Curriculum

This course serves as an in-depth primer on computer networking, equipping you with hands-on proficiency in configuring and safeguarding network devices for peak performance. Gain insights into network structures, protocols, and security measures while refining your skills in device configuration and troubleshooting. Through engaging, experiential activities, you will cultivate critical thinking and problem-solving capacities to address frequent networking quandaries.

You will also:

• Discover how various entities interface and interact in the digital realm.
• Grasp the diversity of networks and their profound influence on our interlinked world.
• Master the art of documentation related to configuration settings.
• Experience the significance of audits in maintaining the highest standards of network performance and safety.
• Recognize the critical role system and communication protection plays in information security.
• Learn to effectively modify and update policies in response to the ever-changing landscape.

The knowledge imparted in this course lays the groundwork for you to start your journey toward acquiring the following certifications*: CompTIA® Network+, (ISC)2 Certified in Cybersecurity.

This course delivers practical training centered on safeguarding Microsoft Windows environments, equipping you with the tactical know-how to deploy security features and tools such as Microsoft Defender, BitLocker, and Windows Firewall. You will also learn to regulate and manage networks for optimal security and stability using system administration tools. Upon course completion, you will have a foundational understanding of Microsoft's infrastructure and the ability to establish and maintain secure Windows environments across various professional contexts.

You will also:

• Gain insights into the makeup of Microsoft's infrastructure and its constituent parts.
• Develop effective methods to shield Microsoft's infrastructure from potential hazards.
• Acquire the ability to administer diverse types of accounts corresponding to business roles.
• Explore strategies for preserving a secure and reliable network environment.
• Discover how automation and scripting can boost both security and efficiency in cybersecurity roles.
• Understand the role of Active Directory in managing permissions and regulating access to network resources.
• Learn to enhance system security and operational productivity using Powershell.

In this course, you will continue to augment your knowledge of networks and explore various aspects of wired and wireless networks, including their inherent security challenges and vulnerabilities. The course will guide you through designing access controls, encompassing all facets of network security—from people and data to devices. You will also learn how to safely construct and fortify networks, discussing topics like cryptography and privacy restrictions.

You will also:

• Cultivate an understanding of network security measures and the requisite strategies for network protection.
• Start mastering techniques for effective network monitoring.
• Gain insights into how to proficiently manage system accounts.
• Understand how security attributes can fortify network defenses.
• Familiarize themselves with an array of common tools and technologies that bolster network safety.
• Develop the competence to construct a secure network architecture.
• Learn the rudiments of MHN networks and how to effectively implement them.
• Comprehend the interaction between Telnet and POP3 machines.

The knowledge gained in this course lays the groundwork for you to commence preparation for the following certification*: CompTIA®

In this course, you will cultivate the skills needed to proficiently manage Linux operating systems, apply rudimentary Python programming, delve into cloud computing, and strengthen system defenses against threats and vulnerabilities. You will also learn to monitor, detect, and analyze threats and vulnerabilities within these settings while also developing an understanding of remediation strategies. Additionally, you will begin building knowledge of the transformative role DevSecOps plays in the cybersecurity domain.

You will also:

• Cultivate a comprehensive understanding of Linux operating system management and the monitoring, detection, and analysis of threats and vulnerabilities in Linux and cloud-based settings.
• Receive an introduction to Python programming.
• Develop a foundational understanding of cloud computing settings and generate an instance using Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Comprehend remediation strategies and methods to communicate protection measures to safeguard other systems.
• Learn to design automations for efficient system management and protection.
• Investigate the design tenets of scalable cloud solutions and the integration of various settings.
• Become conversant with DevSecOps.

This course delves deeply into the critical components of defending endpoint devices, enforcing data loss prevention methodologies, and employing advanced instruments and strategies to protect an organization's digital resources. By the course's conclusion, you will have a holistic understanding of endpoint device defense, data loss prevention, and the security implications for industrial systems and IoT devices.

You will also:

• Investigate endpoint devices to comprehend how to assess, recognize threats to, and secure them.
• Learn to record and monitor configurations and tool choices.
• Understand how to devise rules and constraints that shield endpoint devices from potential damage.
• Discover how to collaborate with external information systems while preserving the security of endpoint devices.
• Develop the competency to enforce data loss prevention techniques.
• Become conversant with the threats and security measures associated with Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT).

The knowledge imparted in this course lays the groundwork for you to begin preparation for the following certifications*: CompTIA® Security+, CompTIA® CySA+, (ISC)2 CISSP.

In the Social Engineering and Ethical Hacking course, you will delve into the psychology of hackers and grasp the principles of game theory as applicable to cybersecurity defense and strategies. By the course's conclusion, students will understand social engineering tactics and the fundamentals of ethical hacking, enabling them to bolster cybersecurity defenses and guard against potential threats.

You will also:

• Gain an understanding of the motivations and actions of prospective attackers.
• Develop insights into how adopting a malicious hacker’s perspective can fortify system security.
• Discover how ethical hacking can proactively fortify applications, systems, and organizational infrastructure.
• Investigate how reconnaissance, penetration testing, and evasion of defense systems can contribute to system safety.
• Learn to identify vulnerabilities in web applications and cloud-based systems.
• Cultivate the ability to effectively communicate risks and suggest defense strategies.
• Understand how social engineering techniques can manipulate individuals.

The knowledge gained in this course helps prepare you for the following certifications*: CompTIA® CySA+, PenTest+.

The Digital Forensics and Incident Response course gives you the vital tools needed to efficiently counter attacks, perform investigations, collect evidence, and generate detailed reports. Upon course completion, you will know how to address incidents, conduct investigations, and report findings. These abilities will aid you in identifying, scrutinizing, and brainstorming about security incidents to avert future violations.

You will also:

• Engage in the rudiments of offensive security.
• Acquire an understanding of digital forensics fundamentals.
• Investigate file recovery strategies and the retrieval of stolen data.
• Learn to proficiently manage various types of attacks directed at organizations.
• Gain insights into the strategies attackers employ to gain access to critical systems and data.
• Explore the basics of malware analysis to improve your capacity to identify and neutralize potential threats.

The knowledge imparted in this course prepares you to start your journey toward the following certifications*: CompTIA® Security+, CompTIA® CySA+, and (ISC)2 SSCP.

The Threat Hunting and Intelligence course arms you with the necessary knowledge to detect and neutralize vulnerabilities in an organization's infrastructure. By the end of the course, you will be able to recognize vulnerabilities, react to threats, and formulate solid plans to protect an organization's infrastructure.

You will also:

• Cultivate an extensive understanding of the threats and vulnerabilities that can surface within an organization's network infrastructure, including hardware devices, software applications, and network services.
• Improve their capacity to proactively pinpoint and respond to threats, thereby promoting a proactive security stance.
• Gain the knowledge and skills to design effective plans and procedures to handle security situations efficiently, ensuring a rapid and coordinated response.
• Develop the ability to evaluate information sources and tools, allowing them to bolster their defense tactics.

The knowledge acquired in this course prepares you to start your preparation for the following certifications*: CompTIA® Security+, CompTIA® CySA+, (ISC)2 SSCP.

The University of Chicago Professional Education Cybersecurity Bootcamp includes an optional CompTIA® Security+ Exam Preparation Course** designed to prepare you for this highly-valued industry certification. A voucher for the CompTIA® Security+ certification exam is included.

Highlights of this course include:

• Begin building a foundation of crucial knowledge required in any cybersecurity role and is the only basic cybersecurity certification that underscores hands-on practical abilities.
• A globally acknowledged certification that instills the essential knowledge required in the sector and serves as a launchpad for mid-level cybersecurity positions.