Pearson
Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialization
Pearson

Practical Cybersecurity Fundamentals Specialization

Cybersecurity Principles and Practices. Learn ethical hacking, incident response, cloud security, and AI security.

Pearson

Instructor: Pearson

Included with Coursera Plus

Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Earn a Certificate
With paid plans
Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Earn a Certificate
With paid plans

What you'll learn

  • Master core cybersecurity concepts, including access control, network security, and incident response.

  • Develop practical skills in ethical hacking, threat hunting, and digital forensics.

  • Explore advanced topics such as cloud security, DevSecOps, IoT security, and AI security.

Details to know

Shareable certificate

Add to your LinkedIn profile

Taught in English
Recently updated!

July 2025

23 practice exercises

See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills

 logos of Petrobras, TATA, Danone, Capgemini, P&G and L'Oreal

Advance your subject-matter expertise

  • Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
  • Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
  • Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
  • Earn a career certificate from Pearson

Specialization - 5 course series

What you'll learn

  • Master core security principles and practices in business continuity, disaster recovery, and incident response.

  • Gain proficiency in network security, access control, and identity management.

  • Explore advanced topics such as software-defined networking, cryptography, and infrastructure as code.

  • Develop practical skills in security operations, network visibility, and segmentation.

Skills you'll gain

Network Security, Cryptography, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Software-Defined Networking, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Infrastructure Security, System Monitoring, Computer Networking, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Security Management, and Encryption

What you'll learn

  • Master incident response processes and automate playbooks for efficient threat management.

  • Develop expertise in threat hunting using the MITRE ATT&CK framework and adversarial emulation tools.

  • Acquire advanced digital forensics skills, including evidence preservation and memory analysis.

  • Enhance your ability to perform comprehensive cybersecurity investigations across diverse devices.

Skills you'll gain

Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Mobile Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, and MITRE ATT&CK Framework

What you'll learn

  • Master passive and active reconnaissance techniques using industry-standard tools.

  • Gain expertise in exploiting system vulnerabilities and understanding OWASP top 10 risks.

  • Develop advanced post-exploitation skills, including evasion and lateral movement.

  • Learn to create effective penetration testing and bug bounty reports.

Skills you'll gain

Exploitation techniques, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, SQL, Network Security, and Cybersecurity

What you'll learn

  • Understand cloud security concepts, including deployment models and security assessments.

  • Master DevSecOps principles and the creation of secure development pipelines.

  • Gain expertise in IoT security, including hacking methodologies and OT security.

  • Learn to implement comprehensive security strategies for modern technological environments.

Skills you'll gain

Cloud Security, DevSecOps, Internet Of Things, Cyber Security Assessment, Cloud Computing, Vulnerability Assessments, Patch Management, Continuous Monitoring, Application Security, Infrastructure Security, and Cloud Services

What you'll learn

  • Understand AI security fundamentals and the importance of securing AI implementations.

  • Identify and mitigate AI-specific threats using frameworks like MITRE ATLAS.

  • Master secure AI development practices, including privacy-preserving techniques and model resilience.

  • Navigate the ethical and legal landscape of AI, ensuring compliance with emerging regulations.

Skills you'll gain

Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Data Integrity, Threat Modeling, Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Security Engineering, Threat Detection, and Information Assurance

Earn a career certificate

Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV. Share it on social media and in your performance review.

Instructor

Pearson
Pearson
268 Courses12,259 learners

Offered by

Pearson

Compare with similar products

Rating
Level
Skills
Tools
Last updated
Number of practice exercises
Degree eligibility
Part of Coursera Plus

You might also like

Why people choose Coursera for their career

Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Coursera Plus

Open new doors with Coursera Plus

Unlimited access to 10,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription

Advance your career with an online degree

Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online

Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business

Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy

Frequently asked questions