Introduction to Cybersecurity
Deep dive into the foundations of cybersecurity - a course for complete beginners.
2024 Intakes in Progress
Full-time Remote
Start Date:
October 28th 2024
Course Duration:
5 Weeks
Mode of Learning:
100% Online Classes | Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm E.A.T
Tuition Fee:
Ksh 35,000
Part-time Remote
Start Date:
October 28th 2024
Course Duration:
12 Weeks
Mode of Learning:
100% Online Classes | Mon - Fri 6 pm - 9 pm E.A.T
Tuition Fee:
Ksh 35,000
Your pathway to a rewarding career in Cybersecurity starts here
Are you new to the world of cybersecurity as a professional, or just interested in getting started in this industry? This introductory course is for you.
Learners explore topics from cyber threats to cyber intelligence while gaining practical insight into governance, risk & compliance. At the end of the course, you will earn a certificate of completion from Moringa and be well-prepared to take up the professional certification exams for beginners such as the (ISC)², Network+, CompTIA A+ etc.
Course Details
Cybersecurity refers to the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks, unauthorized access, damage, or theft. It encompasses a wide range of technologies, processes, and practices designed to safeguard computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks, and data from cyber threats.
If you are looking to start your career in cybersecurity from scratch you qualify. No one is left out!
- High School Graduates: Ideal for recent high school graduates looking to explore and gain early experience in a promising field.
- University Ongoing Students & Graduates: seeking to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and practical, job-ready skills in cybersecurity.
- Professionals interested in changing their careers to cybersecurity.
- Have basic IT/computer skills.
- Proficiency in English – both spoken and written.
- Must have a computer or laptop with the following specs ( core i5 – i7, 8GB RAM, 500GB memory).
- Access to internet
- Must have a desire and curiosity to learn.
- Growing Demand for Cybersecurity Professionals: As cyber threats become more prevalent, there is a high demand for talent, leading to numerous job opportunities and career growth potential.
- Foundation for Further Specialization: Starting with cybersecurity fundamentals can pave the way for more specialized areas within the field, such as ethical hacking, threat intelligence, or security architecture.
- Global Relevance: Cybersecurity knowledge is applicable worldwide, making it easier to find job opportunities in various countries and industries.
- Career readiness: explore job trends and position yourself for a prospective job as the cybersecurity industry continues to grow.
- Upskill in a new field: Learn what cybersecurity is and its potential impact on you & understand the most common threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities. Also, gain insights into how businesses protect their operations from attacks.
If you are in search of a unique learning experience this is the place for you. We guarantee you will learn market-aligned skills through our practical and comprehensive curriculum.
- Practical hands-on learning
- Access to industry-relevant cybersecurity labs & projects
- Dedicated Technical mentor support
- Graduates earn a certificate upon completion of the course
- Access to industry networks through tech events, networking forums & the alumni community
Kickstart your journey to becoming a cybersecurity specialist
Get Started Now - Apply HereIntroduction to Cybersecurity Curriculum
Our curriculum is created by a leading boot camp from the USA – Flatiron School, and verified by Cybersecurity experts with years of real-world industry experience. When you join our Cybersecurity prep course, you’ll be supported by certified technical mentors.
At the end of the course, learners have an opportunity to take an exam for the Certificate in Cybersecurity from (ISC)², the world’s leading cybersecurity professional organization known for the CISSP.
Curriculum Overview
- Basic components of computer systems
- Operating Systems Infrastructure & architecture
- Fundamentals of Networking
- Governance
- Standards and Best Practices
- Privacy
- Corporate Governance
- Business Continuity Planning
- Security Responsibility
- Strategy in cybersecurity processes
- The role of decision-makers in leading strategic planning efforts
- Operational Design in Strategy development, Business and Security Strategy
- The Enemy as a System
- Information Environment (IE)
- Information Superiority (IS)
- Threat Intelligence and Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)
- Learn the phases of the intelligence cycle
- Understand the application of theories and hypotheses in analytical work
- Cyber actors
- Cyber criminal activities
- Nature of cyber crime
- Threat models – Cyber Kill Chain , Diamond Model in CTIl
- Analytical techniques for correlating nexuses of activity
- Social Engineering
- Physical security and importance to information and cyber security
- Incident Response Plan
- System Security Plan
With the increasing reliance on technology and the internet, cybersecurity has become a critical aspect of organizational strategy and individual safety. Are you equipped with the relevant skills?
Career Opportunities
- IT Support Specialist
- Network Administrator
- Threat Intelligence Analyst
- Cybersecurity Intern
- Security Awareness Trainer
While primarily focused on supporting end-users with technical issues, this role often involves basic cybersecurity tasks, such as implementing security protocols and educating users about safe practices.
This position involves managing and maintaining an organization’s network infrastructure, including monitoring for security threats and ensuring network security protocols are in place.
This position involves collecting and analyzing data about potential threats to inform security strategies. Beginners can start with research and data analysis tasks.
Many organizations offer internships that provide hands-on experience in various aspects of cybersecurity. This is a great way to learn on the job and build your resume.
In this role, you develop and deliver training programs to educate employees about cybersecurity best practices, helping to create a security-conscious culture within the organization.
Get started on your journey to becoming a cybersecurity specialist
