| Chapter | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ch 1 | Overview of Information Security and Cyber Security & Problem Statement | Introduction to info security, cyber threats, and the core problem statements driving the need for robust security. |
| Ch 2 | Aligning Security with Business Objectives & CISO’s Role | Understanding how security strategies align with business goals and the responsibilities of a Chief Information Security Officer. |
| Ch 3 | Next-Generation Perimeter Solutions | Exploring modern perimeter security like SASE, Zero Trust, Next-Gen Firewalls, and secure access service edge. |
| Ch 4 | EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) | Learn how EDR tools detect, investigate, and respond to advanced endpoint threats in real-time. |
| Ch 5 | Security Incident Response (IR) Methodology | Step-by-step incident response framework – Preparation, Detection, Containment, Eradication, Recovery, Lessons Learned. |
| Ch 6 | Cloud Security & Identity Management | Cloud security fundamentals, IAM, SSO, MFA, and identity lifecycle management. |
| Ch 7 | Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (PT) | Identifying, classifying, and exploiting vulnerabilities. Hands-on with industry-standard tools. |
| Ch 8 | Critical Components of Infrastructure | Securing networks, servers, databases, and endpoints – the building blocks of IT infrastructure. |
| Ch 9 | Importance of Regulatory Requirements & Business Continuity | Compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001), DR planning, BCP, and ensuring business resilience. |
| Ch 10 | Risk Management | Risk identification, assessment, mitigation strategies, and enterprise risk frameworks. |
| Ch 11 | People, Process, and Awareness | The human element – security awareness training, culture building, and process optimization. |
| Ch 12 | Threat Intelligence & Next-Generation SIEM | Leveraging threat feeds and SIEM tools for proactive threat detection and response. |
| Ch 13 | Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) | Monitoring and managing cloud security risks, misconfigurations, and compliance gaps. |
| Ch 14 | Implementation Guidelines & Template Walkthrough | Practical guidelines and templates for implementing security controls in real-world scenarios. |
| Ch 15 | Best Practices & Industry-Wide Adopted Recommendations | Globally accepted best practices, benchmarks (CIS, NIST), and industry standards. |
| Chapter | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Ch 16 | Information Security | Deep dive into core information security principles, frameworks, and governance. |
| Ch 17 | Application Security | Securing applications through secure coding, DevSecOps, SAST, DAST, and RASP. |
| Ch 18 | Security Threats | Comprehensive study of threat actors, attack patterns, and emerging cyber threats. |
| Ch 19 | Development of Secured Information | Principles of designing and developing secure information systems from inception to deployment. |
| Ch 20 | Security Issues in Hardware | Hardware vulnerabilities – side-channel attacks, firmware security, TPM, and secure boot. |
| Ch 21 | Security Policies | Designing, implementing, and managing organizational security policies, standards, and procedures. |
| Ch 22 | Information Security Standards | Industry standards – ISO 27001, NIST SP 800-53, PCI DSS, COBIT, and their practical implementation. |
| Skill Area | Key Takeaways |
|---|---|
| 🔐 Security Fundamentals | Understand CIA triad, risk management, governance, and compliance. |
| 🧠 Threat Detection | Use SIEM, threat intelligence, and EDR for proactive defense. |
| 🧑💻 Ethical Hacking | Master vulnerability assessment and penetration testing. |
| ☁️ Cloud Security | Secure AWS, Azure, GCP environments with IAM and CSPM. |
| 📋 IR & Forensics | Handle incidents like a pro – from detection to recovery. |
| 🏢 GRC | Align security with business goals and regulatory requirements. |
| 🛠️ Tools Mastery | Work with industry-standard tools like Metasploit, Nessus, Wireshark, Burp Suite. |
| Tool | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Nmap | Network scanning |
| Nessus | Vulnerability scanning |
| Metasploit | Exploitation framework |
| Wireshark | Packet analysis |
| Burp Suite | Web application security testing |
| John the Ripper | Password cracking |
| Hydra | Brute-force attacks |
| Aircrack-ng | Wireless security |
| Maltego | OSINT & data mining |
| Splunk / QRadar | SIEM platforms |
| CrowdStrike / SentinelOne | EDR solutions |
| Tenable / Qualys | Cloud security posture management |
| Module | Chapters | Focus Area |
|---|---|---|
| Module 1 | Ch 1 – 15 | Core Cyber Security, Risk, IR, Cloud, Pentesting |
| Module 2 | Ch 16 – 22 | Advanced – AppSec, Hardware, Policies, Standards |
| Job Role | Average Salary (India) |
|---|---|
| Information Security Analyst | ₹6–12 LPA |
| Cyber Defense Analyst | ₹7–14 LPA |
| Penetration Tester | ₹8–18 LPA |
| SOC Analyst | ₹5–10 LPA |
| Cloud Security Engineer | ₹12–25 LPA |
| Security Consultant | ₹10–20 LPA |
| CISO (Senior Role) | ₹30–60 LPA+ |
IT Professionals – Network admins, system engineers
Developers – Want to learn secure coding & AppSec
Fresh Graduates – Looking for a career in cybersecurity
Security Enthusiasts – Passionate about ethical hacking
Managers & Auditors – Need GRC and policy expertise
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