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Kickstart your career as a Cyber Security Specialist!

Introduction to Cybersecurity: Theory and Practice (223003475)

Duration:

5 August - 11 March

Time:

8:00-16:00

Language:

English

Type:

Beginner Courses

Price:

€ 2554.79

Contact hours:

264 hours

Tools and languages

Python
Wireshark
Nmap
TryHackMe
Burp Suite

Future professions

Cybersecurity Analyst
IT Security Consultant
Incident Response Specialist

About the course

The goal of the Cybersecurity program is to prepare professionals by providing them with essential knowledge and practical skills related to cybersecurity principles and technologies. The course offers an in-depth exploration of three main areas of cybersecurity: Network security, which includes the configuration and management of firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS systems; Operating system security, which focuses on designing and implementing security strategies for Windows and Linux systems, as well as managing user permissions and access control; Application security, which covers the analysis of OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities, secure coding practices, and the basics of cryptography. Throughout the course, participants develop the practical skills needed to effectively protect information systems and data from a wide range of cyber threats and attacks.

CodeAcademy students use the TryHackMe platform for hands-on cybersecurity practice. Through this platform, they complete real-world exercises, strengthen their skills, and solve practical security challenges. Thisexperience helps them be er prepare for careers in the cybersecurity field. Access to the TryHackMe platform is provided free of charge during the course.

Employment opportunities

Programme

  • 1 theme
  • 2 theme

Beginner: Introduction to Cybersecurity 220 hours

Students will gain essential knowledge about the importance of cybersecurity, core concepts, threat identification, and security strategies. They will also become familiar with key aspects of network architecture, including network models, IP addressing, DNS, and DHCP systems. The course will cover Windows and Linux system security, user rights and privilege management, as well as firewall configuration, VPNs, wireless network security, and event monitoring. Later in the course, students will explore web technologies, common security vulnerabilities, and secure programming practices. They will learn the principles of cryptography, encryption methods, hashing functions, and SSL/TLS protocols. The curriculum also includes malware detection, antivirus strategies, and practical approaches to vulnerability management.

Intermediate 44 hours

This course offers a comprehensive overview of identity and access management, including password security, multi-factor authentication (MFA), role-based access control (RBAC), single sign-on (SSO), and federation technologies. Students will explore secure development lifecycle practices, threat modeling, risk assessment, and application security testing. The curriculum also focuses on incident response strategies, digital forensics, and the fundamentals of cloud security — including service models and data protection management. Legal and ethical considerations, such as privacy regulations and compliance strategies, will also be covered.

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Lecturers

Our team of lecturers is a mixture of different IT specialists. Some, like superheroes 🦸, take Top positions in their companies during the day and respond to student calls in the evenings, while others work as freelancers, juggling between clients and students on a daily basis. But they are all 100% ready with the knowledge and experience to help you!🧑‍🎓

Justinas Misiunas

Senior Cyber Security Specialist

Ernestas Mickus

CEO

Study plan

Duration:

5 August - 11 March

Time:

8:00-16:00

Language:

English

Type:

Beginner Courses

Price:

€ 2554.79

Contact hours:

264 hours

Payment options

We offer so many different payout options and benefits that we have created a fee calculator for you to calculate your abilities yourself - just like in a bank. 💸

CodeAcademy Financing

  • Pay by installments – 50 €/month

100% UZT funding

  • Funding from the Employment Service allows retraining for those working and acquiring new competencies for those not working! 🚀
  • Extracurricular scholarships can be awarded to studying students.

Pay when you get employed!

  • Monthly fee – 10% of Net income, with the possibility of a payment holiday of up to 5 months.

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