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Fundamentals of Information Security

Future-proof your career with this information security course because the world needs more cybersecurity professionals.

(INFO-SECURITY.AW1) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-637-1
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About This Course

This isn’t your average information security course online. It’s your ultimate playbook to outplay your competition. Dive into the fundamentals of Information Security & explore high-demand domains like SOC, ethical hacking, and compliance. Learn what skills (both technical and soft) you need to land your dream job. Last but not least, it’s packed with insider tactics, certification roadmaps, and tried-and-tested strategies to 

  • craft a resume that lands interviews, 
  • answers that crush them, and 
  • a personal brand that makes recruiters chase you. 

Skills You’ll Get

  • Threat Defense Fundamentals: Spot, analyze, and neutralize cyber threats.
  • Security Domain Expertise: Navigate key areas like SOC, ethical hacking, and compliance.
  • Interview Domination: Crack tough cybersecurity interviews with tactical Q&A prep and recruiter psychology hacks.
  • Personal Branding for InfoSec: Build a standout LinkedIn profile, GitHub, and resume that screams “hire me”.
  • Certification Roadmapping: Strategically pick and pass high-value certifications like CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+.
  • Soft Skills: Communicate technical information to non-tech stakeholders. 
Download Course Outline

1

Introduction

2

Introduction to Information Security

  • Introduction to information security
  • What is information security?
  • Future of information security
  • Conclusion
  • Questions
3

Domains in Information Security

  • Overview
  • Information security
  • Privacy
  • Fraud and investigation
  • Conclusion
  • Questions
4

Information Security for Non-Technical Professionals

  • Compliance
  • Why is cyber compliance a good profession?
  • Privacy
  • Physical security
  • Cyberlaw
  • Audits (semi-technical)
  • Governance risk
  • Conclusion
  • Questions
5

Information Security for Technical Professionals

  • IT infrastructure security
  • IDAM (Semi-technical)
  • Security Operations Center (SOC)
  • Fraud risk and investigation 
  • Ethical hacking
  • Conclusion
  • Questions
6

Skills Required for a Cybersecurity Professional

  • Soft skills
  • Conclusion
  • Questions
7

How to Find a Job?

  • Before applying for jobs
  • Mentality of recruiters and HRs
  • Resume
  • How to find a job?
  • Conclusion
  • Questions
8

Personal Branding

  • Personal branding
  • Importance of personal branding
  • How to build a personal brand?
  • Conclusion
  • Questions

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The core principles of information security are defined by the CIA Triad: 

  • Confidentiality: Ensuring data is accessible only to authorized users (e.g., encryption, access controls). 
  • Integrity: Protecting data from unauthorized modification (e.g., checksums, digital signatures). 
  • Availability: Guaranteeing systems and data are accessible when needed (e.g., backups, DDoS protection). 

Additional principles include non-repudiation (preventing denial of actions) and risk management (identifying and mitigating threats). 

For a deeper dive, consider our IT security course that covers these fundamentals in detail. 

The best certification depends on career goals, but top choices include:

  • CompTIA Security+: Ideal for beginners, covering core security concepts.
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP): Advanced, for experienced professionals in security management.
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH): Focuses on penetration testing and offensive security.
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM): Best for governance and risk management roles.

For those looking to learn information security, starting with Security+ or CEH is recommended before progressing to advanced certs like CISSP.

Entry-level cybersecurity roles (e.g., Security Analyst, SOC Analyst) typically offer $63.92 an hour or $132962 per year in the U.S.A. 

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