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Security Fundamentals

Master essential security concepts, threat detection, vulnerability assessment, and security frameworks. Complete rooms in order to build your security knowledge step by step through hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios.

Room 01

Threat Intelligence & Analysis Fundamentals

Learn to identify, analyze, and categorize security threats from various sources. Understand threat actors, their motivations, and techniques used in cyber attacks.

  • Threat Actor Identification & Profiling
  • Threat Intelligence Sources & Collection
  • Attack Vector Analysis & Categorization
  • Threat Prioritization & Risk Assessment
4
Learning Objectives
3
Hands-on Labs
120m
Duration
Room 02

Access Control Systems & Identity Management

Master authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA) principles. Learn about access control models, identity management, and privilege management.

  • Authentication Methods & Protocols
  • Authorization Models & Policies
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)
  • Privileged Access Management
3
Learning Objectives
2
Hands-on Labs
90m
Duration
Room 03

Risk Assessment Frameworks & Methodologies

Learn to assess and prioritize security risks using industry-standard frameworks. Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies.

  • Risk Identification & Analysis Techniques
  • NIST Risk Management Framework
  • ISO 27005 Risk Assessment
  • Risk Mitigation & Treatment Strategies
5
Learning Objectives
4
Hands-on Labs
150m
Duration
Room 04

Security Frameworks: NIST, MITRE ATT&CK & CIS

Master industry-standard security frameworks including NIST Cybersecurity Framework, MITRE ATT&CK, and CIS Critical Security Controls.

  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework Implementation
  • MITRE ATT&CK Matrix & Techniques
  • CIS Critical Security Controls
  • Framework Mapping & Implementation
6
Learning Objectives
5
Hands-on Labs
180m
Duration
Room 05

Vulnerability Assessment & Management

Learn vulnerability scanning, assessment, and management processes. Identify vulnerabilities, assess their impact, and implement remediation strategies.

  • Vulnerability Scanning Techniques
  • CVSS Scoring & Prioritization
  • Vulnerability Management Lifecycle
  • Remediation Planning & Tracking
4
Learning Objectives
3
Hands-on Labs
120m
Duration
Room 06

Security Policies, Standards & Compliance

Understand security policy development, implementation, and compliance requirements. Learn about regulatory frameworks and compliance standards.

  • Security Policy Development & Implementation
  • Regulatory Compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS)
  • Security Standards & Best Practices
  • Compliance Auditing & Reporting
5
Learning Objectives
4
Hands-on Labs
150m
Duration
Room 07

Incident Response & Handling Procedures

Master incident response lifecycle, procedures, and handling techniques. Learn to detect, contain, eradicate, and recover from security incidents.

  • Incident Response Lifecycle & Phases
  • Incident Detection & Classification
  • Containment, Eradication & Recovery
  • Post-Incident Analysis & Reporting
4
Learning Objectives
3
Hands-on Labs
120m
Duration
Room 08

Security Governance & Program Management

Learn security governance frameworks, program management, and security metrics. Understand how to build and manage effective security programs.

  • Security Governance Frameworks
  • Security Program Development & Management
  • Security Metrics & KPIs
  • Security ROI & Business Alignment
5
Learning Objectives
4
Hands-on Labs
150m
Duration

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