ISC2

Security Principles

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5 hours (approximately)
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5 quizzes

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

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Beginner level

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5 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
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There are 7 modules in this course

After completing this chapter, the participant will be able to:  Discuss the foundational concepts of cybersecurity principles. Recognize foundational security concepts of information assurance. Define risk management terminology and summarize the process. Relate risk management to personal or professional practices. Classify types of security controls. Distinguish between policies, procedures, standards, regulations and laws. Demonstrate the relationship among governance elements. Analyze appropriate outcomes according to the canons of the (ISC)2 Code of Ethics when given examples. Practice the terminology and review security principles.

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1 video1 reading

Throughout this module, we will focus on Information Assurance.

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3 videos8 readings1 quiz

Throughout this module, we will focus on the Risk Mitigation Process.

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5 videos10 readings1 quiz

Throughout this module, we will focus on Security Controls.

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1 video4 readings1 quiz

Throughout this module, we will focus on Governance.

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1 video5 readings

Throughout this module, we will focus on the (ISC)² Code of Ethics.

What's included

1 video1 reading1 quiz

This module will test your knowledge on what you have learned throughout this course.

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2 videos2 readings1 quiz1 peer review

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4.7 (83 ratings)
(ISC)² Education & Training
ISC2
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