Comprehensive Cyber Security Fundamentals
📊 Overall Study Progress
🔒 Security Fundamentals
Master the core principles of cybersecurity including confidentiality, integrity, availability (CIA triad), and fundamental security concepts
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CIA Triad & Security Principles: Learn confidentiality, integrity, and availability - the foundation of all cybersecurity NIST Cybersecurity Framework📝 Notes
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Threat Landscape Overview: Understand modern threats including malware, phishing, ransomware, and advanced persistent threats SANS Threat Intelligence Overview📝 Notes
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Security Controls & Defense in Depth: Explore preventive, detective, and corrective controls with layered security strategies NIST SP 800-53 Security Controls📝 Notes
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Cybersecurity Fundamentals Video Course: Watch comprehensive security fundamentals training 🎥 Cybrary Security Fundamentals Course Free comprehensive course • 8+ hours • Covers CIA triad, threat modeling, and security controls📝 Notes
⚖️ Risk Assessment & Management
Learn to identify, assess, and mitigate cybersecurity risks using industry-standard frameworks and methodologies
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Risk Management Framework (RMF): Master NIST RMF process for categorizing, selecting, implementing, and monitoring security controls NIST Risk Management Framework📝 Notes
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Quantitative vs Qualitative Risk Assessment: Learn different approaches to measuring and prioritizing cybersecurity risks SANS Risk Assessment Fundamentals📝 Notes
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Threat Modeling & Vulnerability Assessment: Use STRIDE, PASTA, and other methodologies to identify and model threats OWASP Threat Modeling Guide📝 Notes
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Risk Assessment Training Video: Watch comprehensive training on cybersecurity risk management 🎥 SANS Cybersecurity Risk Management SANS webcast • 60 minutes • Risk frameworks, assessment methodologies, and mitigation strategies📝 Notes
🛡️ Network Security & Firewalls
Understand network security architecture, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and network monitoring techniques
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Network Security Architecture: Learn network segmentation, DMZ design, and secure network topology principles Cisco Network Security Design Guide📝 Notes
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Firewall Technologies & Configuration: Master packet filtering, stateful inspection, and next-generation firewall features SANS Firewall Fundamentals📝 Notes
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Intrusion Detection & Prevention Systems: Implement and configure IDS/IPS solutions for network monitoring Snort IDS Documentation & Rules📝 Notes
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Network Security Training Course: Watch comprehensive training on network security and defense 🎥 Professor Messer Network Security Course Free comprehensive course • 3+ hours • Network security fundamentals and best practices📝 Notes
🚨 Incident Response & Forensics
Learn to detect, respond to, and investigate cybersecurity incidents using digital forensics techniques and incident response frameworks
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NIST Incident Response Framework: Master the preparation, detection, containment, eradication, and recovery phases NIST SP 800-61 Incident Handling Guide📝 Notes
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Digital Forensics Fundamentals: Learn evidence collection, chain of custody, and forensic analysis techniques SANS Digital Forensics Fundamentals📝 Notes
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Forensics Tools & Techniques: Use Volatility, Autopsy, and other tools for memory and disk forensics Autopsy Digital Forensics Platform📝 Notes
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Incident Response Training Course: Watch comprehensive training on cyber incident response 🎥 Cybrary Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator Professional course • 10+ hours • Incident response and digital forensics📝 Notes
👁️ Security Monitoring & SIEM
Implement comprehensive security monitoring, SIEM systems, and threat detection to maintain continuous security visibility
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SIEM Fundamentals: Understanding Security Information and Event Management systems SANS SIEM Implementation Guide Learn SIEM architecture, log management, and correlation rules📝 Notes
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Log Analysis & Correlation: Master log collection, parsing, and security event correlation 🎥 MITRE ATT&CK Data Sources 25 min tutorial • Log correlation techniques • Threat detection patterns📝 Notes
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Threat Hunting Techniques: Proactive threat detection and investigation methodologies SANS Advanced Security Essentials Hypothesis-driven hunting • IOC development • Behavioral analysis📝 Notes
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SOC Operations & Playbooks: Security Operations Center setup and incident response automation 🎥 SOC Analyst Training Free course • 8 hours • SOC tools and procedures📝 Notes
📋 Compliance & Governance
Establish comprehensive security compliance frameworks and governance structures to meet regulatory requirements and industry standards
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Security Compliance Frameworks: Master SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI DSS requirements NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 Official framework • Risk management • Implementation guidance📝 Notes
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Security Policy Development: Create comprehensive security policies and procedures 🎥 SANS Security Policy Templates Policy templates • 30 min tutorial • Implementation guidelines📝 Notes
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Security Audits & Assessments: Conduct internal audits and prepare for external compliance assessments ISACA Cybersecurity Audit Guide Audit methodologies • Control testing • Documentation requirements📝 Notes
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Data Privacy & Regulations: Navigate GDPR, CCPA, and emerging privacy regulations 🎥 GDPR & Data Protection Compliance Free course • 4 hours • Privacy impact assessments📝 Notes