The course begins with a deep dive into the foundations of cybersecurity, exploring the CIA Triad and various security approaches. It lays the groundwork for understanding complex security tools and practices, differentiating key security concepts, and identifying risk management methods. As you progress, you'll explore the intricate world of cybersecurity, from understanding different types of threat actors to comparing various security deployments and access control models. The course focuses on enhancing your ability to tackle real-world challenges. You'll learn to identify data visibility challenges and use the 5-tuple approach to isolate hosts effectively. The curriculum covers a broad spectrum of content, including tcpdump and NetFlow analysis, firewall data interpretation, and mastering the complexities of application visibility and control. Each module is designed to reinforce your understanding of cybersecurity's most crucial aspects. The course wraps up by integrating all the concepts and skills you've learned. You'll delve into network attacks, web application attacks, and the nuances of social engineering. Additionally, you'll gain valuable insights into certificate components, endpoint-based attacks, and the intricacies of Windows 10 and Ubuntu systems.

Who is this book for?

This course is ideal for aspiring cybersecurity professionals and IT staff. Perfect for those seeking foundational skills in cybersecurity and network threat analysis, aligned with Cisco standards.