About this course
Cyber threats affect us all, and cybersecurity jobs continue to grow. In fact, cybersecurity failure is among the top 5 global risks according to the World Economic Forum Global Risks Report (2021). The world needs diverse, tech-savvy cyber professionals to defend against shrewd digital adversaries.
This Cybersecurity Career Path prepares you for the entry-level Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Cybersecurity certification and entry-level cybersecurity positions such as Cybersecurity Technician, Cybersecurity Analyst, or Tier 1 Help Desk Support roles. You will learn vital skills like threat intelligence, network security, and risk management to protect yourself and organizations from cyber attacks. If you enjoy solving puzzles, are passionate about technology, and like working in teams, the field of cybersecurity may be a great fit for you!
Duration
This course is 40 class hours, typically consisting of (10) 4-hour sessions with additional hours for Lab and practice assessments
Benefits
- Threat Hunting, Risk Management and Network Firewall knowledge
- Over 3.5 Million positions are expected to be available by 2025
- Be prepared for a position of Cybersecurity Technician, Junior Cybersecurity Analyst, or Tier 1 Help Desk Support and more
Who should take this course?
The CCST Cybersecurity certification covers topics from the entire Cybersecurity Career Path. Successfully passing the exam earns you a credible, third-party assessment to validate your knowledge to employers. Earn this certification to demonstrate you have the foundational skills needed for entry-level job roles like Cybersecurity Analyst, Cybersecurity Technician, or Tier 1 Help Desk Support.
Entry-level cybersecurity certification is ideal if you are considering or just beginning a path to a career in information technology. Getting your CCST Cybersecurity certification provides a great foundation for a career in cybersecurity. Advance to the next level with associate-level courses and CyberOps Associate certification.
- This entry-level certification target late high-school, secondary and immediate post-secondary students, technical schools, and entry-level IT and Networking professionals.
- Individuals interested in starting or shifting to a career in IT.
Class Details
Exam Objectives:
- Essential Security Principles
- Basic Network Security Concepts
- Endpoint Security Concepts
- Vulnerability Assessment and Risk Management
- Incident handling
Pre-requisites:
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Labs:
- Lab list not available at this time
