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Certified Cyber Security Foundation and Practitioner Combination Training Course
SKU: 5718
Format: Bundle
  • Train with cyber security experts to gain the knowledge required to deliver IT infrastructure, application, information and operational cyber security to your organisation.
  • Industry-leading courses designed to help you significantly enhance your career prospects as a cyber security manager.
  • Fully aligned with CyBOK v1.1 (Cyber Security Body of Knowledge), which is approved by the NCSC (National Cyber Security Centre).
  • Learn from anywhere with this Live Online course or our Self-Paced option that allows you to study your way, keeping travel and costs to a minimum. Find out more.
  • Successful completion of the courses and exams awards the IBITGQ Certified Cyber Security Foundation (C CS F) and Practitioner (C CS P) qualifications and 35 CPD/CPE points.
Description

Training course outline

The Certified Cyber Security Foundation and Practitioner Combination Training Course consists of the Certified Cyber Security Foundation (one-day) and Practitioner (four-day) training courses.

The course content is aligned with CyBOK v1.1. Approved by the NCSC, CyBOK defines and codifies the foundational knowledge required for a cyber security professional.

This Foundation-level and Practitioner-level training programme focuses on building the knowledge associated with the CyBOK categories:

  • Human, Organisational and Regulatory Aspects
  • Attacks and Defences
  • Systems Security
  • Software and Platform Security
  • Infrastructure Security

The course covers:

  • Understanding cyber security fundamentals;
  • Information security frameworks and governance;
  • How to detect and respond to malware attacks and adversarial behaviour;
  • Security operations and incident management concepts;
  • How security can be ensured at the operating system and hypervisor levels;
  • Implementing network and hardware security;
  • Preventing, detecting and mitigating software cyber attacks; and
  • Web and mobile device cyber security.

Certified Cyber Security Foundation and Practitioner Combination Training Course benefits

 Designed by experts

We’re an acknowledged leader in cyber and information security with years of practical, hands-on experience.

 Delivered by professionals

Taught by a cyber security consultant with extensive management and technical experience of helping organisations of all sizes deliver effective cyber security programmes.

 Gain practical experience

Use tools and real-life examples to understand how to apply cyber security controls.

 Build your career in cyber security

Achieve IBITGQ Certified Cyber Security Foundation (C CS F) and Practitioner (C CS P) qualifications.

 Hands-on study

Participate in group discussions and practical exercises, and explore case studies throughout the course.

 Learn from anywhere

Choose whether you attend Live Online or in person at one of our training venues in Ely and London.


Who should attend this course?

These courses are for individuals who wish to develop a successful career in cyber security management and implementation. They are particularly suitable for those who need to improve their technical knowledge of typical cyber security attacks and the security controls required at the network, systems, operational and software levels.

The courses are appropriate for those with foundational IT experience who wish to advance their career, and existing IT professionals such as:

These individuals could be:

  • Network administrators
  • Database administrators
  • Cloud architects
  • IT helpdesk staff

Your Learning Path

Find out how the Certified Cyber Security Foundation and Practitioner Combination Training Course will enhance your knowledge and help you start or boost your career.

The Certified Cyber Security Foundation (C CS F) and Practitioner (C CS P) courses are essential components of the following learning paths:


Why choose IT Governance for your training needs?

  • We’re internationally recognised as the authority on ISO 27001 – Our team led the world’s first ISO 27001 certification project, and since then we have trained more than 8,000 professionals on information security management system (ISMS) implementations and audits.
  • Learn from anywhere – as a company that fully embraces flexible and remote working, we have adjusted our delivery methods to allow you to learn from anywhere. Our Classroom / Live Online delivery option enables you to attend either in person or online.
  • Pass first time or train again for free – we have trained more than 28,000 people and we’re confident you’ll pass with us first time. If you don’t, we’ll train you again for free.*
  • Choose the method that suits you – we offer classroom, instructor-led online, self-paced online, e-learning and in-house training options.
  • Access your training anywhere – all our course materials are provided as a digital copy, allowing you to access them anywhere and at any time. Documents will be made available 20 days before your course.
  • Business solutions to suit you – whether you’re a multinational wanting us to manage all your training needs or a small business wishing to boost your workforce skills, we offer a range of training solutions.
Course details

What does this training course cover?


Certified Cyber Security Foundation

  • Understanding cyber security fundamentals.
  • Information security and governance.
  • Threat, vulnerability, risk assessment and management.
  • Understanding security controls.
  • Information security frameworks.
  • The security lifecycle.
  • The need for operational compliance.

