Lesson Introduction
This module will introduce some of the core themes of cyber security. They are followed by two software simulations, showing how to install a hypervisor so that a Kali Linux virtual machine can be run. Kali Linux is a Linux operating system used by penetration testers.
- Cyber Security
- Prevent, Detect, Respond
- The CIA Triad
- ISMS: Information Security Management Systems
- Threat Actors
- The Cyber-Kill Chain
- Attack Surfaces
- Installing Virtualbox
- Installing Kali Linux
Intended Audience
Although perceived as an IT issue, cyber security is, in fact, a subject relevant to all business units. Cyber Primer is aimed at anyone with an interest in cyber security, whether they are looking to pursue a career as a penetration tester, or just want to get a feel for the world of cyber security.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this lesson, however, participants are expected to have a basic understanding of computers and the internet.
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Originating from a systems administration/network architecture career, a solid part of his career building networks for educational institutes. With security being a mainstay his implementation he grew a strong passion for everything cyber orientated especially social engineering. The educational experience led to him mentoring young women in IT, helping them to begin a cyber career. He is a recipient of the Cisco global cyber security scholarship. A CCNA Cyber Ops holder and elected for the CCNP Cyber Ops program.