Course description

Candidates for this exam are preparing for a job as an entry-level cybersecurity technician or junior analyst. This exam assesses their understanding of key security principles, frameworks, and mindset. Successful candidates will have a keen awareness of how vulnerabilities open a company to security incidents, and how adhering to security principles and implementing benchmarks can help to mitigate the risk of attack. They are developing the investigation and interpretation skills necessary to succeed in the field and have an aptitude and desire to learn more. They are familiar with the toolset used to monitor an endpoint device and network for indications of an incident and can analyze logs to determine whether an escalation should occur. Candidates should have at least 150 hours of instruction or hands-on experience with cybersecurity.

What will I learn?

• Network Security: Implementing measures to protect networks from various cyber threats.
• Ethical Hacking & Vulnerability Assessment: Learning techniques to identify system vulnerabilities before attackers do, often through penetration testing.
• Data Protection & Cryptography: Understanding how to secure information through encryption and other data protection methods.
• Threat Management & Risk Assessment: Developing skills to identify threats, analyze risks, and manage cybersecurity incidents.
• Incident Response & Digital Forensics: Learning how to handle and investigate security incidents, and the process of digital forensics to analyze system logs and recover data.
• Practical, Hands-On Learning: Many Pearson courses emphasize practical skills through simulations, labs, and real-world projects to bridge the gap between theory and practice.
• Industry-Relevant Content: The curriculum is designed to align with current industry standards and technologies, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the evolving digital landscape.

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