This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the Linux operating system, a critical platform for cybersecurity and ethical hacking practices. Participants will develop practical skills in navigating the Linux command-line interface, managing file systems, configuring user and group permissions, and monitoring system processes.
The course also introduces basic shell scripting to automate routine administrative and security tasks. Emphasis is placed on preparing and optimizing Linux environments specifically for penetration testing and security assessments, enabling learners to work efficiently within industry-standard tools and frameworks.

Linux architecture and file system hierarchy

Command-line operations and introductory shell scripting

User and group management techniques

File permissions and access control mechanisms

System monitoring and process management

Configuration of Linux environments for ethical hacking activities

Linux System Administration focuses on managing and maintaining Linux-based systems, which are critical for modern IT infrastructure and cybersecurity operations. This module covers core administrative tasks such as user and group management, file system structure, permissions, process control, package installation, service management, and system monitoring.
Learners will gain hands-on experience with command-line operations, shell scripting, and troubleshooting techniques used to ensure optimal system performance and security. By the end of this module, students will be equipped to configure, secure, and manage Linux environments—laying a strong foundation for advanced roles in cybersecurity and network administration.

User and Permission Management

File System Navigation and Configuration

Process and Service Management

Software and Package Management

System Monitoring and Security Hardening

This module introduces learners to the core principles and practices of ethical hacking, emphasizing its critical role in identifying and addressing security weaknesses within systems, networks, and applications. Ethical hacking, also known as white-hat hacking or penetration testing, involves authorized and controlled attempts to simulate cyberattacks to uncover vulnerabilities before malicious actors can exploit them.
Students will explore the methodologies and tools used by ethical hackers, understand the importance of permission and legal boundaries, and learn how to conduct systematic assessments. The module also covers reporting techniques to communicate findings effectively and support organizations in strengthening their cybersecurity posture.

Legal and ethical considerations in penetration testing

Planning and scope definition for authorized hacking

Vulnerability scanning and exploitation techniques

Security control assessment and bypass methods

Documentation and reporting of security findings

The role of ethical hackers in proactive defense strategies

Gain an in-depth understanding of critical cybersecurity threats that commonly target individuals and organizations. Learn how phishing attacks exploit human vulnerabilities by tricking users into divulging sensitive information through fraudulent emails, websites, and communication channels. Examine various password cracking techniques, including brute-force, dictionary, and rainbow table attacks, highlighting the dangers posed by weak authentication practices. Explore the covert operation of keyloggers that capture keystrokes, and spyware that monitors user activity to steal confidential data. This program emphasizes identifying attacker tactics and implementing robust countermeasures. Combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice, you will develop the expertise required to detect, mitigate, and prevent these threats effectively in professional cybersecurity environments.

Proxy Server Architecture

Types of Proxy Servers

Role of Anonymizers in Online Privacy

Applications in Cybersecurity

Detection and Risk Mitigation

Gain a comprehensive understanding of some of the most prevalent and impactful cybersecurity threats targeting individuals and organizations. Explore how phishing attacks manipulate users into revealing sensitive information through deceptive emails, websites, or communication platforms. Study various password cracking techniques such as brute-force, dictionary, and rainbow table attacks, and assess the risks associated with weak authentication mechanisms. Learn how keyloggers operate to covertly capture user keystrokes, and how spyware silently monitors digital activity to extract confidential data. Emphasis is placed on identifying the tactics used by threat actors and implementing effective countermeasures. Through a blend of theoretical insight and practical application, develop the skills necessary to detect, mitigate, and prevent these threats in real-world cybersecurity environments.

