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Cybersecurity Basics

Cybersecurity as a profession is projected to grow much faster than the national average for all occupations.1 Want to break into the field?

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Cybersecurity as a profession is projected to grow much faster than the national average for all occupations.1 Want to break into the field?

This beginner-friendly and asynchronous course will help you jumpstart your cybersecurity career. Engage in an online learning experience tailored to your experience level.

In it, you will learn to think like a cyber pro, at your own pace. Study the key elements of the CIA Triad, cryptography basics, and the daily responsibilities of cybersecurity professionals working in the field today.

Key concepts covered in this course include:

-Cybersecurity

-CIA Triad

-Cryptography

-Plaintext

-Ciphertext

-Encryption

-Decryption

-Cipher

-Key

-Caesar Cipher

-Symmetric encryption

No prior experience or technical installations is required to join or complete this course.

Footnote:

1 Occupational Outlook Handbook: Information Security Analysts. (2022). U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. March 14, 2023.

This Try It is offered in support of the Cybersecurity Boot Camp with Monash University. If you enroll in this Try It, your learner data will not be shared with Monash University unless you enroll in the Cybersecurity Boot Camp.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • -recognize the basics and the importance of cybersecurity.
  • -define and apply the cia triad to different scenarios.
  • -examine cryptography basics and how they apply to cybersecurity.

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Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Develops the basics and importance of cybersecurity, which is standard in industry
Examines the CIA Triad, which is highly relevant in cybersecurity
Explores cryptography basics, which is standard in industry
Builds a strong foundation for beginners in cybersecurity

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Learners who complete Try It: Cybersecurity Basics will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Security Consultant
Security Consultants provide advice and guidance to organizations on how to improve their security posture. This course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cybersecurity, cryptography, and the CIA Triad.
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Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity Analysts play a vital role in protecting computer systems and networks from cyberattacks. They identify and assess potential vulnerabilities, develop and implement security measures, and respond to security incidents. The Try It: Cybersecurity Basics course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cybersecurity, cryptography, and the CIA Triad.
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Information Security Analyst
Information Security Analysts design, implement, and maintain security measures to protect an organization's information assets. This course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cybersecurity, cryptography, and the CIA Triad.
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Cryptographer
Cryptographers develop and implement methods for encrypting and decrypting information to protect it from unauthorized access. This course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cryptography.
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Network Security Engineer
Network Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security measures to protect computer networks. This course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cybersecurity, cryptography, and the CIA Triad.
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Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
Security Operations Center (SOC) Analysts monitor and respond to security events. This course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cybersecurity and cryptography.
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Penetration Tester
Penetration Testers use their knowledge of cybersecurity to identify vulnerabilities in computer systems and networks. This course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cybersecurity and cryptography.
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Security Architect
Security Architects design and implement security solutions for organizations. This course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cybersecurity, cryptography, and the CIA Triad.
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Cloud Security Engineer
Cloud Security Engineers design, implement, and maintain security measures to protect cloud-based systems and applications. This course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cybersecurity, cryptography, and the CIA Triad.
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Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)
Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are responsible for the overall security of an organization's information assets. This course may be useful for those who aspire to this role by introducing the basics of cybersecurity and cryptography.
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Security Manager
Security Managers oversee the security of an organization's information assets. This course helps build a foundation for this career by introducing the basics of cybersecurity and cryptography.
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Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Data Protection Officers (DPOs) are responsible for ensuring that an organization complies with data protection laws and regulations. This course may be useful for those who aspire to this role by introducing the basics of cybersecurity and cryptography.
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Cybercrime Investigator
Cybercrime Investigators investigate and prosecute cybercrimes. This course may be useful for those who aspire to this role by introducing the basics of cybersecurity and cryptography.
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Privacy Analyst
Privacy Analysts help organizations to comply with privacy laws and regulations. This course may be useful for those who aspire to this role by introducing the basics of cybersecurity and cryptography.
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Forensic Computer Analyst
Forensic Computer Analysts investigate computer crimes and collect evidence from computers and other electronic devices. This course may be useful for those who aspire to this role by introducing the basics of cryptography.
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Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Try It: Cybersecurity Basics.
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Computer Security
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Classic textbook on computer security that provides a comprehensive overview of the field. It covers a wide range of topics, from the basics of computer security to more advanced concepts such as network security and intrusion detection.
Computer Security
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Computer Security
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The Art of Deception
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Provides a unique perspective on cybersecurity, focusing on the human element of security and how attackers can exploit human weaknesses to gain access to systems and data.
The Art of Deception: Controlling the Human Element...
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The Art of Deception: Controlling the Human Element...
Kindle Edition
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Modern Cryptography
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Provides a comprehensive overview of modern cryptography, covering topics such as block ciphers, stream ciphers, and public-key cryptography.
Modern Cryptography: Theory and Practice
Hardcover
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Modern Cryptography: Theory and Practice
Kindle Edition
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Cryptography Engineering
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Provides a comprehensive introduction to cryptography, the science of protecting information from unauthorized access. It covers a wide range of topics, from the basics of cryptography to more advanced concepts such as public-key cryptography and digital signatures.
Cryptography Engineering: Design Principles and...
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Cryptography Engineering: Design Principles and...
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Wireless Security: Know It All
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Provides a practical guide to cybersecurity operations, covering topics such as incident response, threat hunting, and security monitoring.
Wireless Security: Know It All (Newnes Know It All)
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Cloud Security and Privacy
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Provides a comprehensive guide to cloud security, covering topics such as cloud security architecture, cloud security controls, and cloud security management.
Cloud Security and Privacy: An Enterprise...
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Cloud Security and Privacy: An Enterprise...
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Develops the basics and importance of cybersecurity, which is standard in industry
Examines the CIA Triad, which is highly relevant in cybersecurity
Explores cryptography basics, which is standard in industry
Builds a strong foundation for beginners in cybersecurity
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