Advanced Security Strategies and Incident Response
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Advanced Security Strategies and Incident Response
This course is part of CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-701): The Total Course Specialization
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What you'll learn
Harden virtual and cloud environments using advanced security techniques like DMZs, hypervisors, and SDNs.
Secure IoT, mobile devices, and industrial systems with focused strategies and threat mitigation.
Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and forensic investigations.
Skills you'll gain
- Vulnerability Scanning
- Cyber Attacks
- Security Testing
- Cloud Security
- Hardening
- Cybersecurity
- Security Controls
- Penetration Testing
- Security Strategy
- Incident Response
- Vulnerability Assessments
- Incident Management
- Application Security
- Infrastructure Security
- Cyber Security Strategy
- Information Systems Security
- Secure Coding
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There are 6 modules in this course
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This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. Delve into advanced cybersecurity tactics with this extensive course that bridges security strategies and incident response. Designed for IT professionals and enthusiasts, this course equips you with the skills needed to secure virtual, cloud, mobile, and dedicated systems while mastering incident handling and forensics. Gain the expertise to prevent, detect, and respond to sophisticated threats while ensuring business continuity. Begin your journey by securing virtual and cloud environments, and exploring containerization, hypervisors, and cloud service models. Learn to defend public servers against DDoS and other attacks. The course progresses into securing dedicated systems like IoT and industrial control systems, with an emphasis on mobile device hardening and embedded technologies. Each module combines theoretical understanding with practical labs. Advance in secure protocols and applications, where you'll tackle DNS, FTP, and web security through labs and real-world scenarios. Explore vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and the latest security frameworks like OWASP and NIST. Finally, master incident response by creating robust plans, conducting forensic investigations, and implementing business continuity strategies to minimize downtime and data loss. Tailored for intermediate to advanced learners, this course is ideal for cybersecurity professionals, IT administrators, and students seeking to refine their expertise in security architecture and incident management. Prior IT knowledge is recommended for optimal learning.
In this module, we will explore the intricacies of securing virtual and cloud environments, including defense strategies for public servers, mitigation techniques for common attacks, and the role of containers and software-defined networking. You'll gain insights into cloud service models, deployment methodologies, and hands-on techniques such as working with Docker containers and securing cloud resources.
What's included
11 videos2 readings1 assignment
11 videosβ’Total 69 minutes
- Defending a Public Serverβ’1 minute
- Common Attacks and Mitigationsβ’10 minutes
- DDoS Attacks in the Real Worldβ’3 minutes
- Containers and Software-Defined Networkingβ’11 minutes
- Hypervisors and Virtual Machinesβ’8 minutes
- Cloud Deployment Modelsβ’9 minutes
- Cloud Service Modelsβ’8 minutes
- Securing the Cloudβ’10 minutes
- Chapter 9 Exam Question Reviewβ’2 minutes
- Docker Container Labβ’4 minutes
- Chapter 9 Ask Me Anything (AMA)β’2 minutes
2 readingsβ’Total 20 minutes
- Introduction to the Course 'Advanced Security Strategies and Incident Response'β’10 minutes
- Full Specialization Resourcesβ’10 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Securing Virtual and Cloud Environments - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will focus on the security of dedicated and mobile systems, covering embedded systems, industrial control systems (ICS), and IoT devices. The module delves into communication standards, challenges of securing constrained devices, and strategies for deploying and hardening mobile devices to ensure a robust defense.
What's included
9 videos1 assignment
9 videosβ’Total 64 minutes
- Embedded Systemsβ’13 minutes
- Industrial Control System (ICS)β’7 minutes
- Internet of Things (IoT) Devicesβ’10 minutes
- Connecting to Dedicated and Mobile Systemsβ’11 minutes
- Security Constraints for Dedicated Systemsβ’5 minutes
- Mobile Device Deployment and Hardeningβ’11 minutes
- Chapter 10 Exam Question Reviewβ’3 minutes
- Smartphone Hardening Labβ’3 minutes
- Chapter 10 Ask Me Anything (AMA)β’2 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Securing Dedicated and Mobile Systems - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will examine secure protocols and application security, addressing risks such as DNS poisoning, FTP weaknesses, and web application vulnerabilities. Topics include mitigation of Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) and Request Forgery attacks, secure coding principles, and hands-on demonstrations with OWASP ZAP.
