OffSec SEC-100 CyberCore - Security Essentials

There are no prerequisites for this course.

However, basic computer literacy, familiarity with operating systems, and a willingness to learn are recommended. The course is designed for individuals new to cybersecurity, including recent graduates and IT professionals seeking to transition into cybersecurity roles. It provides a comprehensive foundation in essential cybersecurity concepts and hands-on skills.

Upon completing SEC-100: CyberCore – Security Essentials and successfully passing the OSCC SEC-100 exam, you’ll gain a strong foundation in:

• Cybersecurity fundamentals and frameworks
• Offensive and defensive security techniques
• Basic scripting and network security
• System administration and hardening
• Practical skills for entry-level cybersecurity roles

This course will open doors to exciting cybersecurity roles.

• Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Monitor systems for security threats, analyse security incidents, and recommend solutions to enhance security posture.
• Junior Penetration Tester
  • Perform basic penetration tests on web applications and networks, identifying vulnerabilities and recommending remediation steps.
• Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
  • Work in a SOC environment, monitoring security alerts, investigating potential threats, and escalating incidents as needed.
• IT Security Specialist
  • Support IT teams in implementing security measures, managing security tools, and ensuring compliance with security policies.
• Security Consultant (Junior Level)
  • Assist senior consultants in conducting security assessments, providing recommendations for improvement, and implementing security solutions.

Introduction to CyberCore - Security Essentials

Basic Cybersecurity Information

• Anatomy of Cybersecurity
• Cybersecurity Frameworks and Standards
• Cybersecurity Roles

General Skills

• Introduction to General Cybersecurity Skills
• Linux Basics
• Windows Basics
• Data Transformation Fundamentals
• Python Scripting Fundamentals
• PowerShell Scripting Fundamentals
• Networking Fundamentals
• Enterprise Network Fundamentals
• Introduction to Network Firewalls
• Cloud Computing Fundamentals
• Background to Contemporary AI
• Cryptography Fundamentals

Offensive

• Introduction to Offensive Cybersecurity Skills
• Penetration Testing Process
• Information Gathering and Enumeration
• Understanding Web Attacks
• Attacking Endpoints
• Defense Evasion
• Offensive Cloud Fundamentals

Defensive

• Introduction to Defensive Cybersecurity Skills
• SOC Management Processes
• Defensive Security Processes
• Vulnerability Management
• Malware Analysis
• Social Engineering and Phishing
• Ransomware, DDoS, and Availability
• Wi-Fi Security
• Security of Embedded Systems
• Industrial Control Systems and OT
• Risk Management in Cybersecurity

Build

• Introduction to Build Skills for Cybersecurity
• Software Engineering Security
• Foundational Input Validation Concepts
• Cloud Architecture Fundamentals
• Introduction to Assurance Testing
• Starting and Developing a Career in Cybersecurity

Certification Exam

SEC-100: CyberCore – Security Essentials includes two exam attempts to be used within 12 months of purchase.

The exam is a proctored, 6-hour hands-on assessment of your foundational cybersecurity knowledge and practical skills. You’ll demonstrate your ability to identify, analyse, and address security issues in a simulated environment, covering offensive, defensive, and system administration tasks.

The exam is divided into three parts: Attack, Defend, and Build. You’ll be tasked with attacking a target system, investigating and defending against an attack, and hardening systems to prevent future vulnerabilities.