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CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional Specialization

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CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional Specialization

CISSP: Advance Your Career in Information Security. Prepare for the 2024 CISSP exam with this comprehensive course covering Security & Risk Management, Asset Security, Security Architecture, and more. Master essential concepts to pass the CISSP exam and excel in your cybersecurity career.

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

(103 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

What you'll learn

  • Classify assets and apply appropriate data protection methods.

  • Demonstrate secure software development practices.

  • Analyze cybersecurity threats and evaluate mitigation strategies.

  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and design effective penetration tests.

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Taught in English
16 practice exercises

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Specialization - 8 course series

What you'll learn

  • Apply security control frameworks such as ISO and NIST in real-world scenarios.

  • Evaluate risks, threats, and vulnerabilities to manage and mitigate them effectively.

  • Create business continuity and disaster recovery plans tailored to organizational needs.

  • Ensure compliance with global and U.S. legal regulations through analysis and application.

Skills you'll gain

Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Security Controls, Threat Management, NIST 800-53, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Compliance Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Continuous Monitoring, Business Continuity, and ISO/IEC 27001

What you'll learn

  • Manage data throughout its lifecycle by ensuring appropriate retention and protection measures.

  • Implement security measures for data at rest, in transit, and in use across various systems.

  • Apply modern data protection methods, including DRM, DLP, and CASB, in organizational settings.

  • Analyze and tailor security controls to effectively meet specific organizational requirements.

Skills you'll gain

Data Loss Prevention, Data Security, Security Management, Information Management, Data Governance, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Data Management, Information Systems Security, Personally Identifiable Information, and Encryption

What you'll learn

  • Understand and implement common security models, including Bell-LaPadula and Biba, in system design.

  • Identify vulnerabilities in client-server, cloud, and IoT systems, and develop strategies to mitigate them.

  • Utilize cryptography and PKI to secure sensitive data and communications.

  • Design and implement physical security controls to safeguard facilities and infrastructure.

Skills you'll gain

Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Controls, Computer Security, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Hardening, Infrastructure Security, IT Security Architecture, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Encryption, Security Engineering, Data Integrity, Application Security, and Threat Modeling

What you'll learn

  • Secure wired and wireless networks using modern technologies such as micro-segmentation.

  • Analyze network performance metrics and implement traffic flow strategies to optimize security.

  • Implement endpoint security measures and protect against vulnerabilities in diverse network environments.

  • Prepare for the CISSP exam by applying networking security concepts in real-world scenarios.

Skills you'll gain

Network Security, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Security, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, Encryption, Infrastructure Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), IT Security Architecture, Remote Access Systems, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Monitoring, TCP/IP, Endpoint Security, Network Performance Management, and Routing Protocols

What you'll learn

  • Manage authentication, authorization, and accounting processes within IAM systems to ensure secure access.

  • Utilize protocols like OAuth, SAML, and RADIUS to enhance authentication security and prevent breaches.

  • Perform identity lifecycle management tasks, including provisioning, deprovisioning, and access reviews, to maintain secure identities.

  • Apply Federated Identity Management (FIM) to enable secure cross-domain access for users and systems.

Skills you'll gain

OAuth, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), User Accounts, User Provisioning, Security Controls, Authentications, Single Sign-On (SSO), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, and Cryptographic Protocols

What you'll learn

  • Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration tests using industry-standard methodologies.

  • Analyze test data and develop remediation strategies based on findings to enhance security.

  • Perform internal and external security audits to ensure compliance and effective risk management.

  • Prepare for the CISSP exam by applying a deep understanding of security assessment and testing principles.

Skills you'll gain

Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Requirements Analysis, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Modeling, Security Strategy, Vulnerability Management, Data Security, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, and Security Controls

What you'll learn

  • Apply incident response strategies to handle security breaches and vulnerabilities effectively.

  • Develop and test disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure organizational resilience.

  • Manage patch and change management processes to maintain system security and resiliency.

  • Implement physical security controls to protect personnel and facilities from physical threats.

Skills you'll gain

Patch Management, Change Control, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, Hardening, Security Controls, Safety and Security, Incident Management, Threat Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Operations, Security Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Business Continuity Planning, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management, Incident Response, and Continuous Monitoring

What you'll learn

  • Apply secure coding standards to reduce vulnerabilities at the source-code level.

  • Conduct comprehensive application security testing and manage post-deployment risks effectively.

  • Implement auditing, logging, and change management processes to ensure secure software development and maintenance.

  • Assess the security of third-party, open-source, and cloud-based software to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Skills you'll gain

Security Testing, Software Configuration Management, Application Security, Secure Coding, Threat Modeling, Software Development Methodologies, System Configuration, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management Framework, Software Testing, Software Development, Cloud Security, Application Programming Interface (API), and DevSecOps

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