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CISSP Crash Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Advanced level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Advanced level

Recommended experience

8 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Define key security concepts, including risk management and cryptography.

  • Implement security controls across networks, systems, and software development processes.

  • Evaluate threats and vulnerabilities to design secure architectures and systems.

  • Develop comprehensive security solutions that align with organizational goals and industry standards.

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October 2024

Assessments

4 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 8 modules in this course

In this module, we will explore the critical aspects of security and risk management, beginning with foundational concepts and progressing through governance, compliance, and legal frameworks. You will also learn key topics such as risk management, business continuity, personnel security, and threat modeling, culminating in strategies for managing supply chain risks and delivering effective security training.

What's included

11 videos

In this module, we will focus on the management and security of information assets, covering topics such as data classification, asset handling, and secure provisioning. You'll gain an understanding of the roles involved in managing data, how to handle asset retention at different stages of its lifecycle, and how to apply security controls and compliance requirements to protect organizational resources.

What's included

6 videos

In this module, we will delve into the architectural and engineering processes crucial to building secure systems. Topics will cover security models, cryptographic solutions, and security controls development. You’ll also learn about the security of different system types, including databases and microservices, while understanding cryptanalytic attacks and the integration of security principles into facility design.

What's included

10 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore the foundational elements of communication and network security. You will learn how to design secure networks by understanding the OSI and TCP/IP models, implement robust network hardware and components, and ensure secure communication protocols to protect data during transmission.

What's included

3 videos

In this module, we will cover the principles of identity and access management, focusing on controlling access to both physical and logical assets. You will learn about managed identification, federated identities, and authorization processes, along with key authentication systems like SSO, OpenID, and OAuth, ensuring secure and efficient access control throughout the identity lifecycle.

What's included

6 videos

In this module, we will examine the processes involved in security assessment and testing. You will learn how to design and validate assessments and audits, test security controls, and gather critical security data. Additionally, we will focus on analyzing test outputs and creating detailed reports to enhance organizational security measures.

What's included

4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore the key elements of security operations, including investigation procedures, logging and monitoring, and configuration management. You’ll also learn about resource protection, the operation of detective and preventative controls, vulnerability management, and response strategies for disasters, along with essential practices for physical security and safety.

What's included

9 videos

In this module, we will focus on the integration of security within the software development process, emphasizing the importance of secure methodologies and maturity models in the SDLC. You’ll learn about security controls in each development phase, how to assess software security through audits, and how to implement secure coding guidelines to prevent common software vulnerabilities.

What's included

4 videos2 assignments

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