Introduction to cyber and information security
- The CIA triad: confidentiality, integrity, availability
- Building a basic information security management system (ISMS)
- Understanding how organisational culture and policy play a role in security
The threat landscape
- Types of cyber attackers: hacktivists, cybercriminals, state actors, insiders
- Motivation behind attacks: profit, protest, disruption
- Trends in threat activity and how organisations are being targeted
Understanding a cyber attack
- The anatomy of an attack: reconnaissance, access, execution
- Techniques used by attackers: footprinting, social engineering, port scanning, network sniffing
- Real-life case studies to illustrate attacker methodologies
Practical defence: tips and advice
- Securing your access: passwords, multi-factor authentication
- System protection: anti-virus, endpoint security, software patching
- Data protection: backup strategies, encryption basics
- What to do in case of an attack: incident response, recovery actions, who to contact
Exams and assessments
There are no formal exams or assessments for this course. Learning is reinforced through discussion, live demonstrations, and interactive practical activities throughout the two days.
Hands-on learning
This course integrates practical exercises at every stage to reinforce learning outcomes. Activities include simulated attack walkthroughs, interactive quizzes, and hands-on practice with basic security settings. Scenarios will help learners identify threats and apply protective measures in real time.
