Day 1: Understanding Cybersecurity Fundamentals (4 hours)
1. Introduction to Cybersecurity (1 hour)
· Overview of cybersecurity
· Importance and impact of cybersecurity
2. Basic Concepts of Networking (1 hour)
· TCP/IP, protocols, and OSI model
· Common networking terms
3. Introduction to Cryptography (2 hours)
· Basics of encryption and decryption
· Types of cryptography (symmetric, asymmetric)
· Key management
Day 2: Cyber Threats and Attacks (3 hours)
4. Types of Cyber Threats (1.5 hours)
· Malware, phishing, ransomware, etc.
· Social engineering attacks
5. Common Attack Vectors (1.5 hours)
· Network attacks
· Web application attacks
· Endpoint attacks
6. Introduction to Security Tools (1 hour)
· Antivirus software
· Firewalls and intrusion detection/prevention systems
Day 3: Cybersecurity Best Practices and Defense Strategies (3 hours)
7. Security Policies and Procedures (1 hour)
· Importance of policies
· Incident response and reporting
8. Access Control and Authentication (1 hour)
· Role-based access control
· Multi-factor authentication
9. Securing Networks and Systems (1 hour)
· Patch management
· System hardening
10. Security Awareness and Training (1 hour)
· Importance of user education
· Creating a security-aware culture
This curriculum provides a balanced overview of cybersecurity fundamentals, threats, and defenses. Depending on the audience’s existing knowledge and background, you may need to adjust the depth of coverage for each topic. Consider including hands-on exercises or case studies where applicable to enhance engagement and understanding.