Course Overview
This one-day instructor-led course is designed for IT professionals who want to deepen their understanding of cybersecurity. Participants will gain insights into the complexities of the cybersecurity landscape, exploring critical topics such as cryptography, and the impact of users, devices, applications, and networks on the effectiveness of security measures. The course will cover how to enhance the security perimeter using a Zero Trust framework, which provides a comprehensive strategy for safeguarding an organization’s digital assets.
By the end of the course, participants will be able to describe the current cybersecurity landscape, including how encryption protects data and the distinction between authentication and authorization. They will also learn about various network types, the associated threat landscape, and strategies to defend against cyberattacks. Additionally, participants will understand the role of devices in cybersecurity, how to mitigate potential threats, and the ways applications can be exploited. The course will conclude with an overview of the Zero Trust strategy, highlighting its benefits in fortifying an organization’s security posture.
Target Audiance
- The eager IT professional, soaking up every byte of knowledge on cyber defense strategies.
- The cautious executive, seeking to fortify their company's digital fortress against potential breaches.
- The tech-savvy entrepreneur, hungry to implement cutting-edge security measures in their startup.
- The curious student, delving into the intricate world of cybersecurity with wide-eyed fascination.
Schedule Dates
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Zero Trust
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Zero Trust
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Zero Trust
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Zero Trust
Course Content
- An overview of cybersecurity
- Encryption and its uses in cybersecurity
- Verify your users and control their access
- Protect your network and data
- Every device is an attack vector
- Application vulnerabilities
- What is a Zero Trust strategy
- Identity and manage your users with Zero Trust
- Manage endpoints with Zero Trust
- Control application behavior with Zero Trust
- Protect your networks using Zero Trust
- Secure your data with Zero Trust
FAQs
Cybersecurity refers to the practice of protecting systems, networks, and data from digital attacks. It’s crucial because these attacks can cause financial loss, damage to reputation, and compromise sensitive information.
Zero Trust is a security concept that assumes no trust, even within the internal network. It requires strict identity verification for anyone trying to access resources, regardless of their location. Traditional models typically trust users once they’re inside the network perimeter.
Implementing Zero Trust can enhance security by reducing the attack surface, preventing lateral movement of threats, and improving visibility into network activity. It also helps organizations comply with regulatory requirements.
Key components include micro-segmentation, identity and access management (IAM), continuous monitoring, encryption, least privilege access, and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
While Zero Trust may introduce additional security measures such as multi-factor authentication, the overall impact on user experience and productivity can be positive due to reduced downtime from security incidents and improved confidence in the network’s security.