Course Summary:

The IT Security & Cyber-Crime Prevention course by Magna Skills is designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills to effectively protect Magna Skills' information technology systems from cyber threats. In this course, participants will gain an understanding of various cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks commonly encountered in today's digital landscape. They will learn essential techniques and best practices to implement robust security measures, mitigate risks, and safeguard critical data assets.

This course aims to empower participants with the necessary tools and strategies to prevent cyber-crime and maintain a secure IT infrastructure at Magna Skills.

Course Objectives:

• Understand various cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors
• Identify potential security risks in their organization's IT infrastructure
• Implement effective security measures to protect against cyber-crime
• Apply secure coding practices to develop resilient software applications
• Utilize network security tools and techniques to safeguard data
• Respond to and manage cybersecurity incidents effectively
• Conduct digital investigations and collect evidence for cybercrime cases
• Create and implement security awareness programs within their organization
• Assess and manage compliance with relevant data protection regulations
• Develop risk management strategies and business continuity plans

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to IT Security and Cyber-Crime

• Understanding the importance of IT security
• Overview of different types of cyber-crimes
• Current trends and challenges in cybersecurity

Module 2: Cyber Threats and Attack Vectors

• Common cyber threats: malware, phishing, ransomware, etc.
• Social engineering attacks and their impact
• Identifying vulnerabilities and attack vectors

Module 3: Network Security

• Securing network infrastructure
• Firewall configurations and network segmentation
• Intrusion detection and prevention systems

Module 4: Secure Software Development

• Software vulnerabilities and secure coding practices
• Secure software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Code review and testing techniques

Module 5: Data Protection and Privacy

• Importance of data protection and privacy regulations
• Encryption and data masking techniques
• Secure data storage and transmission

Module 6: Incident Response and Digital Forensics

• Incident response planning and procedures
• Conducting digital investigations and evidence collection
• Post-incident analysis and mitigation strategies

Module 7: Security Awareness and Training

• Importance of employee awareness in cybersecurity
• Designing and implementing security awareness programs
• Training employees on safe computing practices

Module 8: Compliance and Risk Management

• Regulatory compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)
• Risk assessment and management strategies
• Business continuity and disaster recovery planning