Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Course Outline:

Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity

• Understanding the fundamentals of cybersecurity
• Overview of different types of security threats and attacks
• Introduction to security policies, procedures, and standards
• Role and Responsibilities of a cybersecurity professional

Module 2: Network Security

• Understanding network security concepts and protocols
• Securing network devices, such as routers, switches, and firewalls
• Network segmentation and isolation techniques
• Wireless network security and best practices

Module 3: Security Infrastructure and Access Management

• Implementing secure network architecture and design principles
• Access control models and methods
• Identity and access management (IAM) concepts
• Secure authentication and authorization mechanisms

Module 4: Cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

• Introduction to Cryptography and encryption algorithms
• Public key infrastructure (PKI) and certificate authorities (CAs)
• Securing communications with VPNs and secure protocols
• Cryptographic attacks and countermeasures

Module 5: Threats and Vulnerabilities

• Common types of cybersecurity threats and attacks
• Identifying and assessing system vulnerabilities
• Malware types, characteristics, and mitigation strategies
• Social engineering attacks and defensive techniques

Module 6: Risk Management and Incident Response

• Risk assessment and management principles
• Incident response planning and procedures
• Business continuity and disaster recovery planning
• Security awareness and training programs

Module 7: Security Operations and Monitoring

• Security operations and monitoring processes
• Security event and information management (SIEM)
• Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
• Vulnerability scanning and management

Module 8: Application, Data, and Host Security

• Secure software development lifecycle (SDLC)
• Web application security and best practices
• Data classification and protection methods
• Host security, including endpoint protection and hardening

Module 9: Cloud and Virtualization Security

• Introduction to cloud computing and Virtualization
• Cloud security considerations and controls
• Securing virtual environments and hypervisors
• Cloud service models and deployment models

Module 10: Compliance and Operational Security

• Legal and regulatory compliance requirements
• Security policies, procedures, and documentation
• Incident handling and investigations
• Physical security and environmental controls