CyberOps Associate (3cr)

Evaluation scale

Hyväksytty/Hylätty

Content scheduling

When taking the course, you study each module on the Cisco Netacademy portal, and then you complete a review test for the same module on Metropolia's Moodle platform. After all modules have been covered, the final test is conducted on Metropolia's Moodle. To be clear, you need to follow the order of the topics in Moodle with the Cisco CyberOps Associate Netacad. Modules on the Netacad may include their exam, and then you must complete the exam in Moodle, which refers to that module. Not all the modules in Netacad have exams, but all the modules are evaluated in Moodle.

Objective

This course introduces you to the exciting and rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, where you will learn how to monitor, detect, and respond to cyber threats. By the end of this course, you will be prepared to take the Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification, positioning yourself for roles in Security Operations Centers (SOC) and other cybersecurity-focused environments. What You Will Learn During this course, you will develop the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to work as a SOC Analyst. You will gain hands-on experience in: - Monitoring and detection of security events and incidents. - Responding effectively to cybersecurity threats. - Analyzing host-based and network-based data to identify malicious activity. - Applying security policies and procedures to secure IT environments. Key Concepts and Terminology You will become familiar with essential cybersecurity concepts, including: SOC (Security Operations Center) – A centralized team that monitors, detects, and responds to security incidents. Malware – Malicious software designed to harm, exploit, or otherwise compromise systems. Endpoint Threat Analysis – Examination of devices like computers and mobile phones to detect suspicious activities. Network Intrusion Analysis – Investigating and detecting unauthorized access or anomalies within network traffic. Incident Response (IR) – The structured approach to handling and managing the aftermath of a security breach. Cryptography – Techniques for securing information through encryption. Threat Intelligence – Information that helps understand and anticipate cyber threats. Skills You Will Develop Cybersecurity fundamentals and threat detection Malware and endpoint threat analysis Network intrusion detection and analysis Incident response techniques Security policy implementation and monitoring Data and event analysis with SOC metrics Cryptography and secure communications

Methods of completion

Online.

Content

Module 1: The Danger Module 2: Fighter in the War Against Cybercrime - Checkpoint Exam: Threat Actors and Defenders Group Exam Module 3: The Windows Operating System Module 4: Linux Overview - Checkpoint Exam: Operating System Overview Group Exam Module 5: Network Protocols Module 6: Ethernet and Internet Protocol (IP) Module 7: Connectivity Verification Module 8: Address Resolution Protocol Module 9: The Transport Layer Module 10: Network Services - Checkpoint Exam: Network Fundamentals Group Exam Module 11: Network Communication Devices Module 12: Network Security Infrastructure - Checkpoint Exam: Network Infrastructure Security Group Exam Module 13: Attackers and Their Tools Module 14: Common Threats and Attacks Module 15: Network Monitoring and Tools Module 16: Attacking the Foundation Module 17: Attacking What We Do - Checkpoint Exam: Threats and Attacks Group Exam Module 18: Understanding Defense Module 19: Access Control Module 20: Threat Intelligence - Checkpoint Exam: Network Defense Group Exam Module 21: Cryptography Module 22: Endpoint Protection Module 23: Endpoint Vulnerability Assessment - Checkpoint Exam: Cryptography and Endpoint Protection Group Exam Module 24: Technologies and Protocols Module 25: Network Security Data - Checkpoint Exam: Protocols and Log Files Group Exam Module 26: Evaluating Alerts Module 27: Working with Network Security Data Module 28: Digital Forensics and Incident Analysis and Response - Checkpoint Exam: Analyzing Security Data Group Exam Cisco Cybersecurity Associate v1.2 Certification Practice Exam - CyberOps Associate 1.0 Practice Final exam - CyberOps Associate 1.0 Final exam

Location and time

Course is 100% online and can be done in own pace.

Materials

N/A

Teaching methods

The CyberOps Associate course is completed through the Cisco Networking Academy's web portal "Skills for All" using a web browser. Logging into the CyberOps Associate workspace can be done using the student's Netacad account or by creating a new account. Simultaneously with the Cisco Networking Academy course, the course-related practical exercises are performed on the student's own workstation, and the review tests (quizzes) and the final exam are conducted on Metropolia's Moodle platform. Each Moodle module includes a review quiz. The passing threshold for the quiz is 60%, and it can be attempted three times. The Moodle modules follow the structure of the Cisco CyberOps Associate course and guide the progression. Note that the CyberOps Associate course is continuously evolving. Its structure and content may change from what is presented here. In such cases, students are encouraged to follow the instructions provided in the Moodle workspace accordingly. When taking the course, you study each module on the Cisco Netacademy portal, and then you complete a review test for the same module on Metropolia's Moodle platform. After all modules have been covered, the final test is conducted on Metropolia's Moodle. To be clear, you need to follow the order of the topics in Moodle with the Cisco CyberOps Associate Netacad. Modules on the Netacad may include their exam, and then you must complete the exam in Moodle, which refers to that module. Not all the modules in Netacad have exams, but all the modules are evaluated in Moodle. To create an account for the Cisco Networking Academy CyberOps Associate course, follow the steps described in the first part of the lesson below. Once you've successfully created your account, you should have access to the Cisco Networking Academy and can enroll in the CyberOps Associate course or any other courses available to you. Please note that the specific steps and user interface may vary depending on the current version of the Cisco Networking Academy website Joining the Cisco Networking Academy CyberOps Associate course workspace and completing the course requires having a user account. It is described in the second part of the lesson below. In the course, practical exercises are performed within a virtualized Linux environment. The installation of the virtualization environment and the download of Linux are covered in detail on the following tab 'Building Your Own Lab'. The instructions are provided for both Windows and Mac environments. Additionally, creating the practice environment is also outlined in the first task of the exercises in the first chapter.

Employer connections

N/A

Exam schedules

Can be find via course pace.

International connections

N/A

Completion alternatives

N/A

Student workload

Depends on Student starting level.