Course Information
- Duration6 weeks (4 hours per week)
Description
This course builds on the basics and introduces more advanced topics, including network security, incident response, and ethical hacking fundamentals.
Course Outline
1. Advanced Network Security
- Understanding firewalls and IDS/IPS
- Configuring secure wireless networks
- Basics of network segmentation
2. Cryptography
- Advanced encryption techniques
- Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
- Digital certificates and SSL/TLS
3. Incident Response
- Identifying and responding to security breaches
- Incident response planning
- Conducting post-incident analysis
4. Introduction to Ethical Hacking
- Understanding penetration testing
- Common tools: Nmap, Metasploit, Wireshark
- Basics of vulnerability assessment
5. Regulatory Compliance and Policies
- Overview of GDPR, HIPAA, and other regulations
- Developing organizational security policies
- Importance of audits and risk assessments