Information Security Specialist Certificate

Prepare to advance your cybersecurity career. Gain advance marketable skills for a position that is in high demand in the industry with a degree and moderate understanding of security processes.

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 Specialist training are:

  1. Understanding advanced security concepts, such as cryptography, access control, and secure application development.
  2. Learning about different security frameworks, such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS controls, and how to apply them to improve security posture.
  3. Developing hands-on experience with security tools and technologies, such as SIEM systems, vulnerability scanners, and penetration testing tools.
  4. Understanding the different phases of the incident response process, including identification, containment, eradication, and recovery.
  5. Developing skills in threat hunting and intelligence gathering to proactively identify and mitigate security threats.
  6. Gaining expertise in compliance regulations, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS, and how to ensure adherence to these regulations.
  7. Understanding the importance of secure configuration management, including patching and updating software and systems.
  8. Developing effective communication and collaboration skills to work with other departments, such as IT, legal, and management, to ensure a holistic security approach.
  9. Staying up-to-date with emerging security threats and trends, and learning how to evaluate and implement new security technologies and processes.
Common Job Titles
Junior Cybersecurity Specialist
Information Security Specialist
Junior SOC Consultant

Highly Rated

⭐ 4.6/5 High demand

40 Hrs

Under 10 hours of study a week

career process

Advance Level

Requires basic knowledge of InfoSec

Learn Anywhere

On Campus. On Premise. Online.

Program Curriculum

Week 1: Introduction to Advanced Information Security

  • Overview of information security concepts and best practices
  • Types of cyber attacks and methodologies
  • Risk management and threat modeling


Week 2: Network Security

  • Fundamentals of network security
  • Firewalls and intrusion detection systems
  • VPNs and remote access security

Week 3: Malware and Incident Response

  • Understanding malware and its impact on organizations
  • Incident response planning and execution
  • Tools and techniques for identifying and responding to cyber incidents


Week 4: Cloud Security

  • Cloud computing security concepts and architecture
  • Security controls and best practices for cloud environments
  • Protecting data in the cloud

Week 5: Cryptography and Encryption

  • Overview of cryptography and encryption
  • Symmetric and asymmetric encryption
  • Cryptographic attacks and countermeasures

 

Week 6: Penetration Testing and Ethical Hacking

  • Understanding the principles of penetration testing
  • Planning and executing a penetration test
  • Ethical hacking concepts and best practices

Week 7: Compliance and Standards

  • Overview of information security regulations and standards
  • Compliance requirements for specific industries
  • Auditing and maintaining compliance

 

Week 8: Final Exam and Project

  • Final exam covering all course topics
  • Group project applying advanced information security skills to a real-world scenario.

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!