Transform your career with AION Academy's comprehensive 8-week course covering essential IT infrastructure and cybersecurity practices. Gain the skills to protect digital assets and manage threats in today's evolving technological landscape.
Level: Advanced Duration: 8 Weeks Video Time: 4 hours Format: Online Certification: Included
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for professionals seeking to strengthen their IT security awareness and establish a solid foundation in cybersecurity practices. Perfect for career changers and those looking to upskill.
Learning Approach
Combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications, our expert-led programme delivers content through on-demand videos, interactive quizzes, and comprehensive assessments.
What You'll Learn
IT Infrastructure
Master the fundamentals of IT systems, network architecture, and security best practices that form the backbone of modern computing environments.
Cyber Threat Types
Learn to identify and counter malware, phishing, ransomware, and social engineering attacks that threaten personal and organisational data security.
Data Protection
Understand key regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS, alongside encryption techniques and access control methodologies for comprehensive data protection.
Future Trends
Explore emerging cybersecurity challenges and solutions related to AI, quantum computing, and evolving threat landscapes.
Course Inclusions
8 Comprehensive Modules
Structured learning path covering everything from basic concepts to advanced security frameworks, delivered through engaging, accessible content.
16 On-Demand Videos
Expert-led video tutorials providing visual demonstrations of key concepts, practical applications, and real-world security scenarios.
8 Quizzes & Final Exam
Regular assessment through 35+ quiz questions and a comprehensive final examination to validate your understanding and retention.
Certificate of Completion
Earn a recognised credential in IT and Cybersecurity Basics to enhance your CV and demonstrate your commitment to digital security.
Career Outcomes
IT Security Specialist
Become a valued security professional
Threat Management
Monitor networks and implement protection
Incident Response
Develop protocols for security breaches
Asset Protection
Safeguard personal and organisational data
This course provides the foundational skills needed to pursue or enhance a career in IT security. Graduates can effectively contribute to teams responsible for maintaining digital infrastructure security and responding to evolving threats.
Module Breakdown
Week 0: Intro to IT & Cybersecurity
Foundational IT concepts, current cybersecurity landscape, and essential terminology to establish a common knowledge base.
Week 1-2: Cyber Threats & Security Principles
Comprehensive overview of threat types (malware, phishing, ransomware) and fundamental security concepts including the CIA Triad, firewalls, and encryption.
Week 3-4: Network Security & Data Protection
VPNs, Wi-Fi safety, IP addressing, monitoring tools, and strategies for data breach prevention and backup implementation.
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Week 5-8: Advanced Topics & Compliance
Incident response planning, personal security measures, security technologies (SIEM, SSL/TLS), and regulatory frameworks including GDPR and ISO/IEC 27001.
Certification
Complete Course Materials
Work through all modules and resources
Pass All Assessments
Achieve passing scores on quizzes and final exam
Receive Your Certificate
Earn your credential in IT and Cybersecurity Basics
Upon successful completion of the course, you'll receive a Certificate in IT and Cybersecurity Basics—a valuable credential that demonstrates your understanding of essential security concepts and commitment to professional development in the IT field.
Learning Journey
Watch Expert Videos
Engage with clear, concise tutorial content
Apply Concepts
Practice through guided exercises
Test Knowledge
Complete quizzes to reinforce learning
Advance Skills
Build on foundations with each module
Our structured learning approach ensures a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity concepts through a continuous cycle of knowledge acquisition, practical application, assessment, and skill development.