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Protection of Information Assets

This course is part of Exam Prep: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Specialization

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

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5 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

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Tools you'll learn

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4 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the Exam Prep: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Specialization

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There are 2 modules in this course

Protection of Information Assets Course is the third course of Exam Prep: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Specialization. Learners will dive into the OSI model, firewalls, VPNs, and network components, including LAN, VoIP, and wireless technologies. The course emphasizes data protection through encryption, introduces cloud computing fundamentals, and develops skills in security testing and digital forensics.

The course is divided into two modules, and each module is further segmented by Lessons and Video Lectures. This course facilitates learners with approximately 3:00-3:30 Hours of Video lectures that provide both Theory and Hands-On knowledge. Also, Graded and Ungraded Quizzes are provided with every module to test the ability of learners. - Module 1: Information Asset Security and Control - Module 2: Security Event Management This specialization is designed for IT auditors, audit managers, security professionals, and consultants. Their current job roles often involve assessing IT and business systems, managing risks, ensuring compliance, and implementing controls. By the end of the course, learners will be able to: - Implement Physical & Logical Access Controls. - Understand Network Security Principles & Technologies. - Recognize Security Threats & Forensic Techniques.

Module details

Welcome to Week 1. This week, we'll delve into foundational security and network management topics, starting with Physical Access and Environmental Controls to understand infrastructure protection. We’ll explore Single Sign-On and Authentication Factors, followed by key Identity and Access Management principles. Moving into networking, we'll cover OSI layers, firewall types and implementations, and gain hands-on insight into Network Management Tools. You’ll also explore VPNs, LAN components, and wireless networks, concluding with an introduction to Voice over IP (VoIP) technologies.

What's included

12 videos2 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt

12 videosTotal 57 minutes

Physical Access and Environmental Controls9 minutes
Network Management Tools2 minutes
Single Sign On6 minutes
Factors of Authentication3 minutes
Key Aspects - Identity and Access Management3 minutes
OSI Layers5 minutes
Types of firewall4 minutes
Firewall Implementation1 minute
Virtual Private Network (VPN)4 minutes
Network LAN Components11 minutes
Voice Over Internet Protocols (VoIP)5 minutes
Wireless Network5 minutes

2 readingsTotal 30 minutes

Welcome to the Course20 minutes
Overview of Information Asset Security and Control10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 50 minutes

Information Asset Security and Control - Assessment25 minutes
Security Controls and Networking - Knowledge Check25 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 10 minutes

Meet and Greet10 minutes

Welcome to Week 2. This week, we'll explore essential cybersecurity fundamentals, beginning with data encryption techniques and the principles of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). You'll gain clarity on cloud computing security considerations and the importance of organization-wide security awareness training programs. We'll also examine common information system attack methods and delve into hands-on exploration of security testing tools and techniques. Finally, you'll be introduced to evidence collection and digital forensics, equipping you to respond to security incidents effectively.