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Cyber Security 101

Are you new to cyber security and not sure where to start? This pathway will help you acquire the core skills required to start your cyber security journey.

Modules
14
Hands-on labs
56
Estimated time
45h 48m
Difficulty level

easy

Path Cyber Security 101

Learn everything you need to embark on a career path in offensive or defensive cyber security.

  • Explore computer networking and cryptography
  • Learn the basics of Linux, Windows, and AD
  • Explore the world of offensive cyber security
  • Discover the techniques of defensive security
Certificate of Completion
Example learning path completion certificate

Complete this learning path to
develop your skills and earn a
certificate of completion

SEC1 Professional Certification completion certificate
SEC1 Professional Certification

Prove your core cyber security skills and build the foundation for a career in cyber.

Introduction

This beginner-friendly path aims to give a solid introduction to the different areas in Computer Security. This path covers the fundamental concepts and applications in the following:

  • Computer networking and cryptography
  • MS Windows, Active Directory, and Linux basics
  • Offensive security tools and system exploitation
  • Defensive security solutions and tools
  • Cyber security careers

Section 1

Start Your Cyber Security Journey

Offensive Security IntroDefensive Security IntroSearch Skills
Topic Rewind Recap

Section 4

Command Line

Windows Command LineWindows PowerShellLinux Shells
Topic Rewind Recap

Section 9

Offensive Security Tooling

HydraGobuster: The BasicsShells OverviewSQLMap: The Basics
Topic Rewind Recap

Section 13

Build Your Cyber Security Career

Security PrinciplesCareers in CyberTraining Impact on Teams
Topic Rewind Recap

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