PN-SCPSAP
The Security Awareness course series is designed to give all information professionals the knowledge and tools to protect themselves and the sensitive information they use from security attacks. It covers many simple ways to prevent security breaches and protect valuable data.
Warren Peterson is the President, and co-founder of the Security Certified Program (SCP). In addition to his role as President, Warren also functions as the lead author for instructional content, and has written nine leading IT security books, including all current SCP courses.
In 1999, it was Warrens vision to create a program that addressed IT security, and the SCP was born. Warren has overseen the companys growth from delivering security programs in one Chicago classroom to SCP courses delivered on a global scale.
Course Features:
* Main Menu
Move through hours of in-depth content - quickly and easily due to the efficient and organized structure.
* PowerPoint
Utilizing PowerPoint presentations enhances the delivery by displaying a variety of visual information to the user. This type of representation allows the user to better interpret the material through charts, definitions, graphs, and more...
* Controls
Move forward, back, and repeat entire topics or just a section. A progress bar illuminates as you advance through exercises.
* Full Motion Video
All courses feature full-motion videos of instructors teaching the information as if they are speaking directly to you. Our unique delivery simulates a one-on-one classroom environment creating a more personal lesson and learning experience.
* Study Guides
Printable study guides for the entire course are available. This allows all material to be viewed, reviewed, and printed for viewing at a later date.
* Review Exercises
Each section has a review quiz to aid in the learning process by validating the comprehension of the material covered before moving on to a new section.
* Resume
All courses are resumed to where you left off last session allowing you to learn when it is convenient for you without the hassle of remembering where you where.
* Certificate of Completion
Career Academy is recognized worldwide for its technology-based IT training curriculums. Upon successful completion of our program, you will be receiving a Career Academy Distance Education Certificate of Completion
Lesson 1 - Security Awareness Overview
Security Awareness Overview
What is Security?
Security Risks
How This Affects You
What is Security Awareness?
What does this cover?
The Weakest Link
Reducing Risk
Lesson 1 Review
Lesson 2 - Social Engineering
Social Engineering
What is this?
Why is it Effective?
Primary Methods
Social Engineering Defense
Lesson 2 Review
Lesson 3 - Identity Theft
Identity Theft
What is Identity Theft?
What Follows?
How an Identity is Stolen
Identity Theft Defense
Online Defense
If You Have Been Targeted
If Your Identity Has Been Stolen
Contact Information
Lesson 3 Review
Lesson 4 - Data Classification
Data Classification
Viewing and Sharing Data
Need for Data Classifications
Classification Systems
Other Institutions
Your Role
Consequences
Dumpster Diving
Information Disposal
Lesson 4 Review
Lesson 5 - Backups
Backups
Why Backups are Important
Types of Backups
What to Backup
Where to Store Backups
How to Perform Backups
Windows Backup Utility
Backup Management
Lesson 5 Review
Lesson 6 - Passwords
Passwords
Common Password Policies
Weak Passwords
Strong Passwords
Password Development
Strong Passwords (Cont.)
Multiple Passwords
Beyond the Password
Lesson 6 Review
Lesson 7 - Viruses, Worms, and Trojans
Viruses, Worms, and Trojans
What are these things?
My Computer Caught a Virus?
My Computer has a Worm?
My New Trojan Horse
Spyware
Signs You May Have Spyware
File Attachments
Extension Examples
File Attachments (Cont.)
Antivirus
Manual Scanning
Antivirus Best Practices
Lesson 7 Review
Lesson 8 - Secure Computer Use
Secure Computer Use
Physical Security
Desktop Security
Laptop Security
Screensavers
Encryption
Mobile Phone / PDA Security
Personal Firewalls
Patching and Updates
Electronic Disposals
Lesson 8 Review
Lesson 9 - Secure Internet Use
Secure Internet Use
Email Overview
Email Formats
Email Encryption
SPAM
SPAM Blockers
Email Attachments
Long Filename Examples
Unsafe Files in Outlook
Email Hoaxes and Spoofing
Email Security
Email Virus Found
To Cut Down on SPAM
Web Browsing Overview
Web Sites
Pop-ups
Web Browser Settings
Web Browsing
Instant Messaging
IM Risks
IM Best Practices
Lesson 9 Review
Lesson 10 - Intellectual Property and Software Piracy
Intellectual Property and Software Piracy
Intellectual Property
Copyright
Online Copyright
Software Piracy
Types of Software Piracy
Software Piracy is Theft
Individual Risks
Corporate Risks
Lesson 10 Review
Lesson 11 - Security Policy and Incident Response
Security Policy and Incident Response
Security Policies
Security Policy Contents
Example User Account Statements
Example Internet Access Statements
Example Email Use Statements
Why Policies Matter
Defining an Incident
Responding to an Incident
Incident Response Checklist
Lesson 11 Review
Lesson 12 - Education and Continual Awareness
Education and Continual Awareness
Education is the Key
Education and Continual Awareness (Cont.)
For Individuals
For Organizations
SCP Certifications
For Organizations (Cont..)
Lesson 12 Review
