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Ideal for IT professionals, business leaders, and students with an interest in cybersecurity. No prior knowledge is required.
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Intermediate level
Ideal for IT professionals, business leaders, and students with an interest in cybersecurity. No prior knowledge is required.
Understand and apply key cybersecurity principles in organizational contexts.
Analyze threats using models like STRIDE, DREAD, and OCTAVE for robust risk mitigation.
Integrate TOGAF, Zachman, and SABSA frameworks into enterprise security strategies.
Design and evaluate secure architectures for network, endpoint, and application security.
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Master the essentials of cybersecurity architecture with this comprehensive course, designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to build secure systems in today’s complex threat landscape. From understanding the roles of a security architect to grasping key principles and risk management strategies, you’ll develop a deep foundation in cybersecurity essentials.
Dive into practical applications with lessons on threat modeling techniques, including STRIDE, DREAD, and OCTAVE, to analyze and mitigate risks effectively. Explore leading enterprise architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, Zachman, and SABSA, and learn how they integrate with business and security objectives. Progress into advanced topics like network, endpoint, and application security, as well as supply chain and data protection strategies. Engage with real-world scenarios as you tackle a case study that challenges you to design a security architecture for remote work environments. Explore security design patterns and reference architectures, ensuring a strong, reusable security foundation for diverse business contexts. This course is ideal for aspiring security architects, IT professionals, and business leaders seeking to bolster their organization’s cybersecurity posture. With no prerequisites, it’s accessible to beginners yet valuable for those with some technical background, offering a solid pathway into cybersecurity architecture.
In this module, we will set the stage for understanding cybersecurity architecture. You’ll be introduced to the key challenges in security today, the foundational concepts of security architecture, and the critical role of a security architect. We’ll also explore essential principles, processes, and the concept of residual risk to establish a solid baseline for the course.
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In this module, we will dive deep into the concept of threat modeling. You’ll learn how to identify potential vulnerabilities using industry-standard models like STRIDE, DREAD, and others. We’ll also discuss attack trees and the distinction between threats and risks, equipping you with a practical toolkit for analyzing and mitigating threats effectively.
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In this module, we will explore the leading enterprise architecture frameworks used in security architecture. You’ll gain insights into TOGAF, Zachman, and SABSA, learning how to leverage these frameworks to design effective and secure enterprise systems.
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In this module, we will examine the components of cyber architecture crucial to securing enterprise systems. Topics include network and application security, IAM, data protection, and managing vulnerabilities. By the end, you’ll understand how these domains interconnect to create a resilient cybersecurity architecture.
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In this module, we will focus on designing secure systems using established security design patterns. You’ll explore practical examples and reference architectures to apply secure design principles effectively, ensuring robust protection against evolving threats.
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In this module, we will apply the concepts learned throughout the course in a practical case study. You’ll develop a security architecture for an organization transitioning to remote work, considering business needs, threat modeling, data classification, and risk management. This hands-on exercise will solidify your understanding of cybersecurity architecture.
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In this module, we will wrap up the course by revisiting its core concepts and achievements. You’ll be congratulated for your progress and encouraged to continue building on the skills and knowledge gained.
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