Cyber Security Training Course

Introduction

The Cyber Security Training Course is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and skills to protect digital assets, identify cyber threats, and implement security measures to safeguard systems and networks. This comprehensive course covers fundamental to advanced topics, including network security, ethical hacking, cryptography, cloud security, incident response, and compliance frameworks.

Duration

5 Days

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand key cybersecurity principles and the evolving threat landscape.
• Identify and mitigate common cyber threats such as malware, phishing, and denial-of-service attacks.
• Implement network security controls, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.
• Apply cryptographic techniques for data protection and secure communication.
• Perform ethical hacking and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.
• Develop incident response strategies and forensic investigation skills.
• Understand cloud security best practices and risk management frameworks.
• Align cybersecurity strategies with industry standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.).

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

• IT professionals and system administrators
• Security analysts and network engineers
• Ethical hackers and penetration testers
• Compliance officers and risk managers
• Business leaders and executives interested in cybersecurity
• Students and beginners aspiring to enter the cybersecurity field

Course outline

Understanding Cybersecurity

• Definition and Importance
• Evolution and Current Landscape
• Understanding current threats/ Types of threats
• Cybersecurity Frameworks

Fundamentals of Network Security

• Network Architecture and Protocols
• Network Defense Mechanisms (Firewalls, VPNs, Secure Remote Access)
• Threats to Network Security
• Secure Network Design

Secure System Administration

• Password Policies and Authentication Methods
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and Privilege Management
• Patch Management
• Vulnerability Scanning and Remediation Strategies

Cryptography

• Cryptography basics
• Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Cryptography
• Encryption Algorithms and Key Management
• Applications of Cryptography
• Data Integrity and Non-repudiation

Incident Response and Disaster Recovery

• Incident Identification, Containment, Eradication, and Recovery (ICER) process
• Incident Response Team Roles and Responsibilities
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning

Cyber security and the law

• Overview of Data Protection Laws (GDPR, CCPA)
• Compliance Requirements and Penalties
• Understanding the Role of Ethical Hackers
• Conducting Penetration Tests and Reporting Findings

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Security

• Application of AI/ML for Threat Detection
• Challenges and Opportunities
• Internet of Things (IoT) Security

Managing security risks

• Analyzing security risks
• Managing the risks

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com Tel: +254 721 331 808

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Upskill Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Upskill certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: training@upskilldevelopment.com, +254 721 331 808

Terms of Payment: 

Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties payment of the course fee should be done 3 working days before commencement of the training so as to enable us to prepare better.

Online/ On-site (Nairobi, Kenya) Training Schedule