Certified Cyber Security Practitioner

  • Typical malware attacks and how to detect and respond to them.
  • Adversarial behaviours and the frameworks used to understand malicious operations.
  • Fundamental concepts of security operations and incident management.
  • Digital forensic techniques and their application.
  • Introducing cryptography.
  • How security can be ensured at the operating system and hypervisor levels.
  • Distributed systems security.
  • Authorisation, authentication and accountability, and their relationship with access control.
  • Prevention, detection and mitigation of cyber attacks on software applications.
  • Web and mobile device cyber security.
  • Secure software design and the secure software lifecycle.
  • Implementing network security.
  • Hardware security and how it is measured and protected.
  • Research trends and characteristics in the cyber-physical systems security field.
  • Challenges and opportunities of physical layer and telecommunications security.

What’s included in this course?

  • Full course materials (digital copy provided as a PDF file).
  • The Certified Cyber Security Foundation and Practitioner exams.
  • A certificate of attendance.

What equipment do I need?

You will need a laptop for the duration of your course and exams. Our course materials include an interactive PDF and an online quiz tool for knowledge testing. Full details on how to access each exam are provided by email 1–2 days before the exam dates.


Course duration and times

Day 1: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Day 2: 9:30 am – 5:00 pm
Day 3: 9:15 am – 5:00 pm
Day 4: 9:15 am – 5:00 pm
Day 5: 9:15 am – 4:30 pm


Course locations

  • Learn from anywhere with our instructor-led Live Online courses, or Classroom / Live Online delivery options. Learn more.
  • Alternatively, you can study in a classroom at one of our venues in London or Ely (Cambridgeshire).

Are there any prerequisites for this course?

These courses have no entry requirements, but participants should have basic IT knowledge.


Is there any recommended reading?

We recommend that you purchase and read the following textbook before the course:

Exams and qualifications

Certified Cyber Security Foundation and Practitioner exams

Candidates will take the following ISO 17024-certificated IBITGQ exams:

  • C CS F
  • C CS P

Both exams consist of 40 multiple-choice questions, with a pass mark of 65%. There is no extra charge for either exam.

This course is equivalent to:

35

CPD points


What qualifications will I receive?

Certified Cyber Security Foundation (C CS F) and Certified Cyber Security Practitioner (C CS P).


Accreditation

These courses are accredited by IBITGQ (International Board for IT Governance Qualifications).

IBITGQ is a personnel certification body that certifies individuals in the field of IT governance.

IBITGQ is accredited to the ISO/IEC 17024:2012 standard (Conformity assessment – General requirements for bodies operating certification of persons) by IAS (International Accreditation Service). ISO 17024 is a global, industry-recognised benchmark, and qualifications accredited to this standard are recognised and highly valued by employers throughout the world.

You can demonstrate your professional and practical knowledge and expertise by registering your qualifications on the IBITGQ/GASQ successful candidate register.


How will I receive my exam results and certificates?

Provisional exam results will be given immediately after completing the exams. Confirmed results will be issued within ten working days with your certificate(s) to your email address.


Do I need to bring proof of identity?

Candidates must bring a form of photographic ID with them as the invigilator may request to check it before the exam.


Can exams be retaken?

Yes. If you are unsuccessful on the first attempt, you can retake the exam for an additional fee. You can email us to schedule the retest.

Ways to learn

Learn from anywhere with our range of instructor-led courses

Wherever you are in the world, you can now attend an IT Governance online course, and get the full benefit of a classroom session.

To make your life as easy as possible, we offer 3 ways to attend an instructor-led course:

Classroom

Our instructor-led courses are hosted at professional training centres located in major cities across the UK.

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Live Online

Our instructor-led Live Online courses are hosted and delivered live by one of our expert trainers.

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Learn from anywhere

Our instructor-led Classroom / Live Online courses give you the flexibility of attending a classroom course, either in person or by joining the classroom course online.

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The benefits of learning from anywhere

  • Choosing an online option means you save on travel, parking, hotels and other fees.
  • Learn and obtain a professional certification from the comfort of your home.
  • Our courses use the latest conferencing technology that is compatible with all devices.
  • Our trainers focus on maximising audience participation and getting the most out of our online attendees.
  • All trainers have been hand-picked for their technical and practical expertise.
  • You have full control over your course booking, meaning you can edit delegate details, course dates and any special requirements.
  • Our Classroom / Live Online courses give you the full experience of a classroom course, whether you attend in person or to join the classroom online from your home or office.

Find out more about the benefits of learning from anywhere

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1. on 04/11/2022, said:
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Thorough training covering all the essentials in depth and delivered in a clear and friendly manner, supported by a detailed digital manual. Thanks to all at IT Governance
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