Launch Your Cyber Career
Diving into the world of cybersecurity can be as thrilling as it is daunting, especially if you're stepping in from a completely different career path.
Cybersecurity is massive, and saying you want to work in cyber is like saying you want to work in Science, the inevitably next question, "What do you want to do in cyber?"
This FREE course is deliberately designed to give you access to a wide range of resources that can
- Expose you to several areas of industry
- Give you practical resources to learn hands on skills
- Familiarize you with concepts, organizations, and standards in cyber.
What You Will Learn
This cybersecurity course provides you with a solid foundation across all major aspects of the field, from technical fundamentals to strategic business considerations. Starting with core security concepts, you'll progress through essential IT and networking knowledge, operating system internals, and hands-on skills in SOC analysis and digital forensics. You'll learn about modern web application security threats and defenses, understand how organizations manage security through GRC frameworks, and discover how to effectively communicate security concepts through awareness programs.
Throughout the course, you'll have access to carefully curated resources from industry-leading organizations like NIST, SANS, and OWASP, along with hands-on tools and real-world examples. The course concludes by connecting you with active cybersecurity professionals who regularly share their knowledge online, helping you stay current with industry trends and continue your learning journey.
Whether you're aiming to start a career in cybersecurity or enhance your existing technical skills, this course provides the knowledge, practical experience, and professional insights you need to succeed in the field.
Curriculum
- 🛡️Security Fundamentals (7:09)
- 🧑💻 IT and Networking Basics (8:16)
- 🚨 Handling Malware (5:26)
- 💾 Operating Systems (OS) (9:33)
- 🔎 Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst / Digital Forensics and Incident Response (DFIR) (10:59)
- 🌐 Web Application Security (7:16)
- 🤲 Cyber Range Lab Practice Platforms (6:43)
- 📋 Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) (10:01)
- 🏫 Security Awareness & Best Practices (3:31)
- 🎥 Cybersecurity YouTube and Twitch (4:46)
- 🧑💼 Cybersecurity Resumes/ Interviews (2:22)
- 📰 Staying Current in Industry ⌚
- Bonus Content 🥳
Your instructor
Dr. Gerry Auger brings over two decades of frontline cybersecurity expertise to his role as an educator and mentor. Renowned for his work as a cybersecurity architect at the Medical University of South Carolina—a leading academic medical institution with a multi-billion dollar ecosystem—Dr. Auger possesses an unparalleled understanding of the challenges and opportunities in the cybersecurity landscape. As a partner in a cybersecurity consulting firm and an adjunct professor at The Citadel Military College, he is committed to translating his extensive field knowledge into actionable insights for those transitioning into cybersecurity careers.
Beyond the classroom, Dr. Auger dedicates himself to the cybersecurity community as the chief content creator for the popular YouTube channel Simply Cyber, making complex concepts accessible. With a PhD in Cyber Operations and dual Masters in Computer Science and Information Assurance, he continuously fosters a passion for life-long learning. Dr. Auger's teaching philosophy is rooted in the real-world application, ensuring that students not only learn the theory but also understand its practical relevance, setting them on a path to success in their cybersecurity endeavors.
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