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Learning objectives

  • -recognize the basics and
  • -define and apply the cia
  • -examine cryptography basics

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Cybersecurity Analyst
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Information Security Analyst
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£65,000
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Security Consultant
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Cloud Security Architect
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Cybersecurity Manager
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£103,000
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€120,000
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¥352,000
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Cyber Threat Intelligence Analyst
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Reading list

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Computer Security
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Computing for Seniors QuickSteps
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Hacking: The Art of Exploitation, 2nd Edition
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Hacking: The Art of Exploitation, 2nd Edition
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Hackers, Heroes of the Computer Revolution
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Effort
1 to 2 hours per week for 1 week
Via
edX
Institution
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Level
Introductory
Language
English
Traffic lights
Introduces core skills and
Aimed at beginners, the
Covers fundamental concepts
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