Explore a Career in Cybersecurity (Self-Guided)

Explore a Career in Cybersecurity (Self-Guided)

Getting into cybersecurity can be rewarding and lucrative! In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, information security analysts can make over $100,000 per year. This course will give you the knowledge to help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is right for you.

The course will start by introducing the basics of cybersecurity. You will learn the types of threats companies face daily and how a cybersecurity specialist can help prepare for and prevent those threats. Finally, the course will cover cybersecurity learning paths and different types of cybersecurity jobs and salaries.

3 Months Access / 24 Course Hrs
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$129.00
$129.00
Self-Guided

Details

This course explores a career in cybersecurity and reviews various topics, including cybersecurity roles, job requirements, problem-solving techniques, and cybersecurity concepts. This course will help you decide whether a career in cybersecurity is something that aligns with your talents and interests and, if so, the best next steps to pursue this lucrative career path.

Syllabus

  1. Introduction to Cybersecurity
  2. Cybersecurity Roles and Industries
  3. Problem Solving
  4. Cybersecurity Basics
  5. Types of Information Security
  6. Common Concepts and Terminology
  7. Types of Threats
  8. Secure Coding
  9. Protecting the Business
  10. Developing a Security Awareness Program
  11. Employment and the Future of Cybersecurity
  12. Next Steps

Requirements

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course.


Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

  • This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

  • PC: Windows 10 or later.
  • Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
  • Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
  • Microsoft Word Online
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader
  • Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

  • Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

There are no instructional material requirements to take this course.

Self-Guided Course Code: T14567