Phishing Techniques and Prevention

Password Cracking Methods

Keylogger Functionality and Detection

Spyware Analysis and Mitigation

Real-World Threat Simulation and Response

This section provides a foundational understanding of computer networking essential for cybersecurity professionals. It covers various types of networks, including LAN, WAN, and MAN, alongside common network topologies. Students will study critical communication protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP, and FTP, and gain a thorough understanding of the OSI and TCP/IP models to conceptualize data flow across network layers. The course also explores key networking devices—routers, switches, and firewalls—highlighting their roles in traffic management and security enforcement.
Core concepts of IP addressing and subnetting will be examined to illustrate device identification and network segmentation. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, learners will develop the skills necessary to analyze network structures and implement robust security measures to safeguard digital communications.

Networks and Topologies

Core Network Protocols

OSI and TCP/IP Models

Networking Devices and Their Roles

IP Addressing and Subnetting

The Security Operations Center (SOC) is the frontline defense for any organization’s cybersecurity. It’s where dedicated teams work around the clock to monitor, detect, and respond to security threats in real time. In this part of the course, you’ll learn how SOC teams operate, using advanced tools and processes to quickly identify potential attacks and stop them before they cause harm.
You’ll gain practical experience with technologies like Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems and understand how analysts investigate alerts and manage incidents. This section emphasizes the importance of teamwork, vigilance, and quick decision-making to keep organizations safe. By the end, you’ll be prepared to contribute effectively in a SOC environment and help protect critical digital assets against evolving cyber threats

Continuous Threat Monitoring

Incident Detection and Analysis

Use of SIEM Tools

Incident Response and Mitigation

Collaboration and Communication

Steganography focuses on concealing information within non-secret digital files, such as images, audio, video, or text, in a way that prevents detection. Unlike encryption, which makes data unreadable to outsiders, steganography hides the existence of the data itself, making it a powerful tool for secure communication.
Learners will explore modern techniques used to embed hidden messages within digital media and understand how steganography can be combined with encryption to enhance data protection. The module also includes real-world applications and use cases, as well as tools used to perform and detect steganographic methods.

Steganography and its Role in Cybersecurity

Digital Media Steganography Techniques

Steganography vs Cryptography

Hands-on with Steganography Tools

Detection and Prevention Techniques (Steganalysis)

This module provides a comprehensive overview of cryptography, focusing on its essential role in securing communications against unauthorized access and tampering. Learners will explore the fundamental principles that underpin modern cryptographic systems, including confidentiality, data integrity, authentication, and non-repudiation.
The course covers various cryptographic techniques and protocols designed to protect information exchanged between parties, ensuring that data remains private, accurate, and verifiable. Through practical examples and real-world scenarios, students will understand how cryptography defends against adversaries attempting to intercept or alter sensitive information.

Confidentiality

Data integrity

Authentication

Non-repudiation

This section focuses on understanding how social engineering exploits human behavior to gain unauthorized access to confidential information or compromise security. Key tactics such as phishing, pretexting, baiting, and impersonation will be examined, highlighting how attackers bypass technical defenses by targeting human weaknesses.
In this you will learn to recognize different social engineering methods, evaluate their potential impact on organizational security, and apply practical strategies to prevent such attacks. Emphasis is placed on raising awareness, encouraging adherence to security best practices, and fostering a vigilant approach to minimize the risk posed by these manipulative techniques.

Collection and preservation of digital evidence

Use of forensic tools for data recovery and analysis

Techniques for log examination and incident tracing

Legal and ethical considerations in digital investigations

Preparation and presentation of forensic reports

Cyber forensics focuses on the careful collection, preservation, and analysis of digital evidence to investigate cybercrimes effectively. In this section, students will learn how to trace and examine digital footprints left behind by malicious activities using a variety of forensic tools and techniques. The course emphasizes the importance of maintaining the integrity of evidence and understanding the legal and ethical responsibilities involved in cyber investigations. By gaining hands-on experience in data recovery, log analysis, and incident tracing, students will be prepared to support incident response teams and help protect digital environments through thorough and precise investigative practices.

Collection and preservation of digital evidence

Use of forensic tools for data recovery and analysis

Techniques for log examination and incident tracing

Legal and ethical considerations in digital investigations

Preparation and presentation of forensic reports