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CISSP Crash Course

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Intermediate level

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10 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

10 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Master risk management, compliance, and security governance principles.

  • Implement secure architecture, cryptographic solutions, and network defense.

  • Conduct security assessments, testing, and incident response strategies.

  • Secure software development and integrate security into the SDLC.

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October 2024

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Taught in English
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There are 8 modules in this course

In this module, we will explore core security principles, governance frameworks, and risk management strategies. You’ll gain insights into threat modeling, compliance requirements, business continuity planning, and personnel security policies essential for effective security management.

What's included

11 videos

In this module, we will delve into asset security, covering information asset management, data lifecycle, secure provisioning, and retention policies. You'll also learn how to apply security controls to protect assets while maintaining compliance.

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6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore the principles of secure system design, security models, and engineering processes. We’ll also discuss cryptographic solutions, security capabilities, and how to incorporate security in facility and system architecture.

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10 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will focus on securing network infrastructure, communication channels, and network components. You’ll learn about network security design, secure communication protocols, and strategies for protecting data in transit.

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3 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will cover identity and access management concepts, including authentication, authorization, identity lifecycle, and federated identities. You’ll learn how to implement and manage IAM solutions to secure both physical and logical access.

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6 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore security assessment methodologies, including testing, auditing, and analyzing security controls. You’ll learn how to validate security processes, assess risks, and generate reports based on test results.

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4 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will cover key security operations concepts such as investigations, logging, monitoring, patch management, and recovery strategies. You’ll also learn about physical security and resource protection techniques.

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9 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will discuss secure software development practices, covering security integration in the SDLC, secure coding guidelines, and assessing software security risks. You’ll gain insights into mitigating vulnerabilities in application development.

What's included

4 videos2 assignments

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