It’s estimated that we will need 3 million cybersecurity defenders to meet the demands of protecting against cyber threats. If you aspire to pursue a career in this field, you need to acquire the skills and knowledge that are essential for defending networks, systems, and data from cyber-attacks. That's why we have designed a new cybersecurity curriculum that will help you learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity.
- Basic cyber security concepts such as the CIA triad, the differences between risks, threats, and more.
- Understanding what a security control is and what forms they take.
- Understanding what zero trust is and why this is important in modern cyber security.
- Understanding key concepts and themes across identity, networking, security operations, infrastructure and data security.
Whether you are new to cybersecurity or have some experience in the domain, our curriculum will equip you with the practical skills and theoretical concepts that you need to succeed in this rapidly evolving industry.
Getting Started
To kick off you journey into cybersecurity, the first step is to get set up with our course materials. This course is hosted on GitHub, which means you have access to all the resources you need. Here's how to begin:
- Fork the Repository: Start by forking the entire course repository to your own GitHub account. This will allow you to modify the code and complete the course challenges at your own pace.
- Star the Repository (*): Starring the repository makes it easier to find and revisit later.
What Each Lesson Includes
The course is divided into 7 lessons, each packed with valuable content to help you become proficient in cybersecurity. Here's what you can expect in each lesson:
- Short Video Introduction: Start with a video introduction to the topic to get a clear understanding of what you'll be learning.
- Written Lesson: Every lesson includes a comprehensive written guide which provides in-depth insights into the subject matter.
- Quiz: Each lesson includes a quiz to put your knowledge to the test and ensure you've grasped the concepts.
- Links to Extra Resources: For those who are hungry for more knowledge, we provide links to extra resources to continue your learning journey and expand your expertise.
Lessons at a Glance
Here's a quick overview of the lessons in the course:
- Lesson 1: Basic security concepts
- Lesson 2: Identity & access management fundamentals
- Lesson 3: Network security fundamentals
- Lesson 4: Security operations fundamentals
- Lesson 5: Application security fundamentals
- Lesson 6: Infrastructure security fundamentals
- Lesson 7: Data security fundamentals
Head over to our GitHub repository and start your Cybersecurity journey today. Good luck, and happy learning!
