Certified Cybersecurity Technician Certification - United Kingdom

Certified Cybersecurity Technician Certification Course Outline

Module 1: Information Security Threats and Vulnerabilities

• Identifying Common Threats
• Vulnerability Assessment
• Risk Evaluation

Module 2: Information Security Attacks

• Social Engineering Attacks
• Network Attacks
• Application-Level Attacks

Module 3: Network Security Fundamentals

• Basics of Network Layers
• Security Protocols
• Network Architecture Security

Module 4: Identification, Authentication, and Authorisation

• Types of Authentication Methods
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Systems
• Biometric Systems

Module 5: Network Security Controls – Administrative Controls

• Security Policies and Procedures
• Compliance and Auditing
• User Training and Awareness Programs

Module 6: Network Security Controls – Physical Controls

• Access Control Mechanisms
• Surveillance and Monitoring
• Environmental Controls

Module 7: Network Security Controls – Technical Controls

• Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems
• Encryption Technologies
• Endpoint Security

Module 8: Network Security Assessment Techniques and Tools

• Penetration Testing
• Vulnerability Scanning
• Security Audits

Module 9: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

• Disaster Recovery Planning
• Business Continuity Strategies
• Data Backup and Recovery Solutions

Module 10: Application Security

• Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
• Application Vulnerability Testing
• Code Review and Security Testing

Module 11: Virtualisation and Cloud Computing

• Securing Virtual Environments
• Cloud Security Architectures
• Cloud Service Models and Security

Module 12: Wireless Network Security

• Wireless Protocols and Encryption
• Securing Wireless Networks
• Wireless Vulnerability Assessments

Module 13: Mobile Device Security

• Mobile Security Best Practices
• Mobile Device Management (MDM)
• Securing Mobile Applications

Module 14: IoT and OT Security

• Security Challenges in IoT
• Securing IoT Devices
• Security in Operational Technology

Module 15: Cryptography

• Fundamentals of Cryptography
• Cryptographic Algorithms
• Cryptography Applications

Module 16: Data Security

• Data Encryption
• Data Masking Techniques
• Secure Data Storage

Module 17: Network Troubleshooting

• Troubleshooting Methodologies
• Common Network Problems
• Tools for Troubleshooting

Module 18: Network Traffic Monitoring

• Techniques for Monitoring Traffic
• Tools and Applications for Traffic Analysis
• Real-Time Traffic Analysis

Module 19: Network Logs Monitoring and Analysis

• Log Management and Analysis Techniques
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
• Log Analysis Tools

Module 20: Incident Response

• Incident Response Lifecycle
• Preparation and Identification
• Containment, Eradication, and Recovery

Module 21: Computer Forensics

• Fundamentals of Computer Forensics
• Forensic Analysis Techniques
• Legal Considerations in Forensics

Module 22: Risk Management

• Risk Assessment Methods
• Mitigation Strategies
• Continuous Monitoring and Review