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Cisco Cybersecurity Courses
Cloud Security
As organizations move to the cloud, who will keep it safe? We need information security professionals who are cloud savvy. Gain in-demand cloud skills and answer the call in this fast-growing field.
In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of cloud computing and prepare for the Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK). The CCSK certificate is widely recognized as the standard of expertise for cloud security and gives you a cohesive and vendor-neutral understanding of how to secure data in the cloud.
Recommended preparation: Introduction to Cybersecurity and Cybersecurity Essentials (or equivalent)
This is a self-paced course with instructor mentorship.
You’ll Learn These Core Skills:
- In-depth understanding of the full capabilities of cloud computing.
- Knowledge to effectively develop a holistic cloud security program relative to globally accepted standards
- Understand best practices for Identity and Access Management (IAM), cloud incident response, application security, data encryption, Security as a Service, and securing emerging technologies.
- Prepare for Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK) certification.
Cisco CyberOps Associate
Cybersecurity is a fast-growing field and cybersecurity professionals are in tremendous demand. Learn the principles and gain the skills to build a great career in cybersecurity.
In this course you will learn important security concepts, security monitoring, host-based analysis, network intrusion analysis, and security policies procedures. This course will prepare you for Cisco’s CyberOps Associate certification exam which validates your security experience and your understanding of essential cybersecurity principles.
– Skills You Will Learn
- Learn how to detect and respond to security threats and incidents.
- Develop valuable cybersecurity skills that employers value.
- Expand your critical thinking and problem-solving skills using Cisco Packet Tracer.
- Prepare for Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate Certification.
Format: Remote live course
Experience level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Cisco Introduction to Cybersecurity or Cisco Cybersecurity Essentials is recommended
Achievement Badge: Receive a Cisco Networking Academy badge upon successful completion of this course
Exams: Individuals will be prepared for the Cisco CyberOps Associate exam after completing this course. Exams can be taken in-person or online. Students receive a voucher that reduces the cost of the exam.
Network Security
Picture yourself as a security professional with the mission to protect your company’s data from theft, damage, or disruption. Potential harm can come from a variety of sources. And the risk can quickly scale to a high-consequence event where you’ll have to react using the right knowledge. Network Security prepares you for tasks like these by developing the skills needed to design, implement and support security for network devices and ensure their integrity. Start building your expertise today and become an in-demand security professional tomorrow!
Recommended preparation: Basic understanding of computer networks (CCNA: Introduction to Networks and CCNA: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials or equivalent knowledge).
You’ll Learn These Core Skills:
- Develop an in-depth understanding of network security.
- Design, implement, and support security for networked devices and data.
- Earn critical thinking and problem-solving skills using real equipment and Cisco Packet Tracer.
- Gain industry recognized skills aligned with the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework.
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Today’s interconnected world makes everyone more susceptible to cyber-attacks. Whether you’re attracted to the relativity new world of cybersecurity as a professional, or just interested in protecting yourself online and in social media, this introductory course is the answer. It explores cyber trends, threats—along with the broader topic of cybersecurity in a way that will matter to YOU. For instance, you’ll learn how to protect your personal privacy online while gaining additional insight on the challenges companies, and governmental and educational institutions face today. No prerequisites required.
You’ll Learn These Core Skills:
- Learn what cybersecurity is and its potential impact to you.
- Understand the most common threats, attacks and vulnerabilities.
- Gain insights for how businesses protect their operations from attacks.
- Find the latest job trends and why cybersecurity continues to grow.
Cisco Cybersecurity Essentials (non-certification course)
Learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity and an understanding of cybercrime, security principles, technologies, and procedures used to protect business networks. By completing this course you will be prepared to pursue Cisco CyberOps Associate certification or you can consider working towards Cisco CCNA certification.
– Skills You Will Learn
- Learn about security principles and security measures for networks and servers.
- Understand correct procedures for data confidentiality.
- Expand your critical thinking and problem-solving skills using Cisco Packet Tracer.
Format: Remote live course
Experience level: Intermediate
Prerequisites: Cisco’s Introduction to Cybersecurity or equivalent is recommended
Achievement Badge: Receive a Cisco Networking Academy digital badge upon successful completion of this course
Exams: No exam since this is not a certification course
