Course details
Course description
Information security is becoming increasingly crucial for all types of organisations. In this course, you’ll explore key information-security concepts. IS THIS COURSE FOR YOU? This course is designed as an introductory-level information security course for anyone looking to develop an understanding of essential IT security concepts. ABOUT THE COURSE As organisations become more dependent on ITsystems to store data, facilitate communication among colleagues and customers, and track business-related statistics, information is becoming more precious and its security increasingly crucial and challenging. In this course, you’ll explore information security concepts and the security-related roles within organisations. You’ll learn about security governance and the activities involved in it. You’ll explore the actions that expose us to security risks, the roles we play in maintaining or breaching security, and the various controls that can be implemented to mitigate risks. You’ll investigate advanced persistent threats (APTs), insider threats, and uncertainty in relation to cybersecurity, as well as the various types of malware and security threats. You’ll also learn effective methods to reduce common security risks that render organisations vulnerable. COURSE CONTENT Module 1 - Getting Started with Security Foundations Module 2 - Information Security Fundamentals Module 3 - Key Security Terms & Concepts Exposure to Security Risks CAREER PATH This course will be helpful to anyone looking to develop a foundational understanding of key information security concepts. Tutor support is available throughout the course as and when required. On successful completion of post assessment a Pitman Training Certificate and CPD points will be awarded. COURSE DURATION 15 hours. CPD POINTS: 15
Entry requirements
There are no pre-requisites for this course.
Course options
Course details
Flexible
8th Mar 2023 to 7th Mar 2024
Cost: £250.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
Pitman Training Edinburgh
4 Queen Street
Edinburgh
EH2 1JE
Course details
Distance learning
8th Mar 2023 to 7th Mar 2024
Cost: £250.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
Pitman Training Edinburgh
4 Queen Street
Edinburgh
EH2 1JE
Course details
Flexible
8th Mar 2023 to 7th Mar 2024
Cost: £250.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
Pitman Training Glasgow
1/1 82 Union Street
Glasgow
G1 3QS
Who to contact
Caroline Meikle
Training Manager for Edinburgh and Glasgow
caroline.meikle@pitman-training.com
01412230090
Course details
Distance learning
8th Mar 2023 to 7th Mar 2024
Cost: £250.00 (ex. VAT)
Venue details
Pitman Training Glasgow
1/1 82 Union Street
Glasgow
G1 3QS
Who to contact
Caroline Meikle
Training Manager for Edinburgh and Glasgow
caroline.meikle@pitman-training.com
01412230090