This is a beginner-level learning path designed to provide you with an introduction to Information technology security concepts. 

During this learning path, you will get an introduction to the concept of Information Security and you'll learn the basic concepts that pertain to the subject.

We then begin to answer the question, "What is information security and why do we need it?" We'll explore some of the frameworks, controls, and activities we can implement to control information security and manage risk in our IT infrastructure.

We'll also cover how cyberattacks are carried out and the threat actors behind them. We then look at ways of counteracting attacks through the use of ethical testing, and how to cope with an attack by implementing an incident response strategy. To round off the learning path, we briefly touch upon GDPR principles.

Learning Objectives

• Learn the fundamentals of information security and how it differs from information assurance
• Learn about the CIA Triad
• Understand the most common security frameworks in use today
• Learn the basics of the ISO 27000 series framework
• Key aspects of risk management including risk identification, risk mitigation, and risk controls
• Obtain a foundational understanding of cyberattacks and cybersecurity
• Learn the basics of GDPR 

Intended Audience

This learning path will suit anyone interested in understanding the fundamentals of security concepts from a business and technology perspective. 

Prerequisites

This is a beginner-level learning path on information security, so you didn't need any prior knowledge on the subject, but having a basic understanding of computing concepts would be beneficial. 

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