Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration

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IBM via Coursera

Meet the key requirements of your role in the cybersecurity domain with Client System Administration, Server Administration and Cryptography by Coursera.

Lavel

Intermediate

Mode

Online

Duration

5 Weeks

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based

Course overview

In this data-driven world, cybercrimes are not unknown to anybody. Cyber offenders seamlessly carry out crimes beyond jurisdictions and on an online interface that is likely to trap anybody. Thus, cybersecurity mandates prove to be a golden weapon at the hands of companies and organisations with huge and sensitive databases. Cybersecurity professionals need to be a step further than offenders and henceforth require holistic knowledge of concepts. 

Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration Certification by Coursera fulfills that requirement and gives course participants the background to understand industry standards and key cybersecurity compliances. The knowledge provided throughout will prove to be beneficial for learners irrespective of the role they wish to partake in an organisation.

Candidates will get a strong grasp of the basic commands for a user and server administration related to security. Endpoint security and patch management have also been sufficiently dealt with. Finally, learners will know more about the in-depth skills around encryption and cryptography to understand their effect on the software. The intended audience of this Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration training course comprises those wishing to acquire a basic understanding of Compliance, Security Frameworks, endpoint management, cryptography, or encryption.

The highlights

  • 11 hours for completion
  • Shareable certificate
  • No prior experience required
  • Offered by IBM
  • Flexible deadlines

Program offerings

  • Graded quizzes
  • Course videos
  • Assignments
  • Readings

Course and certificate fees

Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration

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certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

Coursera

Eligibility criteria

Certification qualifying details

Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration training programme is a three-step process, the first step of which is name/identity verification through a registered account. The second requirement requires a passing grade in all the graded assignments (the course passing threshold should be crossed if the present course is a cumulative graded course). The last and final step is the payment of the certification fee after seven days unless they have been granted financial aid.

What you will learn

Knowledge of cyber security

Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration Classes course brings authentic and exhaustive education of cybersecurity compliances to the comfort of candidates’ computers with hands-on exercises. After completion, participants will find themselves well-versed with key fundamentals including-

  • Candidates can  understand the  differences between endpoint protection and detection
  • They will study how user management is carried out for Linux and Windows
  • They will understand the security vulnerabilities in Windows and Linux
  • Learners will also be aware of the common pitfalls faced with respect to cryptography by organisations while developing products
  • They will get an overview of the roles, functions and designs of user and server administration
  • They shall be able to understand the concept of endpoint protection and patching as concerned with client system administration
  • In this course, learners will know everything about encryption, hashing, digital certificates and encoding with respect to cryptography
  • They will be adept in listing and describing key cybersecurity compliance and industry standards like NIST, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI and SANS

The syllabus

Week 1: introduction to information security and compliance

Videos
  • Course Introduction
  • Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)
  • Governance Components
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework 
  • Elements of Effective Security Compliance
  • Standardize Processes 
  • Automation and Orchestration
  • Change Management

Week 1: Compliance Frameworks and Industry Standards

Readings
  • Course Overview
  • Module 1 Summary: Introduction to Information Security and Compliance
assignments
  • Module 1 Graded Quiz: Introduction to Information Security and Compliance
  • Practice Quiz: Governance, Risk, and Compliance
  • Practice Quiz: Cybersecurity Framework
  • Practice Quiz: Security Management and Oversight
discussion prompt
  • (Optional) CSF Implementation
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  • Reading: Helpful Tips for Course Completion
  • Reading: GRC Tools 
  • Activity: Applying GRC Concepts
  • Reading: Aligning to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • Activity: Align to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
  • Reading: Asset Management
  • Module 1 Glossary: Introduction to Information Security and Compliance

Week 2: Foundations of it service management and risk

Videos
  • Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Overview
  • Key ITIL Processes
  • Risk Management
  • Third-Party Risk Assessment and Management
  • AI Ethics
  • How to Implement AI Ethics
Readings
  • Module 2 Summary: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance
assignments
  • Module 2 Graded Quiz: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance 
  • Practice Quiz: Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
  • Practice Quiz: Risk Management
  • Practice Quiz: AI Ethics and Governance
discussion prompt
  • (Optional) Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance
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  • Activity: Identify the ITIL Phases
  • Reading: ITIL Process Implementation
  • Reading: Risk Analysis
  • Activity: Accept, Transfer, Avoid, or Mitigate?
  • Reading: EU AI Act
  • Activity: Applying AI Ethics 
  • Module 2 Glossary: Foundations of IT Service Management and Risk Governance

