Cybersecurity Training Syllabus (45 Days) – KIT Training Point

Total Duration: 45 Days
Total Hours: 90 Hours (2 Hours per Day)

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity (Day 1-5 | 10 Hours)

• What is Cybersecurity?
  • Overview and Importance
  • The Evolving Landscape of Cyber Threats
  • Types of Cybersecurity Attacks (Malware, Phishing, Ransomware, etc.)
  • Understanding Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA Triad)
  • Key Terminologies in Cybersecurity
• Cybersecurity Frameworks and Standards
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management System
  • Other Industry Standards and Best Practices
• Cybersecurity Tools and Technologies Overview
  • Antivirus, Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM Systems
  • Encryption, VPN, and Secure Communication

Module 2: Networking Fundamentals (Day 6-10 | 10 Hours)

• Basic Networking Concepts
  • OSI and TCP/IP Models
  • Network Devices (Routers, Switches, Firewalls, etc.)
  • IP Addressing and Subnetting
  • Ports, Protocols, and Services
• Network Security Fundamentals
  • Network Segmentation and VLANs
  • VPN and Remote Access Security
  • Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
  • Network Monitoring and Logging

Module 3: Information Security and Cryptography (Day 11-15 | 10 Hours)

• Introduction to Information Security
  • Understanding Information Assurance and Risk Management
  • Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
  • Security Policies and Procedures
• Cryptography Basics
  • Symmetric vs Asymmetric Encryption
  • Hashing and Digital Signatures
  • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Certificates
  • Hands-on: Setting up and Using Encryption Tools

Module 4: Security Operations and Threat Management (Day 16-20 | 10 Hours)

• Security Operations
  • Security Operations Center (SOC) Overview
  • Incident Response and Management
  • Threat Hunting and Intelligence
• Threat Management and Mitigation
  • Identifying and Assessing Security Threats
  • Threat Analysis and Vulnerability Management
  • Understanding Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
  • Hands-on Labs on Threat Detection Tools

Module 5: Penetration Testing & Ethical Hacking (Day 21-25 | 10 Hours)

• Introduction to Penetration Testing
  • Understanding Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing Phases
  • Tools of the Trade: Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite
  • Vulnerability Scanning and Exploitation
• Hands-on Penetration Testing Lab
  • Reconnaissance and Information Gathering
  • Web Application Testing
  • Exploiting Network Vulnerabilities
  • Report Writing and Remediation Suggestions

Module 6: Malware Analysis and Mitigation (Day 26-30 | 8 Hours)

• Malware Basics
  • Types of Malware: Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Ransomware
  • Malware Delivery Methods
  • How Malware Operates and Spreads
• Malware Analysis
  • Static and Dynamic Malware Analysis Techniques
  • Sandboxing and Analyzing Malware Samples
  • Identifying and Removing Malware
• Malware Mitigation Strategies
  • Antivirus Software, Endpoint Protection
  • Behavioral Analysis and Anomaly Detection

Module 7: Web and Application Security (Day 31-35 | 8 Hours)

• Web Application Security
  • Common Web Application Vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10)
  • Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), SQL Injection, CSRF
  • Secure Software Development Practices
• Application Security Tools
  • Using OWASP ZAP and Burp Suite for Penetration Testing
  • Secure Code Review and Best Practices
  • Hands-on Lab: Exploiting and Securing Web Applications

Module 8: Cloud Security and Virtualization (Day 36-40 | 8 Hours)

• Cloud Security Essentials
  • Introduction to Cloud Computing and Types (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
  • Cloud Security Risks and Challenges
  • Shared Responsibility Model in Cloud Security
• Virtualization and Container Security
  • Understanding Virtualization Technologies (VMware, Hyper-V)
  • Securing Virtual Machines and Containers (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Hands-on: Configuring Cloud Security for AWS and Azure

Module 9: Compliance, Legal Issues, and Cybersecurity Laws (Day 41-45 | 8 Hours)

• Compliance and Regulatory Frameworks
  • GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and Other Regulations
  • Compliance Audits and Assessments
  • Building a Security-Compliance Framework
• Legal and Ethical Issues in Cybersecurity
  • Cybersecurity Laws and Policies
  • Ethics of Hacking and Privacy Laws
  • Cybercrime and Legal Implications
• Final Exam Preparation and Review
  • Mock Exams
  • Hands-on Labs Review
  • Interview Preparation and Career Guidance