This course is part of the Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management Specialization

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Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management SpecializationUniversity of California, Irvine

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Students are introduced to the field of cyber security with a focus on the domain of security & risk management. Topics include the fundamental concepts and goals of cybersecurity (the CIA triad), security governance design, the NIST cybersecurity framework, relevant laws and regulations, and the roles of policies, strategies, and procedures in cybersecurity governance.

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Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management Specialization

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Course 1 of 3 in the

Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management Specialization

Approx. 9 hours to complete

English

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Jacob Horne

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University of California, Irvine

Since 1965, the University of California, Irvine has combined the strengths of a major research university with the bounty of an incomparable Southern California location. UCI’s unyielding commitment to rigorous academics, cutting-edge research, and leadership and character development makes the campus a driving force for innovation and discovery that serves our local, national and global communities in many ways.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

2 hours to complete

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Welcome to the first module of Security Governance & Compliance. This course is also the first of three courses in the Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management specialization. In this module we introduce the field of cybersecurity and the topics that will be covered over the duration of this certificate program. This module's lectures will also cover the CIA triad, which is a framework for understanding the fundamental goals of cybersecurity. Lastly, we will define and practice applying foundational cybersecurity terminology.

2 hours to complete

3 videos (Total 19 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes

Week2

Week 2

2 hours to complete

Security Governance

Welcome back! In this module we dive deeper into the processes of security governance. Despite a constant stream of security breaches, lawsuits, FTC rulings, and headlines, the market still does not reward security for security's sake. Every decision to spend money on security is a decision to not invest money in other activities that drive the bottom line. The role of security governance is to create a security strategy that aligns with the "main thing" a business does, whatever that may be.

2 hours to complete

1 video (Total 7 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes

Week3

Week 3

2 hours to complete

Legal & Regulatory Compliance

2 hours to complete

1 video (Total 9 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes

Week4

Week 4

2 hours to complete

Policies, Standards, & Procedures

2 hours to complete

1 video (Total 5 min), 1 reading, 2 quizzes

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TOP REVIEWS FROM SECURITY GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE

by GJun 30, 2021

Excellent course. I would recommend it to everyone who wants to improve their knowledge in cybersecurity.

by LOJan 9, 2022

It is suitable for both experts and beginners. We will gain a deeper understanding of the topic by completing the task. I think it is good!

by VRAug 6, 2022

I really enjoyed what I learned from this course. This really did enlighten me.

by JMAug 4, 2021

A great way to learn about what could be perceived as a dull part of Cybersecurity

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About the Introduction to Cybersecurity & Risk Management Specialization

In this case-based Specialization, you will be introduced to the field of cybersecurity through the world of security governance and risk management.

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