This week provides an overview of the cybersecurity course structure, goals, and expectations. Trainees undergo a pre-assessment to evaluate their current IT knowledge and identify areas for improvement.

Trainees learn foundational IT concepts, including hardware, software, and operating systems. The week also introduces cybersecurity awareness, emphasizing the importance of securing digital environments against common threats.

A deep dive into essential cybersecurity concepts such as the CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability), threat models, and key terminologies like firewalls, encryption, and malware.

Trainees gain hands-on experience with Linux, the backbone of many cybersecurity tools and environments. They learn essential commands for navigation, file management, and system monitoring.

This week focuses on understanding how networks function, covering topics such as IP addressing, DNS, routing, and protocols like TCP/IP, HTTP, and FTP, forming the basis for network security.

Trainees explore networking simulation with Cisco Packet Tracer and learn how to capture and analyze network traffic using Wireshark, essential tools for network troubleshooting and monitoring.

An in-depth study of common cyber threats, including phishing, ransomware, and DDoS attacks. Trainees learn attack methodologies and basic defense strategies to mitigate these risks.

Mid-course assessment evaluates trainees’ understanding of previous topics. The week also introduces scripting basics, highlighting its importance in automating cybersecurity tasks.

Trainees develop skills in Python and Bash scripting, focusing on automating tasks such as log analysis, vulnerability scanning, and simple network utilities.

This week introduces intrusion detection systems (IDS) and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools like Splunk, helping trainees understand how to monitor and respond to threats effectively.

Trainees participate in a hands-on hacking lab, applying learned concepts to simulated scenarios. The week also includes a thorough revision of all covered topics.

The final week includes a practical assessment to test trainees’ cybersecurity skills. They also receive guidance on creating a professional CV tailored for cybersecurity roles, ensuring they are job-market ready.