Your Ultimate Handbook for Mastering Cybersecurity, Ethical Hacking & Information Security
Cybersecurity is a course that covers the principles, tools, and practices used to protect systems, networks, and data from digital threats. It focuses on identifying vulnerabilities, implementing security measures, and responding to cyberattacks to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. The course also explores ethical hacking, cryptography, and security protocols, preparing learners to defend against evolving cyber threats in a connected world.
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THE ONLY Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking & Information Security COURSE THATMakes You Industry-Ready & Future-Proof
Prepare for high-demand roles like Cybersecurity Analyst, Ethical Hacker, and IT Security Specialist with this comprehensive course designed for the evolving digital threat landscape.
Gear up for industry-recognized certifications like CEH, CISSP, and CompTIA Security+ with structured lessons, hands-on labs, and expert guidance to ensure certification success.
Gain real-world experience with simulated hacking environments. Master penetration testing, vulnerability assessment, and IT security protocols through hands-on exercises and real-time scenarios.
Our Curriculum
Expert-Design Course Structure
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Why Learn This
This module introduces fundamental cybersecurity concepts and ethical hacking principles, providing students with an understanding of the cybersecurity landscape, threat actors, attack methodologies, and professional opportunities in the field of information security.
1.Definition and history of hacking, technical fundamentals of security exploitation, and the difference between ethical and malicious hacking activities
2.Classification of hackers based on intent and methodology, including white hat, black hat, grey hat, script kiddies, hacktivists, and state-sponsored actors
3.Overview of common hacking methodologies and attack vectors including social engineering, password cracking, phishing, ransomware, DDoS, and system vulnerabilities
4.Exploration of professional cybersecurity roles, ethical hacking certifications, career paths, and the growing importance of security professionals in protecting digital infrastructure
Networking Concepts
Why Learn This
This course provides essential knowledge of computer networking concepts critical for cybersecurity professionals and IT engineers. Understanding networking principles enables proper implementation of security measures, effective troubleshooting, and design of robust network infrastructures. Students will learn network architecture, protocols, addressing schemes, and communication processes that form the backbone of modern digital communications.
1.Introduction to computer networks, network types (LAN, WAN, MAN), network topologies, and the fundamental principles of digital communication
2.Comprehensive breakdown of the seven-layer OSI reference model, layer-specific protocols, and the relationship between layers in data transmission
3.IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes, subnetting, CIDR notation, public vs private IP ranges, and address resolution protocols
4.Functionality and operation of switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers, and other critical networking hardware components
5.Common network ports, well-known services, socket programming concepts, and the role of ports in application communication
6.TCP connection establishment process, session management, connection termination, and the technical details of reliable data transmission
Operating Systems & Virtualization
Why Learn This
This course provides a comprehensive foundation in operating system concepts with special focus on security applications. Understanding various operating systems and virtualization technologies is essential for cybersecurity professionals to create testing environments, analyze vulnerabilities, and implement security measures across different platforms. Students will learn about major OS types, their security implications, and practical virtualization skills.
1.Overview of major operating system families including Windows, Linux, macOS, and mobile operating systems, their architectures, and security models
2.Specialized security-focused operating systems like Kali Linux, Parrot OS, and BlackArch, their tools, and applications in ethical hacking and penetration testing
3.Virtualization concepts, hypervisors (Type 1 and Type 2), virtual machine creation, resource allocation, and secure OS installation techniques
4.Linux architecture, distributions comparison, kernel operations, file system structure, and security features relevant to cybersecurity professionals
5.Essential Linux command-line operations for system navigation, file manipulation, user management, networking, and security assessment
Lab Creation
Why Learn This
Creating secure testing environments is essential for practicing cybersecurity concepts and vulnerability analysis without affecting production systems. This module covers setting up isolated virtual labs with security-focused operating systems and intentionally vulnerable applications for hands-on practice in a controlled environment.
1.Platform setup, resource allocation, networking configuration, snapshot management
2.Security distribution setup, system updates, package management, user configuration
3.Apache/Nginx deployment, virtual hosts, SSL setup, basic security configurations
4.DVWA, OWASP WebGoat, Juice Shop, isolated environment configuration
Information Gathering & Footprinting
Why Learn This
Information gathering is the critical first phase of any security assessment or penetration test. This course covers methodologies and tools for collecting intelligence about target systems, networks, and organizations through passive and active reconnaissance techniques, providing the foundation for effective vulnerability assessment.
1.Reconnaissance types, OSINT framework, Ethical considerations, Legal boundaries
2.Maltego, Shodan, Recon-ng, theHarvester, Social-Engineer Toolkit
3.Domain information, Network ranges, Employee details, Technology stack, Business relationships
4.DNS records, Subdomains, IP blocks, Open ports, Web technologies, CMS identification
5.Advanced search operators, Custom dork creation, Automation techniques, Resource discovery
Scanning Networks
Why Learn This
Network scanning is a crucial phase in security assessment that identifies live systems, open ports, and running services. This course covers techniques and tools for discovering network topology, operating systems, and security controls, providing essential skills for network enumeration and vulnerability assessment.
