Campus Affiliate | Syllabus
Information Technology Specialist (ITS): Cyber Security
This program equips learners with foundational knowledge in cybersecurity concepts, including threat identification, risk management, and the application of defensive strategies to safeguard networks and systems. Participants will gain hands-on experience in detecting vulnerabilities, implementing basic security measures, and understanding ethical principles in cybersecurity.
Program Details
Durations
The program is a 3-day intensive training class.
Method of Delivery
The program provided by Multimatics will be delivered through interactive presentation by professional instructor(s), group debriefs, individual and team exercises, behavior modelling and roleplays, one-to-one and group discussion, case studies, and projects.
Who Should Attend?
This program is suitable for:
- High school or college students pursuing IT or cybersecurity careers.
- Entry-level IT professionals seeking a foundational certification in cybersecurity.
Program Objectives
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
- Understand fundamental cybersecurity principles and practices.
- Identify and mitigate common security threats and vulnerabilities.
- Learn the basics of risk management and data protection techniques.
- Explore the ethical and legal aspects of cybersecurity.
- Develop skills to implement basic security controls in IT systems.
Examination Details
Participants will take IT Specialist: Cybersecurity Exam which consists of 40-50 questions. They will be given 50 minutes to finish the exam. Participants who successfully passed the exam will be given an official IT Specialist: Cybersecurity certification from Certiport.
Program Modules
Module 1: Security Principles
Topic Covered
- Explain common security principles
- Explain cybersecurity frameworks and industry-accepted best practices
- Explain vulnerabilities, threats, and common attacks
- Recognize social engineering attacks
- Explain access management principles and procedures
- Explain how encryption protects the confidentiality and integrity of data