PROFICIENCY DIPLOMA IN IT SECURITY AND ETHICAL HACKING

Course Duration: 4 to 6 months (16 to 24 weeks)
Course Fee: 30,000 Kenyan Shillings
Course Overview:
This diploma course provides comprehensive training in IT security and ethical hacking. It covers essential concepts in cybersecurity, network protection, and ethical hacking techniques to help students secure and protect IT systems.

Week 1-2: Introduction to IT Security

• Overview of IT Security
• Importance of Cybersecurity
• Key Concepts and Terminology
• Types of Cyber Threats and Attacks
• Fundamentals of Information Security
• Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA Triad)
• Security Policies and Procedures

Week 3-6: Network Security Basics

• Network Fundamentals
• Understanding Network Architecture and Components
• Common Networking Protocols and Services
• Securing Network Infrastructure
• Network Security Devices (Firewalls, IDS/IPS)
• Configuring and Managing Security Controls
• Practical Exercises
• Network Security Tools and Configuration

Week 7-10: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

• Ethical Hacking Concepts
• Introduction to Ethical Hacking
• Legal and Ethical Considerations
• Penetration Testing Techniques
• Reconnaissance and Scanning
• Exploitation and Post-Exploitation
• Common Vulnerabilities and Attacks
• Vulnerability Assessment and Management
• Hands-On Hacking Exercises

Week 11-14: Advanced Security Measures

• Advanced Threats and Attack Vectors
• Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
• Zero-Day Exploits and Countermeasures
• Cryptography and Data Protection
• Encryption Techniques and Protocols
• Secure Data Storage and Transmission
• Security Incident Management
• Incident Response Planning and Execution
• Forensics and Investigative Techniques
• Practical Exercises

Week 15-16: Capstone Project and Final Assessment

• Capstone Project
• Implementing an IT Security Solution or Ethical Hacking Assessment
• Project Planning, Execution, and Documentation
• Course Review and Preparation
• Comprehensive Review of Key Concepts
• Practice Projects and Revision
• Final Exam
• Written and Practical Assessments

Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a "Proficiency Diploma in IT Security and Ethical Hacking," acknowledging their expertise in cybersecurity practices and ethical hacking techniques. This qualification prepares them for roles in IT security, penetration testing, and ethical hacking.