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This course is part of Managing Cybersecurity Specialization
Instructors: Herbert J. Mattord, Ph.D., CISM, CISSP, CDP
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Define key concepts and terminology in Cybersecurity
Describe key threats to cybersecurity
Define strategies to identify and remediate vulnerabilities in information assets
Give examples of the systemic components (including personnel) necessary for an effective cybersecurity program
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In order to manage the cybersecurity function business, you must first understand its language and its environment. This course covers the foundations of cybersecurity, including threats and vulnerabilities as well as the tools, technologies, and strategies used to manage it.
After completing this course, a learner will be able to: ● Define key concepts and terminology in Cybersecurity ● Identify threats to cybersecurity ● Identify strategies to identify and remediate vulnerabilities in information assets ● Identify the systemic components (including personnel) necessary for an effective cybersecurity program
This is an overview of the learning objectives for the course.
Learning Objectives for Introduction to Cybersecurity Module
5 videos2 readings4 assignments
Learning objectives for Threats to Cybersecurity
6 videos1 reading5 assignments
6 videos1 reading5 assignments
Learning objectives for Managing Vulnerabilities in Information Assets module
6 videos1 reading5 assignments
Learning Objectives for Managing Vulnerabilities in Information Assets Module
5 videos1 reading4 assignments
1 video1 assignment
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Reviewed on Nov 2, 2020
this course covers the foundations of cybersecurity, including threats and vulnerabilities as well as the tools, technologies, and strategies used to manage it.
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2020
This is a great basic course for those without a lot of technical knowledge. It gives a good overview of cybersecurity practices in a large or medium-size organization.
Reviewed on May 31, 2024
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