IT Security Champion: Cyber Threat Intel and Emerging Threats from Pluralsight

In this course you’ll explore key cyber threats and prevention strategies, including an overview of cyber threat intelligence, emerging cyber risks, practical cyber hygiene tips, basic incident response, and more.

Security is everyone’s job and should be an integral part of every IT admins thought process. In this course, IT Security Champion: Cyber Threat Intel and Emerging Threats, you’ll dive right into the essentials of cyber threat intelligence and emerging threats. First, you’ll gain crucial insights into the evolving landscape of cyber threats, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. Next, you’ll learn about the key skills in identifying and utilizing diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence, including OSINT, HUMINT, and TECHINT, to stay ahead of emerging risks. Finally, you’ll discover essential cyber hygiene practices to enhance your organization's defense against cyber attacks as well as understand the basics of incident response to effectively mitigate potential security breaches. By the end of this course, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complex world of cybersecurity and safeguard your digital environment.

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IT Security Champion: Cyber Threat Intel and Emerging Threats

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Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Taught by Christopher Rees, who is a cybersecurity expert with many years of experience in the field

Introduces learners to basic incident response, empowering them to mitigate potential security breaches

Explores emerging cyber risks, keeping learners up-to-date with the latest threats to their digital environments

Provides practical cyber hygiene tips, enabling learners to enhance their organization's defense against cyber attacks

Covers crucial insights into the evolving landscape of cyber threats, ensuring learners stay ahead of emerging risks

Essential cyber hygiene practices to fortify an organization's defense mechanism against cyber threats

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Review basic IT security concepts

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Begin by reviewing basic IT security concepts to improve your understanding of cyber threats and prevention strategies.

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Read introductory articles on IT security
Watch videos on cybersecurity fundamentals
Take practice quizzes on basic IT security concepts

Review emerging cybersecurity trends

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Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity trends to anticipate and address emerging threats effectively.

Browse courses on Cybersecurity Threats

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Read articles and blog posts on current cybersecurity trends
Listen to podcasts and webinars on the latest threats
Participate in online forums and discussions

Practice identifying cyber threats

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Engage in practice drills to enhance your ability to identify and analyze various types of cyber threats.

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Analyze sample phishing emails
Use online tools to scan for malware
Review security logs for suspicious activity

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Join a cybersecurity study group

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Join a cybersecurity study group to engage with peers, share knowledge, and enhance your understanding.

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Find or create a study group with other students
Establish regular meeting times and discuss course materials
Share resources, insights, and support with each other

Attend a cybersecurity conference

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Attend a cybersecurity conference to gain valuable insights and network with industry professionals.

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Research and identify relevant conferences
Register for the conference and secure accommodations
Actively participate in sessions and workshops
Network with speakers, attendees, and potential employers

Learn about incident response procedures

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Follow guided tutorials to develop a solid understanding of incident response procedures and best practices.

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Enroll in online courses on incident response
Watch videos on incident response management
Practice incident response simulations

Develop a cyber threat intelligence report

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Create a comprehensive cyber threat intelligence report to summarize your findings and provide actionable insights.

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Gather threat intelligence from various sources
Analyze and interpret the collected data
Develop recommendations for mitigating potential threats
Present your findings in a clear and concise report

Career center

Learners who complete IT Security Champion: Cyber Threat Intel and Emerging Threats will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Information Security Manager

An Information Security Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the implementation and administration of information security for an organization. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Information Security Managers to effectively protect their organizations from cyber attacks.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

Cybersecurity Analysts help organizations identify, prevent, and respond to cyber threats. They must be able to collect, analyze, and interpret cyber threat intelligence to stay ahead of emerging risks. This course provides a strong foundation in cyber threat intelligence, including how to identify and use different sources of intelligence, and how to develop effective cybersecurity strategies.

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IT Security Engineer

IT Security Engineers design, implement, and administer security solutions for organizations. They must have a strong understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a practical overview of cyber threats and prevention strategies, including essential cyber hygiene practices and basic incident response. This knowledge is essential for IT Security Engineers to effectively protect their organizations from cyber attacks.

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Security Architect

Security Architects design and implement security solutions for organizations. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Security Architects to effectively protect their organizations from cyber attacks.

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Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst

Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts collect, analyze, and interpret cyber threat intelligence to help organizations stay ahead of emerging risks. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to identify and mitigate them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysts to effectively protect their organizations from cyber attacks.

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Incident Responder

Incident Responders are responsible for responding to and mitigating cyber attacks. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to mitigate them. This course provides a practical overview of cyber threats and prevention strategies, including basic incident response. This knowledge is essential for Incident Responders to effectively respond to and mitigate cyber attacks.

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Cloud Security Engineer

Cloud Security Engineers design and implement security solutions for cloud-based applications and infrastructure. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Cloud Security Engineers to effectively protect their organizations from cyber attacks.

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DevSecOps Engineer

DevSecOps Engineers integrate security into the software development process. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a practical overview of cyber threats and prevention strategies, including essential cyber hygiene practices. This knowledge is essential for DevSecOps Engineers to effectively integrate security into the software development process.

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Risk Analyst

Risk Analysts assess and mitigate risks to an organization's assets. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Risk Analysts to effectively assess and mitigate risks to an organization's assets.

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Cybersecurity Auditor

Cybersecurity Auditors assess an organization's cybersecurity posture and make recommendations for improvement. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Cybersecurity Auditors to effectively assess an organization's cybersecurity posture.

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Penetration Tester

Penetration Testers identify vulnerabilities in an organization's security systems. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to exploit them. This course provides a practical overview of cyber threats and prevention strategies, including basic incident response. This knowledge is essential for Penetration Testers to effectively identify vulnerabilities in an organization's security systems.

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Blockchain Developer

Blockchain Developers create and develop software applications that use blockchain technology. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Blockchain Developers to effectively create and develop software applications that use blockchain technology.

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Cryptographic Engineer

Cryptographic Engineers design and implement cryptographic algorithms and protocols. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Cryptographic Engineers to effectively design and implement cryptographic algorithms and protocols.

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Data Protection Officer

Data Protection Officers are responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with data protection laws and regulations. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Data Protection Officers to effectively ensure that an organization complies with data protection laws and regulations.

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Chief Information Security Officer

Chief Information Security Officers are responsible for overseeing an organization's cybersecurity program. They must have a deep understanding of cyber threats and how to prevent them. This course provides a comprehensive overview of cyber threat intelligence, including the latest trends in AI-powered attacks and sophisticated phishing schemes. It also teaches how to use diverse sources of cyber threat intelligence to identify and mitigate risks. This knowledge is essential for Chief Information Security Officers to effectively oversee an organization's cybersecurity program.

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