PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE COURSE IN IT SECURITY AND ETHICAL HACKING

Course Duration and Cost

Total Duration: 8-12 weeks (2-3 months)
Weekly Commitment: 2 hours per day
Course Fee: 15,000 Kenya Shillings

Course Overview

This course provides comprehensive training in IT security and ethical hacking, focusing on the latest techniques and tools used to protect systems from cyber threats. Students will learn to identify vulnerabilities, perform penetration testing, and implement security measures to safeguard data. The course prepares individuals for roles in cybersecurity, equipping them with practical skills to handle real-world security challenges.

Course Outline

Week 1: Introduction to IT Security and Ethical Hacking

Overview of cybersecurity and ethical hacking
Legal and ethical considerations
Types of cyber threats and attacks
Introduction to penetration testing

Week 2: Networking Fundamentals

Basics of computer networks
Network topologies and protocols
TCP/IP model and OSI model
Network devices and their functions

Week 3: System Vulnerabilities and Security Measures

Identifying system vulnerabilities
Common security measures and best practices
Introduction to firewalls and intrusion detection systems
Implementing security policies

Week 4: Footprinting and Reconnaissance

Techniques for information gathering
Using search engines and online tools
Social engineering attacks
Footprinting through websites and networks

Week 5: Scanning Networks

Network scanning techniques
Identifying live hosts and open ports
Vulnerability scanning tools
Interpreting scan results

Week 6: Enumeration and Exploitation

Active information gathering
Enumerating network shares and users
Exploiting vulnerabilities
Using Metasploit for exploitation

Week 7: System Hacking and Malware

Gaining access to systems
Privilege escalation techniques
Covering tracks and maintaining access
Introduction to malware and its types

Week 8: Sniffing and Evasion Techniques

Packet sniffing methods
Tools for network sniffing
Evasion techniques and countermeasures
Detecting and preventing sniffing attacks

Week 9: Web Application Security

Introduction to web application vulnerabilities
SQL injection and cross-site scripting (XSS)
Securing web applications
Web application firewalls

Week 10: Wireless Network Security

Basics of wireless networks
Wireless encryption methods
Attacks on wireless networks
Securing wireless networks

Week 11: Final Project Development

Planning and developing a final project
Applying all learned skills
IT security and ethical hacking project
Preparing for the final presentation

Week 12: Capstone Project and Assessment

Final project presentation and critique
Peer review and feedback
Final assessment and evaluation
Certificate award and graduation

Certification

Upon successful completion, students will receive a certificate of proficiency in IT Security and Ethical Hacking.