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In today's complex digital landscape, cybersecurity threats are a constant source of change. Toss in a dash of GenAI and organizations are seeing the security industry revolutionize right before their eyes, from defense capabilities to intensified threats. Now, a successful cybersecurity strategy must go beyond a one-size-fits-all approach. Ensuring robust security is no longer the sole responsibility of the IT department. The most resilient organizations understand that fostering a holistic security-focused mindset across every department, role, and individual is key. Join us, as we discuss the solutions to this industry-wide problem. Hear from representatives at Sage, as they are leading the way to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences across their organization, what unique challenges they’ve faced and what’s next as they look to the future.

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Syllabus

Unified defense: Expanding security consciousness to every corner of your organization

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops skills that are in high demand in the IT and security fields

Teaches learners about new developments and trends in cybersecurity

Explores the importance of cybersecurity and its impact on various aspects of an organization

Provides a comprehensive understanding of the cybersecurity industry

Taught by industry experts who have extensive experience in cybersecurity

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Unified Defense: Expanding Security Consciousness to Every Corner of Your Organization with these activities:

Review cybersecurity fundamentals

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Review basic cybersecurity concepts to refresh your memory

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Read articles and blog posts on cybersecurity fundamentals
Take practice quizzes on cybersecurity topics
Attend a webinar or online course on cybersecurity basics

Cybersecurity Practice Drills

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Test your cybersecurity skills by practicing drills and simulations to prepare for real-world scenarios.

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Identify and assess potential cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
Develop and implement cybersecurity response plans.
Evaluate and monitor cybersecurity systems and networks.

Practice network security exercises

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Engage in hands-on exercises to improve your network security skills

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Configure a firewall using a command-line interface
Set up an intrusion detection system
Analyze network traffic for suspicious activity

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Cybersecurity Assessment Project

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Apply your cybersecurity knowledge to a real-world project by conducting a comprehensive cybersecurity assessment.

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Gather and analyze information about the organization's cybersecurity risks and threats.
Identify and prioritize vulnerabilities and threats.
Develop and implement a cybersecurity risk management plan.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the plan.

Develop a cybersecurity awareness campaign

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Design and implement a campaign to raise awareness about cybersecurity within your organization

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Research best practices for cybersecurity awareness campaigns
Create engaging content such as posters, videos, and presentations
Conduct training sessions and workshops

Participate in cybersecurity non-profit organizations

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Contribute your skills and knowledge to organizations dedicated to improving cybersecurity

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Explore different non-profit organizations that work in cybersecurity
Identify specific projects or initiatives that interest you
Contact the organization to inquire about volunteer opportunities

Mentor junior cybersecurity professionals

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Share your knowledge and experience to help junior cybersecurity professionals grow

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Reach out to local universities or community colleges with cybersecurity programs
Offer to mentor students or recent graduates
Provide guidance, support, and feedback

Career center

Learners who complete Unified Defense: Expanding Security Consciousness to Every Corner of Your Organization will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Information Security Analyst

Information Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. This course will help Information Security Analysts to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to develop and implement effective security measures to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Information Security Analysts develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Risk Manager

Risk Managers identify, assess, and mitigate risks to an organization's computer networks and systems. This course will help Risk Managers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to develop and implement effective security measures to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Risk Managers develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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DevSecOps Engineer

DevSecOps Engineers integrate security into the software development lifecycle. This course will help DevSecOps Engineers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to integrate security into the software development lifecycle. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help DevSecOps Engineers develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Security Engineer

Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security systems to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. This course will help Security Engineers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to design and implement effective security systems to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Security Engineers develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Security Analyst

Security Analysts monitor an organization's computer networks and systems for suspicious activity. This course will help Security Analysts to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to monitor an organization's computer networks and systems for suspicious activity. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Security Analysts develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analysts implement information security systems, monitor networks and systems for vulnerabilities, and investigate and mitigate security breaches. This course discusses the importance of a holistic security-focused mindset across every department, role, and individual, which is a critical skill for Cybersecurity Analysts to have. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Cybersecurity Analysts develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security systems to protect an organization's computer networks. This course will help Network Security Engineers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to design and implement effective security systems to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Network Security Engineers develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Security Consultant

Security Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to improve their cybersecurity posture. This course will help Security Consultants to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to develop and implement effective security measures to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Security Consultants develop effective security training programs for their clients.

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Incident Responder

Incident Responders investigate and mitigate security breaches. This course will help Incident Responders to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to investigate and mitigate security breaches. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Incident Responders develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security systems to protect an organization's cloud computing environments. This course will help Cloud Security Engineers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to design and implement effective security systems to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Cloud Security Engineers develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Compliance Manager

Compliance Managers ensure that an organization's computer networks and systems comply with all applicable laws and regulations. This course will help Compliance Managers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to develop and implement effective security measures to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Compliance Managers develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Penetration Tester

Penetration Testers simulate cyberattacks to identify vulnerabilities in an organization's computer networks and systems. This course will help Penetration Testers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to simulate cyberattacks to identify vulnerabilities in an organization's computer networks and systems. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Penetration Testers develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Security Architect

Security Architects design, implement, and maintain security systems to protect an organization's computer networks and systems. This course will help Security Architects to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to design and implement effective security systems to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Security Architects develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

CISOs are responsible for the overall security of an organization's computer networks and systems. This course will help CISOs to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to develop and implement effective security measures to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help CISOs develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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Security Manager

Security Managers oversee the security of an organization's computer networks and systems. This course will help Security Managers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the latest cybersecurity threats and trends, as well as how to develop and implement effective security measures to mitigate these threats. Additionally, this course provides insights from Sage on how to successfully tailor security training to diverse audiences, which can help Security Managers develop effective security training programs for their organizations.

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