Fundamentals of Cyber Security Hygiene CHA101 - Qualification
Telephone: 01792 284400 Email: training@gcs.ac.uk
Overview
This one day course will help you establish the fundamental knowledge, skills and experience to navigate the digital landscape confidently and securely.
You will explore a range of topics including digital footprints, the fundamentals of cyber security, information security and basic data protection strategies.
You will learn:
- The cyber landscape, recognising the significance or individual and organisational roles in maintaining digital safety
- The threat and impact of social engineering on an organisation
- An awareness of best practices to safeguard personal and organisational data from potential threats, ensuring integrity, confidentiality and availability
Key information
This course is suitable for anyone who wants to learn more about cyber security.
Learners will receive six hours of CPD credits for attending this course.
Module one – Introduction to cyber security
Introduction to cyber security
- Cyber security
Introduction of information security
- Information security
- Information ecosystem
- Pillars of information security (CIA triad)
- Activity on CIA
Information security vs Cyber security
Key security terms
Social engineering
Phishing
Vishing and smishing
Baiting
Tailgating and piggybacking
Case study social engineering
Module two – Digital date footprints
Digital data footprints
- Types of digital footprints
- How to manage
- Activity and case study
Password security
- Password manager
- Multi-factor authentication
Backup
Module three – Legislation (GDPR and DPA)
Legislation (GDPR and DPA)
- What does it mean in cybersecurity
- Case study
Summary and recap
Murder mystery
CHA201 Intermediate Cyber Security Awareness for Business
The course will be delivered by Gower College Swansea partners, Wales Cyber Innovation Hub.