Week 3: Understanding cybersecurity laws and regulations

Videos
  • Overview of US Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
  • HIPAA Security Rule
  • Overview of Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations 
Readings
  • Module 3 Summary: Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
assignments
  • Module 3 Graded Quiz: Understanding Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
  • Practice Quiz: US Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
  • Practice Quiz: Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
discussion prompt
  • (Optional) Cybersecurity Laws
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  • Reading: HIPAA Cybersecurity Guidance
  • Activity: Apply HIPAA Guidelines
  • Reading: US Laws and Regulations Cheat Sheet
  • Reading: Applying Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
  • Activity: Apply Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations
  • Reading: Global Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations Cheat sheet
  • Module 3 Glossary: US Cybersecurity Laws and Regulations

Week 4: Understanding cybersecurity standards and Audits

Videos
  • Industry standards 
  • NIST, ISO, and IEEE Overview
  • Security Control Audits 
  • Performing a Security Audit
  • ISACA Frameworks
  • SOC Reports
Readings
  • Module 4 Summary: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Audits
assignments
  • Module 4 Graded Quiz: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Audits
  • Practice Quiz: Cybersecurity Industry Standards
  • Practice Quiz: Audits
discussion prompt
  • (Optional) Conducting Security Audits
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  • Reading: OWASP Use Cases
  • Activity: Applying OWASP Standards
  • Reading: NIST Standards 
  • Reading: ISO Standards
  • Reading: IEEE Standards
  • Reading: COBIT
  • Module 4 Glossary: Understanding Cybersecurity Standards and Audits

Week 5 - Final project

  • Course Summary
  • Congratulations and Next Steps•3 minutes
  • Thanks from the Course Team
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  • Final Project
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  • Final Project Overview
  • Final Project Scenarios

Admission details

Admissions for Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration Certification Training can be made via the course URL. The procedure for admissions has been mentioned below-

Step 1: Visit the given link- https://www.coursera.org/learn/cybersecurity-compliance-framework-standards-regulations

Step 2: Select “Enroll for Free”. 

Step 3: Click "Next" after confirming the name of the course from the list. 

Step 4: You can now pursue the course immediately if you are signed in on Coursera. Register or sign in if otherwise.

Scholarship Details

Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration Online Certification is a paid feature so learners with financial constraints desiring the certification can apply for financial aid through their course URL wherein they need to click on “Learn more and apply” next to “Information about Financial Aid or Scholarships” option. After doing as directed on resulting web pages, candidates have to click on “Continue” to complete their 150-word application wherein they have to enter the minimum fee that they can afford, their annual income, a short note on how they will utilise the learning outcomes, educational specifications, present employment status and reasons specifying the need for Financial Aid.

The final decision regarding the application shall be notified via mail within 15 days.

Note: As an alternative process, learners have to go to the same course page and select the “Enroll for Free” option and the “Financial Aid Available” option immediately thereafter. They must now follow a dialogue box and continue with their application as provided above.

How it helps

Cybersecurity is a booming field that pays well to any professional irrespective of his role in the industry. Organisations and enterprises whether small or big consistently work towards an effective cybersecurity regime to keep their systems and data secure. Acing roles in this field requires expertise in topics like endpoint security and patch management, both of which are fundamental to avoid cyberattacks against an organisation. Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration Certification benefits include scientific learning of such aspects.

Candidates will definitely acquire depth skills centred around encryption and cryptography to help them analyse their impact on the software within a company. Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration Certification Syllabus entails practical exposure to security frameworks and compliance to help learners ace their role as a Junior Cybersecurity Analyst. This professional course caters to multiple specialisations and professional certifications which makes it well-valued by prospective employers. 

Post-completion, candidates can expect better opportunities, kickstart their career in this field or switch job roles without much effort. The best part about this online learning programme is that while the learning outcomes focus on beginners, all of them culminate into professional skills that provide a step up to individuals.

FAQs

Can visually impaired students pursue this online Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration course?

Most features on Coursera's learning interface are equipped with screen readers so visually impaired learners can opt for the same while pursuing this course.

How can candidates verify their name during enrollment?

To do s- after logging in on your account, go to the Settings option next to your name. Look for the Name Verification section and select "Verify My Name". Fill in and submit your request. 

Will the course certificate display the final grade achieved in Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration Certification Online Course?

No, it will only display the name, the logo of IBM, verification URL and identity verification declaration along with the instructor's signature.

Can learners who pay for the certification unregister from this course?

They can only do so as long as they are eligible for a refund.

Can learners access the course even after the cancellation of the free trial?

Yes, the course material will be accessible to free learners for the seven days of their trial.

Can a candidate opt for a refund through the mobile app?

No, a refund can only be initiated on a web browser.

Can learners pay the certification fee in India using NetBanking options in the Cybersecurity Compliance Framework & System Administration online course?

Yes, Coursera provides the option of payment through NetBanking and PayTM.

Can a learner pursue the course once completed?

If the candidate is a paid learner, his subscription will be active for 180 days during which he can pursue the course multiple times.

Can a refund be initiated after the end of the free trial?

No, refunds can only be made before the free trial ends.

Can learners download video modules after the expiry of their subscription?

Yes, they retain access to video modules and transcripts even after the subscription expires.

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