Systems Security Certified Practitioner

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In an era where cybersecurity threats are ever-evolving, this course equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to protect your organization's digital assets. You'll master the fundamentals of cryptography, network security, and application security, ensuring your proficiency in combating a range of threats. The course begins with an in-depth exploration of cryptographic principles, including hashing, salting, encryption, non-repudiation, and secure protocols. You'll gain hands-on experience with Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) systems and delve into the vulnerabilities of cryptographic attacks. Each module ensures practical insights that translate directly to your role as a security professional. Next, the journey takes you into network and communications security, where you'll examine concepts like the OSI model, IP networking, and network topologies. You'll also learn to secure wireless communications, manage network-based security devices, and mitigate network attacks. The module is designed to enhance your strategic and operational approach to network defense. Finally, the focus shifts to systems and application security, addressing malicious code, endpoint security, and mobile device management. You'll also cover critical aspects of cloud security, including legal and regulatory concerns, secure virtual environments, and data protection. This course is perfect for those aiming to excel in roles like cybersecurity analyst, network security engineer, or systems administrator.

Updated in May 2025. This course now features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In today’s dynamic digital landscape, understanding risk management and incident response is critical to safeguarding your organization. This comprehensive course equips you with the tools and frameworks necessary to identify, monitor, and mitigate risks effectively while preparing for unforeseen incidents. By the end of the course, you’ll master essential skills for proactive security management and effective incident recovery. The journey begins with a deep dive into Risk Identification, Monitoring, and Analysis. From grasping core vocabulary and conducting Business Impact Analyses to mastering threat modeling, threat intelligence, and legal considerations like GDPR, you’ll gain a solid foundation in risk assessment techniques. As you progress, you’ll explore risk management frameworks, security assessments, and vulnerability management to enhance organizational resilience. Next, you’ll transition to Incident Response and Recovery, focusing on incident lifecycle support and forensic investigations. This section covers crucial aspects of business continuity planning (BCP) and disaster recovery planning (DRP), including backup strategies, redundancy, alternate site strategies, and effective testing. Learn how to address real-world challenges and practice proactive recovery strategies to minimize downtime and secure critical assets. Ideal for information security professionals and those preparing for the SSCP exam, this course is designed for learners with basic knowledge of cybersecurity. Whether you're a beginner or a professional looking to strengthen your risk management expertise, this course will take your skills to the next level.