Cybersecurity Testing and Prevention

This course engages you in the world of cybersecurity attack and defense, dealing with both sides and working with the tools associated with security testing within a cloud environment. You’ll gain knowledge on the penetration testing strategies employed by the industry to assess the integrity of their network. You’ll also interpret the results of security scans and deal with mitigation strategies such as vulnerability management. After completing this course, you’ll be able to: • Explain the concept of system testing • Create a penetration test plan • Execute penetration testing on a cloud platform

• How to work with the tools associated with security testing within a cloud environment
• How to create a penetration test plan
• How to execute penetration testing on a cloud platform

• No deep prior experience is required, but basic computer and internet skills are helpful
• Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short practice activities