Cybersecurity Fundamentals Coursera

Overview

This Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialization is offered by Coursera in partnership with IBM. This specialization will equip learners with an understanding of the fundamental concepts, processes, tools, and strategies of cybersecurity, in combination with hands-on exercises and activities, to gain the experience necessary to implement security best practices and take informed decisions in case of a cyberattack.

What you'll learn

• Identify common security threats and risks; explain characteristics of cyberattacks and best practices to guard against them

• Discuss cybersecurity fundamentals, including topics like the five security principles, CIA triad, IAM, endpoint security, and security domains

• Explain how organizations respond to, recover from, and continue to operate during unplanned disruptions

• Explain cybersecurity roles, including their key responsibilities, daily tasks, career path, relevant certifications, and salary ranges

Skills you'll gain

• Cyber Attacks

• Key Management

• Identity and Access Management

• Data Security

• Advanced Encryption Standard (AES)

• Cryptography

• Public Key Infrastructure

• Network Security

• Secure Coding

• Cybersecurity

• Encryption

• Information Technology