ISC2

Security Concepts and Practices

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

Recommended experience

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

Recommended experience

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

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September 2024

Assessments

44 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the ISC2 Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
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There is 1 module in this course

This course will focus on the core aspects of security concepts and practice, beginning with a discussion of the importance of codes of ethics. We will then discuss the basic principles of information security and move on to describe security controls, their implementation, maintenance, and assessment. We will also discuss the identification of corporate assets as well as the change management life cycle. We will explain the importance of bolstering awareness and training and will conclude with a discussion on collaborating with physical security operations.

What's included

8 videos42 readings44 assignments

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ISC2 Education & Training
ISC2
27 Courses88,431 learners

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