Module 3: Implementing Cybersecurity Controls

Welcome to Module 3 of the Cybersecurity Course, "Implementing Cybersecurity Controls". In this course, you will learn about the technical and administrative controls used to manage cybersecurity risks.

Course Features

• Hands-on labs: Practice implementing key controls like firewalls, encryption, and access management.
• Risk management: Learn how to conduct risk assessments and prioritize control implementation.
• Compliance: Understand how controls map to cybersecurity frameworks and regulations.
• Defense-in-depth: Discover how layers of controls create an effective security program.

What You Will Learn

• Access management: Secure access through identity management, authentication, authorization and auditing.
• Perimeter security: Use firewalls, intrusion prevention systems and web filtering to control network access.
• Data security: Protect confidentiality and integrity of data through encryption and hashing.
• Endpoint protection: Harden endpoints and servers and use antivirus to prevent malware.
• Monitoring: Detect threats through security information and event management (SIEM) and analytics.
• Vulnerability management: Identify and remediate vulnerabilities using scanning and patching.
• Incident response: Develop response plans and procedures for quickly containing breaches.
• Training: Educate users on cybersecurity best practices and how to be the last line of defense.

By the end of this module, you will have the knowledge to implement robust technical controls aligned with cybersecurity frameworks and regulations. With strong fundamentals, you can help secure your organization against threats.