Digital Security Specialist
Course Code
HRM-011
Date
27 April - 8 May 2025
Place
Dubai
Fees
3000$
Introduction :
The Digital Security Specialist course is designed to empower individuals and organizations to protect sensitive data and information in the face of growing cyber threats. This training equips participants with the knowledge and skills to detect and prevent cyberattacks, understand encryption basics, manage access control, and implement incident response strategies. It includes practical training in risk analysis and vulnerability handling. This course is essential for anyone aiming to enhance digital security within their environment and is tailored for professionals in both public and private sectors.
Objectives :
- Understand the fundamentals of digital and cyber security.
- Identify various types of cyber threats and attacks.
- Apply protection techniques for networks and systems.
- Gain encryption and data protection skills.
- Analyze vulnerabilities and assess risks.
- Develop and implement cyber incident response plans.
- Manage access policies and user privileges.
- Recognize global standards in digital security.
Target Audience :
- IT and cybersecurity department staff.
- Information systems managers and supervisors.
- Data center and infrastructure personnel.
- Professionals in public and private sectors.
- Digital security and cyber risk consultants.
- Technical support and network engineers.
- Anyone seeking to develop information security skills.
Content Outlines :
Module One: Introduction to Digital Security
- Definition and importance of digital security
- Difference between cybersecurity and information security
- Types of digital threats
- Examples of cyber incidents
- Security challenges in the digital era
- Ethics in digital security
Module Two: Types of Cyber Attacks
- Social engineering attacks
- Malware and spyware
- Denial of Service DDoS attacks
- Exploits and vulnerabilities
- Phishing techniques
- Man-in-the-middle attacks
Module Three: Encryption and Data Protection
- Basics of encryption
- Types of encryption algorithms
- Key management practices
- Database encryption techniques
- Digital signatures
- Securing data in transit
Module Four: Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems
- Types of firewalls
- Functionality of IDS and IPS
- Creating effective security rules
- Security log analysis
- Integration with SIEM systems
- Network protection best practices
Module Five: Risk Assessment and Vulnerability Analysis
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Asset and threat classification
- Vulnerability scanning tools
- Risk prioritization strategies
- Security reporting techniques
- Case studies and real-world examples
Module Six: Cyber Incident Response
- Incident response planning
- Building security emergency teams
- Digital forensic investigations
- Preserving digital evidence
- Documentation and reporting
- Improving future incident handling
Module Seven: Identity and Access Management
- IAM core concepts
- Authentication systems
- SSO and multi-factor authentication
- Password management techniques
- Access policy enforcement
- Access monitoring and compliance
Module Eight: Security Standards and Policies
- ISO 27001 and security frameworks
- Developing security policies
- Internal control mechanisms
- Security change management
- Regulatory compliance practices
- Security auditing techniques
Module Nine: Cloud Security
- Cloud computing risks
- Service models: SaaS, PaaS, IaaS
- Cloud data protection policies
- Cloud encryption tools
- Compliance in cloud environments
- Monitoring cloud activity
Module Ten: The Future of Digital Security
- AI in cybersecurity
- IoT security challenges
- 5G network security
- Machine learning for threat detection
- Post-quantum cryptography
- Trends in the cybersecurity job market