Cybersecurity_Level 1

Cybersecurity Analysis: Building Skills for SOC, Incident Response, and Threat Management. This course is very comprehensive, practical, hands-on, and lecture-led!

Investment: 30,000 GMD

Highlights:

This comprehensive cybersecurity training course is designed to prepare students for roles such as Tier 1 and Tier 2 analysts in Security Operations Centers (SOC), Incident Response (IR) teams, and other cybersecurity-focused environments. The program provides in-depth knowledge of security operations workflows, threat detection, and incident response, equipping participants with the skills to handle phishing analysis, manage SIEM tools, triage alerts, and effectively respond to security incidents.

By integrating theoretical instruction, hands-on labs, real-world simulations, and industry-relevant certifications like CompTIA CySA+ and GIAC GCSA, the course ensures students are well-rounded professionals capable of tackling diverse challenges in cybersecurity. With an emphasis on practical exercises, critical thinking, and continuous learning, participants will build the expertise and confidence required to monitor, analyze, and mitigate security threats across various domains, fostering both proactive and reactive approaches essential to modern cybersecurity operations

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity and Networking Fundamentals

• Overview of cybersecurity principles
• Basics of computer networking (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, protocols)
• Operating System Basics: Introduction to Windows and Linux (basic commands and file system structure)

Module 2: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Risk Management 

• Types of threats (e.g., malware, phishing, ransomware)
• Vulnerability analysis and risk mitigation techniques

Module 3: Cyber Defense Tools and Techniques 

• Core concepts of Security Operations
• Introduction to threat detection tools like antivirus, firewalls, and IDS/IPS
• Hands-on: Setting up and using tools like Wireshark or Splunk (light version)

Module 4: Monitoring and Logging Basics 

• Basics of network monitoring and endpoint security
• Introduction to event log analysis using open-source tools

Course Information:

• Classes: Tuesdays and Fridays  4 PM to 6 PM
  
• Course Duration 1,5 Months
  
• Semester starts: March, October , January
• A personal Laptop is necessary but not compulsory
  
• Location: Bakpteh / Kololi Road, Opposite Manjaikunda Park. Manjai Kunda, KMC, Gambia
• Payment option: Bank Transfer at the beginning of the course