Most organizations plan for routine operations, but what happens when unexpected events overtake the routine? This course examines contingency planning used to prepare for and manage non-normal operations, including cybersecurity incidents – like hacking attempts, web site defacement, denial of service attacks, information disclosures; a well as other natural and man-made cybersecurity disasters.
This course is part of the Managing Cybersecurity Specialization
Offered By
Managing Cybersecurity SpecializationUniversity System of GeorgiaAbout this Course
7,760 recent views
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Course 4 of 5 in the
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Beginner Level
Approx. 8 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: English
What you will learn
Define and describe the components of a cybersecurity contingency planning program
Identify the components and structure of an effective cybersecurity incident response program
Identify the components and structure of an effective cybersecurity disaster recovery program
Define and describe recommended contingency strategies including data backup and recovery and continuity of cybersecurity operations
Skills you will gain
Business ContinuityDisaster RecoveryIncident response planning
Shareable Certificate
Earn a Certificate upon completion
100% online
Start instantly and learn at your own schedule.
Course 4 of 5 in the
Flexible deadlines
Reset deadlines in accordance to your schedule.
Beginner Level
Approx. 8 hours to complete
English
Subtitles: English
Offered by
University System of Georgia
The University System of Georgia is composed of 28 higher education institutions including 4 research universities, 2 regional universities, 12 state universities, 13 state colleges and the Skidaway Institute of Oceanography. The Georgia Public Library System, encompassing 61 library systems throughout Georgia, is also part of the University System.
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
1 minute to complete
Welcome to Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters (Course 4)
Course learning objectives for Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters
1 minute to complete
1 video (Total 1 min)
2 hours to complete
Introduction to Contingency Planning (Module 4.1)
Learning objectives for Introduction to Contingency Planning
2 hours to complete
7 videos (Total 73 min), 1 reading, 7 quizzes
7 videos
What is Contingency Planning?15m
The Contingency Planning Methodology11m
The Business Impact Analysis11m
CP Strategies - Data Backup and Recovery – Part 111m
CP Strategies - Data Backup and Recovery – Part 27m
CP Strategies - Real-Time Protection, Server Recovery, and Application Recovery14m
1 reading
Introduction to Contingency Planning10m
7 practice exercises
What is Contingency Planning?6m
The Contingency Planning Methodology6m
The Business Impact Analysis6m
CP Strategies - Data Backup and Recovery – Part 1
CP Strategies - Data Backup and Recovery – Part 26m
CP Strategies - Real-Time Protection, Server Recovery, and Application Recovery
Introduction to Contingency Planning20m
2 hours to complete
Incident Response (Module 4.2)
Learning objectives for the module Incident Response
2 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 49 min), 1 reading, 5 quizzes
6 videos
What is Incident Response?9m
Incident Response Planning10m
Incident Response: Detection and Containment10m
Incident Response: Recovery15m
Incident Response47s
1 reading
Incident Response10m
5 practice exercises
What is Incident Response?6m
Incident Response Planning6m
Incident Response: Detection and Containment6m
Incident Response: Recovery6m
Wrap-up Quiz for Incident Response20m
2 hours to complete
Disaster Recovery (Module 4.3)
Learning objectives for Disaster Recovery
2 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 41 min), 1 reading, 5 quizzes
6 videos
Disaster Recovery Planning11m
Disaster Classifications7m
Planning for Disasters11m
Disaster Preparation8m
Disaster Recovery51s
1 reading
Disaster 10m
5 practice exercises
Disaster Recovery Planning6m
Disaster Classifications6m
Planning for Disasters6m
Disaster Preparation6m
Wrap-up for Disaster Recovery20m
About the Managing Cybersecurity Specialization
This specialization is intended for those learners that:
- would preferably have an undergraduate (bachelors) degree, or is a currently enrolled student
- are interested in the area of IT and cybersecurity and how it relates to business decisions
- is currently employed or seeking employment and needs to understand issues and best practices around Cybersecurity
- may be a IT or Cybersecurity professional or technician
- may be interested in Cybersecurity and unsure of how to approach a career in it
Frequently Asked Questions
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
- The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
- The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
What is the refund policy?
If you subscribed, you get a 7-day free trial during which you can cancel at no penalty. After that, we don’t give refunds, but you can cancel your subscription at any time. See our full refund policy.
Is financial aid available?
Yes, Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project. Learn more.
Will I earn university credit for completing the Course?
This Course doesn't carry university credit, but some universities may choose to accept Course Certificates for credit. Check with your institution to learn more. Online Degrees and Mastertrack™ Certificates on Coursera provide the opportunity to earn university credit.
More questions? Visit the Learner Help Center.
