Introduction to Cybersecurity

Buckinghamshire Council-Buckinghamshire Libraries

Description

Introduction to Cybersecurity

Welcome to Buckinghamshire Libraries

In partnership with Cisco Netacad we offer a flexible way of learning at a time and a location that suits you, providing self-paced introductory courses which enable you to take your first steps on your path to becoming an IT professional.

You can join Buckinghamshire Libraries and access a wide range of digital and print resources. Every library has free wi-fi, and members of the library can get an hour’s free computer use every day.

To enroll yourself in the course fill in your email address and submit. Then proceed with registration in Cisco Networking Academy.

Course summary

The Introduction to Cybersecurity course explores the broad topic of Cybersecurity. Learn how to protect your personal data and privacy online and in social media, and why more and more IT and other 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.

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

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