Introduction to Cybersecurity

Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Library Service

Description

Introduction to Cybersecurity

The Introduction to Cybersecurity course explores the broad topic of cybersecurity in a way that matters to you. Learn how to protect your personal data and privacy online and in social media, and why more and more IT jobs require cybersecurity awareness and understanding.

• Learn what cybersecurity is and what it means for you personally and professionally.

• Learn how to be safe online by understanding the most common threats, attacks and vulnerabilities.

• Find out how businesses protect their operations from cyber attacks and why jobs are growing.

• Study at your own pace and reinforce your understanding with activities and quizzes.

• Connect with the global Cisco Networking Academy community.

Career pathway

The demand for cybersecurity experts has grown 3 times faster than any other IT job role, and training a cybersecurity workforce is a priority of many governments.

From confidential company data to personal information, more connections make data more vulnerable to attacks, increasing the demand for professionals with cybersecurity skills.

Duration: 15 hours
Level: Beginner
Language: English
On a library computer: Yes
On your own device using library wi-fi: Yes
Over the internet at home: Yes