Information Security Analyst Certificate

Prepare to start your cybersecurity career. Gain marketable skills for a position that is in high demand in the industry without a degree or previous work experience.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Learn how to identify and mitigate information and information security threats and vulnerabilities. In today’s evolving threat environment, the information security analyst role is an entry point to many other security specialties and is in high demand.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

The key takeaways from Information Security Analyst training are:

  1. Understanding the fundamental principles of information security and the importance of protecting sensitive data.
  2. Learning about different types of security threats, including malware, social engineering, and phishing attacks.
  3. Understanding the basics of risk management, including risk assessment and risk mitigation strategies.
  4. Familiarizing oneself with different security technologies, such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption tools.
  5. Learning about the importance of compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
  6. Gaining experience with security auditing and testing to identify vulnerabilities in systems and networks.
  7. Developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze security incidents and respond to security breaches.
  8. Understanding the role of information security analysts in organizations and the importance of effective communication and collaboration with other departments.
  9. Staying up-to-date with the latest security trends and threats to ensure continuous improvement of security practices.
Common Job Titles
Junior Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity Analyst
Junior SOC Engineer

Highly Rated

⭐ 4.6/5 High demand

80 Hrs

Under 10 hours of study a week

career process

Beginner Level

No prior experience required

Learn Anywhere

On Campus. On Premise. Online.

Program Curriculum

Week 1: Introduction to Information Security

  • Introduction to the course and the field of information security
  • Overview of the types of threats and vulnerabilities in the cyber world
  • Basic concepts of risk management

 

Week 2-4: Network Security

  • Fundamentals of network security, including the OSI model, IP addressing and routing, and common network protocols
  • Firewalls and intrusion detection and prevention systems
  • Common network attacks and how to prevent them

Week 5-7: Security Management

  • Security policies and best practices
  • Compliance and regulations
  • Incident response and recovery


Week 8-10: Cryptography

  • Encryption algorithms and key management
  • Public key infrastructure (PKI)

Week 11-13: Security Architecture and Design

  • Secure software development
  • Threat modeling
  • Security testing and evaluation

Week 14-15: Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC)

  • Laws and regulations
  • Compliance frameworks and standards
  • Auditing and monitoring

 

Week 16: Advanced Topics in Information Security

  • Cloud security
  • Mobile device security
  • Industrial control systems security

Join The League Of Cyber Security Experts

Get ahead in the fast-evolving field of cybersecurity with our comprehensive Information Security Specialist Training. Gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge security tools and technologies, and develop the skills and expertise to proactively identify and mitigate security threats. Enroll now and take your career in information security to the next level!