Module #1 Introduction to Cybersecurity for Small Businesses Overview of the importance of cybersecurity for small businesses, common threats, and course objectives
Module #2 Understanding Cybersecurity Threats Types of cyber threats, including malware, phishing, ransomware, and insider threats
Module #3 Basic Security Principles Fundamentals of confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) and defense in depth
Module #4 Network Security Fundamentals Introduction to firewalls, routers, switches, and network segmentation
Module #5 Securing Your Network Perimeter Configuring firewalls, access control lists, and intrusion detection systems
Module #7 Endpoint Security Securing laptops, desktops, and mobile devices with antivirus, endpoint protection, and encryption
Module #8 Password Management and Authentication Best practices for password management, multi-factor authentication, and single sign-on
Module #9 Email Security Securing email with SPF, DKIM, and DMARC, and preventing email-borne attacks
Module #10 Data Backup and Recovery Implementing data backup and recovery strategies to prevent data loss
Module #11 Cloud Security Securing cloud services, including SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS
Module #12 Third-Party Risk Management Managing risks from third-party vendors and service providers
Module #13 Cybersecurity Policy and Compliance Developing a cybersecurity policy and complying with relevant regulations and standards
Module #14 Incident Response and Disaster Recovery Developing an incident response plan and disaster recovery strategy
Module #15 User Education and Awareness Training employees on cybersecurity best practices and phishing simulations
Module #16 Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Implementing SIEM systems to monitor and analyze security logs
Module #17 Penetration Testing and Vulnerability Management Conducting penetration tests and managing vulnerabilities to improve security posture
Module #18 Cybersecurity for Small Business Owners Cybersecurity best practices for small business owners, including password management and online safety
Module #19 Cybersecurity for Remote Workers Securing remote workers with VPNs, encryption, and secure communication
Module #20 Cybersecurity for Small Business Networks Securing small business networks with network segmentation and access control
Module #21 Cybersecurity for Online Presence Securing online presence with SSL/TLS, HTTPS, and website security
Module #22 Cybersecurity for Customer Data Protecting customer data with encryption, secure storage, and access controls
Module #23 Cybersecurity for Payment Card Industry (PCI) Complying with PCI DSS and securing payment card information
Module #24 Cybersecurity for Healthcare and HIPAA Complying with HIPAA and securing protected health information (PHI)
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses career
