Duration
12 Weeks
Fees
Kshs. 15,000 Per Month
6
Comprehensive Modules
1
Hands-on Troubleshooting Project
120+
Core Content Hours
Curriculum Deep Dive
Essential Knowledge for a Secure Digital World
Explore the foundational topics in cybersecurity that protect individuals and organizations.
Intro to CyberSec
Duration: Approx. 1 Week
Learning Objectives
- â–ªDefine cybersecurity and its importance.
- â–ªUnderstand the cybersecurity landscape and common threats.
- â–ªLearn basic security concepts and principles.
Topics Covered
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What is Cybersecurity?
Definition, scope, and objectives / CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
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Threats & Vulnerabilities
Malware, Phishing, DoS attacks / Common vulnerabilities (software, network)
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Cybersecurity Principles
Defense-in-depth / Least privilege / Risk management basics
Network Security
Duration: Approx. 2 Weeks
Learning Objectives
- Identify common network attack vectors.
- Understand firewall concepts and configuration.
- Learn about VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation.
Topics Covered
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Network Fundamentals
TCP/IP, Ports, Protocols / Network topologies (conceptual)
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Firewalls
Packet filtering, Stateful inspection / DMZs, Proxy servers (conceptual)
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Network Intrusion Detection/Prevention
IDS vs. IPS / Signatures, Anomalies
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VPNs & Remote Access
Types of VPNs (IPsec, SSL/TLS) / Secure remote access best practices
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Wireless Security
WPA2/3, Rogue APs
System & Endpoint Security
Duration: Approx. 2 Weeks
Learning Objectives
- Secure operating systems (Windows, Linux).
- Implement endpoint protection measures.
- Understand patch management and vulnerability scanning.
Topics Covered
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OS Security
User accounts & permissions / Password policies / Security configurations (hardening)
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Endpoint Protection
Antivirus/Anti-malware / Host-based firewalls / Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
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Patch Management
Importance of updates / Vulnerability management process
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Mobile & IoT Security
Basic security considerations for mobile devices / IoT device risks
Cryptography & PKI
Duration: Approx. 1 Week
Learning Objectives
- Understand cryptographic principles and algorithms.
- Learn about Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and digital certificates.
- Recognize the role of cryptography in secure communications.
Topics Covered
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Cryptographic Principles
Symmetric vs. Asymmetric encryption / Hashing, Digital Signatures
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Common Algorithms
AES, RSA, SHA (overview)
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Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Certificates, Certificate Authorities (CAs) / SSL/TLS for secure communication
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
Duration: Approx. 2 Weeks
Learning Objectives
- Implement strong identity and access controls.
- Understand authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA).
- Explore multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO).
Topics Covered
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Authentication Methods
Passwords, Biometrics, Tokens
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Authorization Models
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) / Least Privilege
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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Types of factors / Implementation benefits
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Single Sign-On (SSO)
Benefits and technologies (conceptual)
Incident Response & Disaster Recovery
Duration: Approx. 1 Week
Learning Objectives
- Understand the incident response lifecycle.
- Develop basic disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Learn about security auditing and compliance.
Topics Covered
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Incident Response Lifecycle
Preparation, Identification, Containment / Eradication, Recovery, Lessons Learned
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Disaster Recovery (DR) & BCP
Backup and recovery strategies / Business Continuity Planning (BCP) essentials
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Security Auditing & Logging
Importance of logs / Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) basics
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Compliance & Regulations
GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001 (overview) / Data privacy principles
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Security Awareness Training
Educating users on best practices
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