Cybersecurity Analyst
Offered By: IBM via edX
Course Description
Overview
The cybersecurity industry offers an increasing number of exciting, high-paying jobs that do not necessarily require a college degree. This Professional Certificate equips you with the technical skills to become job-ready for a rewarding Cybersecurity Analyst role.
Through instructional content and hands-on labs, you will delve into essential concepts in information security such as network and database security, endpoint protection, incident response, threat intelligence, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessment.
Cybersecurity stands as one of the most sought-after career fields, witnessing a significant demand for skilled professionals. To thrive in this field, you should possess computer proficiency, a willingness to acquire new technical skills, and enjoy collaborative problem-solving and effective communication.
By the program's completion, you will have engaged in a hands-on project simulating a real-world security breach and practiced using industry tools in virtual labs, instilling the confidence needed to launch your cybersecurity career.
Syllabus
Course 1: Cybersecurity Basics
This course gives you the background needed to understand the basics of Cybersecurity. You will explore information security from its history to a description of various cybercriminals and cybersecurity threats concluding with the tools needed to prevent an attack.
Course 2: Cybersecurity Roles and Operating System Security
This course gives you the background needed to understand basic Cybersecurity around people. process and technology.
Course 3: Cybersecurity Compliance and System Administration
Build the background needed to understand key cybersecurity compliance and industry standards. The knowledge gained in this course is critical for any cybersecurity role you would like to acquire or grow into within an organization. You will also learn about how to secure your systems through an understanding of basic server administration concepts.
Course 4: Basic Network and Database Security
Build a background needed to understand basic network security and learn how to safeguard your organization from cybersecurity attacks. In addition to network security, you will learn about different types of data including personal sensitive data and safeguarding your organization from a data breach.
Course 5: Penetration Testing and Incident Response
Learn about the various phases of penetration testing, incident response, and the forensic process. This course is part of the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate!
Course 6: Threat Intelligence in Cybersecurity
Gain an understanding of network defensive tactics, network access controls, as well as network monitoring tools. This course is part of the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate!
Course 7: Cybersecurity Capstone and Case Studies
Research real-world data breaches and explore different incident response methodologies and security models. This course is part of the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate!
Course 8: Cybersecurity Analyst Assessment
Showcase your expertise in Cybersecurity fundamentals in this final assessment of the IBM Cybersecurity Analyst Professional Certificate!
Courses
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In total, 51% of organizations are planning to increase security investments as a result of a breach (IBM Report). Companies need skilled IT support and cybersecurity professionals now more than ever. Whether you’re just starting out or switching to tech, this course provides the critical operating systems (OS) knowledge you need to move forward.
OS is fundamental to all aspects of computing. In this course, you’ll learn foundational concepts common to all OS and the unique aspects of Windows, Linux, and macOS.
You’ll explore OS file systems and the associated security features. You'll discover the macOS features that revolutionized OS functionality. Moreover, you’ll investigate virtualization and containerization.
Additionally, through labs and a final project, you’ll get hands-on managing virus and threat protection, configuring user accounts and permissions with command-line tools, and securing systems against threats.
If you’re looking to get started in IT or cybersecurity, enroll today to gain essential knowledge in OS that enables you to work toward a career in cybersecurity, system administration, network engineering, or IT support.
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Please Note: Learners who successfully complete this IBM course can earn a skill badge — a detailed, verifiable and digital credential that profiles the knowledge and skills you’ve acquired in this course. Enroll to learn more, complete the course and claim your badge!
This course gives you the background needed to understand basic types of network security. You will learn about computer networks including Local Area Networks, TCP/IP, the OSI Framework and routing basics. You will learn how networking affects security systems within an organization and network security controls that guard an organization from cybersecurity attacks.
In addition to networking, you will learn about database vulnerabilities and the tools/knowledge needed to research a database vulnerability for a variety of databases including SQL Injection, Oracle, Mongo and Couch. You will learn about various security data types associated with databases and organizations that define standards and provide tools for cybersecurity professionals. Ultimately you will learn how to safeguard an organizations sensitive information against data loss from cyberattacks.
This course will give you a basic understanding of network security and sensitive data protection services or as part of the overall Cybersecurity basics professional certificate.
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Cyberthreats present a constant challenge today, costing billions and affecting everyone, from governments to small businesses. Are you ready to contribute to the solution?
This course will provide you with a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, industry standards, regulations, and audit processes. You will explore the fundamental concepts of information security and compliance, covering topics such as governance, risk, compliance, cybersecurity frameworks, and process management.
You will also learn about IT service management and explore the NIST Risk Management Framework and artificial intelligence (AI) ethical considerations. You will gain insights into cybersecurity laws and regulations, focusing on both US and global perspectives, including HIPPA, GDPR, and PCI DSS. Additionally, you will familiarize yourself with the audit processes using the COBIT framework and SOC reports. You will also explore prominent standards such as OWASP, ISO, and IEEE, learning how to apply them effectively.
Throughout this five-module self-paced course, you will engage in interactive activities to apply your knowledge in real-world scenarios. You will also complete a final project to test your skills and showcase your understanding.
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