CERTIFIED CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (CCSS)

TRAINING OVERVIEW

The Certified Cybersecurity Specialist (CCSS) course offered by DixonTech provides participants with an immersive learning experience covering cybersecurity definitions, principles, practices, and industry standards. In response to the rapidly evolving cyber landscape, the course aims to equip participants with practical skills to effectively mitigate organizational risks. Beyond theoretical concepts, participants engage in comprehensive modules focused on understanding asset security, employing endpoint security measures, and mastering secure design principles and cryptography. Emphasizing the words of cybersecurity luminary Bruce Schneier, “Security is a process, not a product,” the course adopts a holistic approach, highlighting the management of diverse controls—technical, physical, and managerial—to ensure organizational security. With the global cybersecurity market projected to reach $345 billion by 2026 (Statista), there is a clear demand for skilled professionals in the field. Participants gain expertise in designing security programs, utilizing cyber threat intelligence and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) for threat detection and response, and conducting business impact analysis to ensure business continuity and disaster recovery. Moreover, the course provides essential training in incident management, enabling participants to effectively handle cybersecurity incidents and safeguard organizational assets.

TRAINING TOPICS

• Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
• Risk Management
• Asset Management
• Security Controls
• Security Education, Training, and Awareness (SETA)
• Threat Management
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
• Incident Management

By the end of this training course, delegates will be able to

• Apply skills for identifying, assessing, analysing, responding to, and monitoring risks and threats within the organization, facilitating informed decision-making and proactive risk mitigation
• Master principles of asset security, including endpoint security, resilient architectures, secure design, SDLC practices, configuration management, and cryptography
• Implement a holistic security approach by deploying and managing technical, physical, and managerial controls to ensure a robust and comprehensive security posture
• Utilize knowledge and skills in leveraging cyber threat intelligence and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) for proactive identification, response, and mitigation of potential cyber threats
• Conduct business impact analyses, create business continuity plans, and craft disaster recovery plans to ensure effective organizational sustainability and recovery from disruptive incidents

Target Competencies

• Information security management
• Development of IT policies and procedures
• Applications of cybersecurity solutions
• Threat Intelligence
• Incident management and response

TRAINING IS TAILORED TO

This course is suitable for anyone already familiar and involved with IT / Cyber / Digital Security, and seeking to build on their fundamental principles of security. This includes, but is not limited to, IT professionals, security professionals, auditors, system administrators, general management, and anyone who is tasked with managing and protecting the integrity of the network/organizational infrastructure. 

TRAINING METHODOLOGY

The Certified Cybersecurity Specialist (CCSS) Training by DixonTech provides a comprehensive and rigorous program designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the dynamic field of cybersecurity. Covering a wide array of topics including cybersecurity fundamentals, industry best practices, and hands-on training in the latest tools and techniques, this course ensures participants are well-prepared to tackle the evolving challenges of the cyber landscape. As renowned cybersecurity expert, Edward Snowden, once said, “Arguing that you don't care about the right to privacy because you have nothing to hide is no different from saying you don't care about free speech because you have nothing to say.” This sentiment underscores the critical importance of cybersecurity in today's digital age. With a focus on practical applications and real-world scenarios, participants will emerge from the CCSS Training with the expertise and confidence to navigate complex cybersecurity issues and safeguard against potential threats.

DAY ONE

FUNDAMENTALS OF CYBERSECURITY

• Definitions
• Security concepts and definitions
• Cybersecurity standards

Risk Management

• Risk and threat landscape
• Risk assessment, evaluation, and analysis
• Risk response
• Risk monitoring and reporting

DAY TWO

ASSET MANAGEMENT

• Endpoint security
• Creating a secure architecture
• Secure by design
• System development lifecycle
• Device configuration
• Overview of cryptography

SECURITY CONTROLS

• Technical controls
• Physical controls
• Administrative controls

DAY THREE

SECURITY EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND AWARENESS (SETA)

• Developing a security education, training, and awareness program
• Developing and measuring against SETA metrics

Threat Management

• Cyber Threat Intelligence
• Open-Source Intelligence overview

DAY FOUR

BUSINESS CONTINUITY AND DISASTER RECOVERY

• Business impact analysis
• Business continuity planning
• Disaster recovery planning

DAY FIVE

INCIDENT MANAGEMENT

• Incident management and incident response overview
• Incident handling life cycle
• Digital forensics principles