Learning Path
Cybersecurity Foundations
If you’re unsure how to start learning cybersecurity, this Cybersecurity Foundations Learning Path is for you. You’ll explore the fundamentals of cybersecurity through a series of engaging courses and hands-on exercises — and leave with a solid overview of the different roles and skills required to succeed in the field.
What you will learn
The Cybersecurity Foundations Learning Path offers a comprehensive introduction to the core principles of cybersecurity, encompassing essential topics such as network security, cryptography, authentication, risk management and the foundational understanding of cyber threats. These online cybersecurity foundations courses have a slower pace to ease you into the concepts. Combined with hands-on exercises, they’ll help you build a broad, solid understanding of cybersecurity. Think of it as the series of cybersecurity fundamental courses you should take before you invest in any other cybersecurity training or live boot camps.
Who this learning path is for?
The Cybersecurity Foundations Learning Path caters specifically to individuals with little to no prior experience in the cybersecurity field. It is designed to give you a solid footing to embark on your journey in this domain. Whether you are an aspiring cybersecurity professional or seeking to enhance your awareness of online security, this learning path offers the perfect starting point for:
- IT professionals or other Cybersecurity Beginners who are entering or considering a career in cybersecurity
- Existing cybersecurity professionals who realize they have fundamental gaps around core cybersecurity concepts
- Professionals in other industries who need cybersecurity knowledge
By the end of this learning path, you will:
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of cybersecurity
- Have familiarity with key topics such as network security, cryptography, authentication and risk management
- Increase your ability to address crucial concepts in cybersecurity
- Be confident in navigating the complexities of cybersecurity
- Leave with a solid foundation for further growth in the field
Syllabus
Cybersecurity Foundations Skill Assessment
Assessment - 74 questions
Introduction to cybersecurity foundations
Course - 00:03:00
Cybersecurity foundations
Course - 00:40:00
Operating system foundations
Course - 00:32:00
Windows command line foundations
Course - 00:41:00
Linux command line foundations
Course - 00:33:00
Network fundamentals
Course - 00:31:00
Cloud computing fundamentals
Course - 00:43:00
Cybersecurity policy framework and guidelines
Course - 00:13:00
Cybersecurity auditing
Course - 00:12:00
Risk management
Course - 00:15:00
Pentest demonstration: Appetizer for the beginner
Course - 00:25:00
The details
Learning path insights

How to claim CPEs
Should you complete this learning path, you’ll be able to download a certificate of completion. Use this to claim your CPEs or CPUs.
Associated NICE Work Roles
All Infosec training maps directly to the NICE Workforce Framework for Cybersecurity to guide you from beginner to expert across 52 Work Roles.
- All-Source Analyst
- Mission Assessment Specialist
- Exploitation Analyst
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Plans & pricing
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