1.Fingerprinting techniques, TTL analysis, Banner grabbing, Stack behavior analysis
2.Port scanning methodologies, Service enumeration, Version detection, Protocol analysis
3.Evasion techniques, Rule detection, False positive generation, Defense system identification
READY FOR CYBER SECURITY ROLES
Covering all modules above makes you ready to apply for cyber security roles
Enumeration & Vulnerability Analysis
Why Learn This
Enumeration and vulnerability analysis are essential phases in security assessments that identify system weaknesses and potential attack vectors. This course covers methodologies and tools for deep system enumeration and vulnerability detection across networks, applications, and infrastructure components.
1.SMTP enumeration, DNS enumeration, LDAP enumeration, SMB enumeration
2.Vulnerability categories, CVSS scoring, Vulnerability lifecycle, Exploitation prerequisites
3.Nmap scripts, Nessus, OpenVAS, Metasploit Framework, Burp Suite
System Hacking
Why Learn This
System Hacking explores techniques to exploit system vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access. This course covers methodical approaches to penetration testing, including password attacks, privilege escalation, persistence mechanisms, and ethical exploitation techniques essential for security professionals.
1.Password cracking, Hash attacks, Authentication bypasses, Social engineering
2.Backdoors, Rootkits, Persistence techniques, Privilege escalation
3.John the Ripper, Hashcat, Mimikatz, PowerShell Empire, Cobalt Strike
4.Exploit development, Metasploit framework, Buffer overflows, Command injection
Social Engineering
Why Learn This
Social Engineering exploits human psychology to gain unauthorized access to systems and information. This course examines the psychological principles behind social engineering attacks, common techniques used by attackers, and defensive strategies to protect organizations from manipulation-based security breaches.
1.Attack vectors, Manipulation techniques, Real-world examples
2.Psychological triggers, Persuasion principles, Trust relationships
3.Social-Engineer Toolkit, Phishing campaigns, Credential harvesting, Spear phishing
Website Working & DDOS
Why Learn This
Understanding website architecture and denial-of-service attacks is crucial for both web developers and security professionals. This course explores the fundamental mechanics of websites and the destructive potential of DOS/DDOS attacks, covering detection, mitigation strategies, and tools used in these widespread attack vectors.
1.HTTP/HTTPS protocols, Client-server architecture, DNS resolution, Web hosting
2.Resource exhaustion, Service disruption, Attack vectors, Impact assessment
3.Distributed attack infrastructure, Amplification techniques, Botnet operations, Attack signatures
4.LOIC, HOIC, Slowloris, Mirai, Defense mechanisms
Malware
Why Learn This
Malware analysis is critical for understanding cyber threats and developing effective defenses. This course explores various types of malicious software, their infection vectors, behaviors, and detection methods, while providing hands-on experience with isolation techniques and analysis tools in secure environments.
1.Propagation methods, Infection techniques, Types of viruses, Anti-virus evasion
2.Payload types, Delivery mechanisms, Command and control, Defense evasion
3.Remote Access Trojans, Covert communication, Capabilities, Detection methods
4.Encryption techniques, Payment mechanisms, Prevention strategies, Recovery options
5.Cuckoo Sandbox, ANY.RUN, VirusTotal, Joe Sandbox, Hybrid Analysis
6.Sample submission, Result analysis, Behavioral indicators, Safe handling procedures
Password Cracking
Why Learn This
Password cracking techniques are essential knowledge for security professionals performing penetration testing and security assessments. This course explores methodologies and tools for testing password security, covering both offline and online attack vectors while emphasizing the ethical application of these techniques.
1.Wordlist creation, Rule-based modifications, Custom dictionaries, Language-specific approaches
2.Character set selection, Mask attacks, Time complexity, GPU acceleration techniques
Trace Covering
Why Learn This
Digital footprints can reveal sensitive information about users and organizations. This module explores techniques used to conceal digital traces and maintain anonymity online, covering log analysis, IP/MAC address manipulation, and advanced routing methods. Understanding these concepts is essential for both security professionals defending networks and those seeking to protect legitimate privacy concerns.
1.System log analysis, Log file structures, Event correlation, Forensic timeline reconstruction
2.Digital footprint management, Anti-forensics techniques, Metadata removal, Evidence planting
3.Address forgery methods, Source address validation, Packet manipulation, Detection techniques
4.Hardware address modification, Layer 2 security, MAC filtering bypass, Network access control
5.Tor architecture, Multi-layer encryption, Anonymous communication, Exit node vulnerabilities
6.Multi-hop configurations, Proxy types and protocols, Chain management, Anonymity networks
Web Server & OWASP Top 10
Why Learn This
This course examines web server fundamentals and the OWASP Top 10 security vulnerabilities that affect web applications. Students will learn about web server configuration, vulnerability assessment, and practical exploitation and mitigation techniques while developing the skills to identify, analyze, and remediate common web application security flaws.