What's included
11 videos1 assignment
11 videosβ’Total 65 minutes
- DNS Securityβ’5 minutes
- FTP Packet Captureβ’3 minutes
- Secure Web and E-mailβ’12 minutes
- Request Forgery Attacksβ’5 minutes
- Cross-Site Scripting Attacksβ’7 minutes
- Web Application Securityβ’5 minutes
- OWASP Top 10β’12 minutes
- Web App Vulnerability Scanningβ’6 minutes
- Chapter 11 Exam Question Reviewβ’3 minutes
- OWASP ZAP Web App Scan Labβ’4 minutes
- Chapter 11 Ask Me Anything (AMA)β’2 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Secure Protocols and Applications - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will delve into the methods and tools used for testing infrastructure security. From social engineering attacks to vulnerability assessments and penetration testing, this section equips you with the skills to assess and strengthen your organizationβs defenses using real-world scenarios and tools like Metasploit.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
7 videosβ’Total 40 minutes
- Testing Infrastructure Overviewβ’5 minutes
- Social Engineering Attacksβ’5 minutes
- Vulnerability Assessmentsβ’9 minutes
- Penetration Testingβ’10 minutes
- The Metasploit Frameworkβ’8 minutes
- Chapter 12 Exam Question Reviewβ’2 minutes
- Chapter 12 Ask Me Anything (AMA)β’2 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Testing Infrastructure - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will analyze the impact of cybersecurity on business operations, focusing on strategies like BIA, third-party risk management, and change management. Explore automation and orchestration tools, and understand their benefits and applications in enhancing operational resilience.
What's included
17 videos1 assignment
17 videosβ’Total 111 minutes
- Introduction to Business Securityβ’6 minutes
- Business Impact Analysisβ’9 minutes
- Data Types and Rolesβ’11 minutes
- Personnel Risk and Policiesβ’10 minutes
- Attestationβ’3 minutes
- Internal Audits and Assessmentsβ’5 minutes
- External Audits and Assessmentsβ’6 minutes
- Third-Party Risk Managementβ’8 minutes
- Agreement Typesβ’6 minutes
- Change Managementβ’4 minutes
- Technical Change Managementβ’7 minutes
- What Is Automation and Orchestration?β’4 minutes
- Benefits of Automation and Orchestrationβ’3 minutes
- Use Cases of Automation and Orchestrationβ’8 minutes
- Other Considerations of Automation and Orchestrationβ’5 minutes
- Putting It All Togetherβ’6 minutes
- Exploring the NIST Frameworksβ’8 minutes
1 assignmentβ’Total 15 minutes
- Business Security Impact - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
In this module, we will cover all aspects of incident response, from developing an effective IRP to testing and refining response strategies. Learn about frameworks like the Cyber Kill Chain, digital forensics techniques, and business continuity practices to minimize the impact of security incidents.
What's included
10 videos1 reading3 assignments
10 videosβ’Total 52 minutes
- Incident Response Overviewβ’3 minutes
- Incident Response Plans (IRPs)β’6 minutes
- IRP Testingβ’6 minutes
- Threat Analysis and Mitigating Actionsβ’8 minutes
- Digital Forensicsβ’5 minutes
- Business Continuity and Alternate Sitesβ’6 minutes
- Data Backupβ’10 minutes
- Chapter 14 Exam Question Reviewβ’1 minute
- Autopsy Forensic Browser Labβ’5 minutes
- Chapter 14 Ask Me Anything (AMA)β’2 minutes
1 readingβ’Total 10 minutes
- Conclusion to the Course 'Advanced Security Strategies and Incident Response'β’10 minutes
3 assignmentsβ’Total 90 minutes
- Dealing with Incidents - Assessmentβ’15 minutes
- Full Course Assessmentβ’60 minutes
- Full Course Practice Assessmentβ’15 minutes
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