SECO - IT-Security Foundation

Course Description :The IT-Security Foundation course is a two-day course aimed at developing basic knowledge about securing and defending an IT infrastructure environment. The slides cover all examination topics; no additional literature is required to prepare students for the exam.

Course Outline :

Day 1:

Introduction to IT-Security Foundation

Learning objectives

Security in Networks, Systems and Software

Understanding the different types of computer systems and their vulnerabilities from a security point of view

Understanding TCP/IP networking

IP and IPV4 security, Wi-Fi and attacks on networks

Relevance of understanding applications and application vulnerabilities

Day 2:

Security in Networks, Systems and Software

Understanding databases and database vulnerabilities

Security through Cryptography and Access Control

Understanding cryptography in terms of implementing effective security measures

Definition of identification and examples of identity attributes

Common (Ab)use Cases

Understanding cloud computing and the related risks

Understanding how cyber criminals exploit vulnerabilities to be able to implement appropriate security controls

Summary of all modules

Refer to Summary / Recapitulation activities

Target Audience :

Managers who wish to understand more clearly what is required from security specialists without engaging in technical details, and

Professionals who wish to attend further specialised security training in the futureLearning Objectives :

The course provides candidates with an overview of the most important technological aspects of an IT infrastructure. The main aim of the course is to help candidates acquire a global understanding of the security impact of each of these technological aspects.

Course Agenda :

The course consists of three modules:

Module 1: Security in Networks, Systems and Software

Module 2: Security through Cryptography and Access Control

Module 3: Common (Ab)use Cases