John Wiley & Sons

Cybersecurity Threats and Security Program Development

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John Wiley & Sons

Cybersecurity Threats and Security Program Development

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Intermediate level

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6 hours to complete
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

6 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Identify common cybersecurity threats and their impact on organizations.

  • Design and implement effective information security programs to address organizational needs.

  • Apply security assessment techniques to evaluate the effectiveness of security measures.

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April 2026

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3 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

In this section, we examine cybersecurity threat actors, their motivations, and the evolving threat landscape. It focuses on developing threat intelligence capabilities for effective risk management.

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1 video6 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore developing and managing an information security program, focusing on aligning security with business objectives, defining metrics, and managing external parties effectively.

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1 video9 readings1 assignment

In this section, we explore vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and security control evaluation to identify and mitigate risks in cybersecurity frameworks.

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1 video9 readings1 assignment

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