduced to concepts in cybersecurity, such as the core principles of security, wired and wireless network security. The learner will explore topics like operating system security and security software and more.Network Security: Focuses on network security concepts, including secure network design, network protocols, firewall technologies, intrusion detection and prevention systems, virtual private networks (VPNs), and wireless network security.Operating System Security: Students will explore security measures and best practices for securing operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux, macOS). Topics covered may include user account management, access control, file permissions, patch management, and system hardening.Security Layers: Core security principles such as the CIA triad, and controls to implement confidentiality, integrity and availability as well as the principle of least privilege. Along with concepts surrounding risk management and assessment as a part of organizational security.We will dive into the techniques to implement physical security.

Overview

Section 1: Security Layers

Lecture 1 Overview

Lecture 2 Core Security Principles

Lecture 3 Threats, Vulnerabilities and Exploits

Lecture 4 Risks and Impact

Lecture 5 Social Engineering

Lecture 6 Physical Security

Lecture 7 Browser Security

Lecture 8 Wireless Security

Section 2: Operating System Security

Lecture 9 User Authentication

Lecture 10 Permissions

Lecture 11 Password Policies

Lecture 12 Audit Policies

Lecture 13 Encryption

Lecture 14 Certificates

Lecture 15 Malware

Section 3: Network Security

Lecture 16 Firewalls

Lecture 17 Network Isolation

Lecture 18 Secure Protocols

Lecture 19 IPSec

Section 4: Security Software

Lecture 20 Client-side Protection

Lecture 21 Email Protection

Lecture 22 Server-side Protection

The target audience for the Security Fundamentals course is individuals who are interested in gaining a foundational understanding of cybersecurity and information security.,High school or college students who are considering a career in cybersecurity or related fields.,: Individuals who work in IT or technology-related fields and want to enhance their knowledge of information security.,Individuals who have a keen interest in technology and want to understand the fundamentals of information security.