1.Server architecture, Web server types, HTTP/HTTPS protocols, Server-side processing
2.Hosting applications, Content delivery, API endpoints, Authentication services
3.Apache, Nginx, IIS configuration, Performance tuning
4.Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nikto, Dirb, SQLmap
5.Methodology, Automated scanning, Manual testing techniques, Report interpretation
6.Reflected XSS, Stored XSS, DOM-based XSS, Input sanitization
7.Basic injection, Blind SQL injection, Second-order injection, Prevention methods
8.Default settings, Insufficient hardening, Information leakage, Security headers
9.Upload vulnerabilities, Bypass techniques, Content validation, File processing
10.Path traversal, Inclusion techniques, Remote code execution, Input validation
11.Cookie security, Session fixation, Token management, Secure session handling
12.Credential management, Multi-factor authentication, Password policies, Authentication workflows
13.Outdated libraries, CVE tracking, Patch management, Dependency scanning
Labs & Pre-requisite Tools
Why Learn This
This course provides practical industry-relevant penetration testing scenarios and lab environments to simulate real-world security assessments. Students will learn to configure and use essential penetration testing tools and vulnerable target systems while developing methodical approaches to identifying, exploiting, and documenting security vulnerabilities.
1.Domain setup, Active Directory configuration, User permissions, Network services
2.Tool suites, Custom configurations, Persistence setup, Optimization techniques
3.Network configuration, Snapshot management, Resource allocation, Host interactions
4.Service enumeration, Vulnerability identification, Exploitation techniques, Privilege escalation
5.Web application vulnerabilities, Authentication bypass, Injection techniques, Client-side attacks
6.WebGoat challenges, OWASP benchmarks, Security control testing, Remediation practices
YOU'RE NOW READY FOR CYBER SECURITY ROLES
Covering all modules above makes you ready to apply for cyber security roles
Gain Real-World Cyber security, Ethical Hacking & Information Security Experience!
Career-Boosting Projects
Penetration Testing Lab
Set up and conduct penetration testing on simulated networks using tools like Metasploit and Kali Linux. Learn to identify vulnerabilities and secure systems effectively.
Ethical Hacking Challenge
Perform ethical hacking exercises to exploit and patch system weaknesses. Master techniques like phishing detection, SQL injection, and malware analysis in a controlled environment.
IT Security Framework Implementation
Design and implement an IT security framework using standards like ISO 27001 and NIST. Focus on risk assessment, incident response, and secure data management.
Cyber security, Ethical Hacking & Information Security Curriculum
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Anshuman Singh
Naman Balla
Anshuman Singh
Anshuman Singh
Aman Sharma
This course is a must for anyone preparing for system design interviews! The real-world case studies on Uber, Netflix, and WhatsApp helped me understand how large-scale applications work. The explanations on microservices and database scaling were crystal clear. Highly recommended!.
Priya Desai
Great content with detailed coverage of caching, message queues, and load balancing. The instructor explained concepts in a structured way, making them easy to grasp. I just wish there were more coding exercises to practice system design problems.
Rahul Verma
As a backend developer, this course helped me improve my architectural thinking. Learning about CAP theorem, database sharding, and security best practices gave me a deeper understanding of system scalability. Definitely worth it!.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Who can take up this course?
The course is specifically designed for Engineering students doing bachelor and master degree who wish to expand their knowledge in Automation Industrial persons and faculty members who would like to develop capabilities in Automation Individuals seeking career in domains in Industrial automation applications Graduates who seek job in electrical, instrumentation, automation domain.
What is included in your course?
This course is designed to include all requirements for a power electronic / Automation engineer or those required for research level jobs.
What will the student gain from your course?
With the evolution of automation technologies, the importance of Instrumentation, Control and Automation usage is increased significantly. Therefore, it is essential for an electrical / instrumentation engineer to understand this field thoroughly. In this course, students will get detailed theoretical knowledge and design insights with their control schemes. With this knowledge, students will be able to design, simulate and analyze the machine or process better.
How is this course going to help a student get a job?
As mentioned earlier as well, this course is designed to not only cover the basic concepts but also applications in the industrial systems. Further, from basic switching mode converter to details on the modulation scheme principle, all basics are covered in detail. Additionally, the techniques to control the industry scale products are also discussed. The challenges and projects given in this course, which students will be solving are indegineously designed to train them in handling any industrial problem. Therefore, the skill sets obtained by the student as a part of this course will help him to not only crack the entrance or technical interview for such jobs but also to lead any industrial challenge as a part of his job profile related to this field.
What are the job opportunities in this field?
Today, Automation components are prominently used in majorly all industrial system since the industrial revolution in Industry 4.0 has taken by storm. The major players in this area are ABB, Siemens, Fuji, Rockwell, Emerson, Mitsubishi, Alstom, Hitachi etc. These companies supply and use various products like PLC, HMI, DCS, SCADA, HMI, IIoT, Field Instrumentation, Analyzers etc. The techniques taught in this course will be directly applied to design and analyse these systems and thus in above mentioned industries.