About Course
🎓 Diploma in Cybersecurity
Duration: 12 months (3 trimesters or 3 semesters)
Entry Requirements: Certificate in Cybersecurity or equivalent IT background
📘 Module 1: Core Cybersecurity Principles & Systems
Introduction to Cybersecurity and Information Assurance
Operating Systems Security (Windows/Linux Hardening)
Network Security Architecture
Firewalls, VPNs & Secure Network Design
Introduction to Cryptography (PKI, SSL/TLS, Hashing)
Secure Communication Protocols
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Cybersecurity Laws, Ethics & Global Standards (GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001)
Cyber Risk Management & Compliance
Lab: Setting Up a Secure Network Environment
🛡️ Module 2: Offensive & Defensive Security
Ethical Hacking Techniques and Phases
Vulnerability Scanning & Penetration Testing (Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite)
Malware Analysis & Reverse Engineering
Cyber Threat Intelligence
Security Operations Center (SOC) Fundamentals
Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
Incident Response and Disaster Recovery
Forensics and Evidence Collection
Red Team vs Blue Team Exercises
Lab: Simulated Attacks, Threat Detection & Response
💻 Module 3: Advanced Cybersecurity & Capstone Project
Cloud Security (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud basics)
Mobile & Application Security
Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Zero Trust Architecture & Modern Threat Models
Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity
Blockchain and Cybersecurity
Capstone Project Planning and Execution
Final Project: Design and Test a Full Cybersecurity Infrastructure
Presentation of Final Project to Panel
Career Preparation: Certifications (CEH, CompTIA Security+, CISSP Intro), Portfolio Building
📝 Assessment & Certification
Module Exams & Lab Practicals
Weekly Assignments and Midterm Assessments
Capstone Project with Viva Presentation
Internship or Practicum (optional for physical learners)
Diploma Certificate Awarded Upon Completion
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