Cyber Defense & Threat Intelligence
Learn to identify cyber threats, analyze security incidents, detect suspicious activities, and protect digital systems using modern cybersecurity techniques and threat intelligence practices.
Created by Ayan F, Cybersecurity Analyst | 10 Years of Experience in Information Security, Threat Detection & Risk Management
What you'll learn
- By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- 1. Understand cybersecurity fundamentals, common threats, and attack techniques.
- 2. Identify phishing, malware, ransomware, and other common cyber threats.
- 3. Understand network security concepts, protocols, ports, and traffic analysis.
- 4. Analyze security logs to identify suspicious activities and potential attacks.
- 5. Understand Security Operations Center (SOC) workflows and analyst responsibilities.
- 6. Learn the fundamentals of SIEM tools and security event monitoring.
- 7. Understand cyber threat intelligence and the threat intelligence lifecycle.
- 8. Perform basic vulnerability identification and security assessments in authorized environments.
- 9. Understand incident detection, investigation, containment, and recovery processes.
- 10. Explore digital forensics fundamentals and evidence-handling principles.
- 11. Understand threat indicators, including malicious IP addresses, domains, and file hashes.
- 12. Practice investigating simulated security incidents through guided exercises.
- 13. Understand cybersecurity risk management and security best practices.
- 14. Build a foundation for entry-level cybersecurity and SOC analyst roles.
Course curriculum
1 module · 20 lessons · 161 minModule 1Module 1: Introduction20 lessons
- 1 1 Understanding the Importance of Cybersecurity in IT Preview 3 min
- 2 Identifying Common Cyber Threats to Businesses Locked 15 min
- 3 The Concept of a Layered Defense Strategy Locked 4 min
- 4 Making Risk Aware Decisions in Cybersecurity Locked 4 min
- 5 Overview of Cybersecurity Principles Locked 15 min
- 6 6 Exploring the Digital Security Landscape Locked 15 min
- 7 Differentiating Between Vulnerabilities Threats Locked 15 min
- 8 Introduction to Encryption and Its Role in Protect Locked 3 min
- 9 Understanding Authentication, Authorization Locked 3 min
- 10 The Significance of Regular Security Audits and As Locked 4 min
- 11 Phishing Attacks and How to Prevent Them Locked 3 min
- 12 Malware Types and Their Impact on Business Locked 4 min
- 13 Ransomware Prevention and Response Strategies Locked 3 min
- 14 Insider Threats and How to Mitigate Them Locked 3 min
- 15 Denial of Service (DoS) Attacks Explained Locked 15 min
- 16 The Role of Policies and Procedures in Cybersecurity Locked 4 min
- 17 Training Employees on Cybersecurity Best Practices Locked 3 min
- 18 Incident Response Planning and Preparedness Locked 15 min
- 19 Fostering a Security-Aware Culture in the Workplace Locked 15 min
- 20 The Importance of Regularly Updating Security Protocols Locked 15 min
Description
Cyber Defense & Threat Intelligence is a career-focused course designed to help learners understand cybersecurity principles, identify potential cyber threats, and develop practical skills to protect networks, systems, and digital information.
Throughout this course, learners will explore network security, threat intelligence, security monitoring, vulnerability assessment, incident response, and digital forensics fundamentals. They will learn how cybersecurity professionals investigate suspicious activities, analyze security logs, recognize attack patterns, and respond to potential security incidents.
The course introduces industry-relevant security tools and concepts, including Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), threat intelligence platforms, intrusion detection systems, and security operations workflows.
Through practical exercises, simulated security scenarios, and guided projects, learners will develop the foundational skills needed to understand cyber threats and support organizational security operations.
This course is suitable for beginners, students, IT professionals, and aspiring cybersecurity analysts who want to build their cybersecurity knowledge and explore career opportunities in cyber defense.
Your instructor
Ayan F
Cybersecurity Analyst | 10 Years of Experience in Information Security, Threat Detection & Risk Management · 10+ years of experience
I am a Cybersecurity Analyst with 10 years of professional experience in information security, cybersecurity operations, threat detection, vulnerability assessment, and risk management. I am passionate about helping individuals and professionals understand cybersecurity concepts through practical examples and industry-focused learning. My goal is to make cybersecurity accessible to beginners while helping IT professionals strengthen their security knowledge and technical skills. I focus on practical learning, security best practices, threat awareness, and real-world approaches to protecting systems, applications, and data. Through my courses, I aim to help learners develop cybersecurity awareness, understand common security threats, and build a strong foundation for a career in information security.
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