Coming soon Cybersecurity Program
Cybersecurity Specialist Training Program – Based on ISACA ITCA & Microsoft SC-900
Training Graduate:
- Has basic-level knowledge of information security methodology and management;
- Understands cybersecurity-related threats, can relate them to company assets, and apply protective measures to mitigate risks;
- Can respond appropriately to security incidents;
- Monitors IT infrastructure for security, detects anomalies, and applies threat intelligence;
- Is knowledgeable in Microsoft security technologies and can select appropriate security components for their organization or company.
The “Cybersecurity Specialist Training Program” is a retraining program delivered as an adult e-learning course, aimed at providing participants with foundational knowledge on how to implement cybersecurity controls within a company. Participants gain the basic professional knowledge needed to start a career as a cybersecurity specialist.
The 4-month training includes both independent work and online webinars with an instructor.
The e-learning modules are in English, while the webinars are conducted in Estonian.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive a certificate from BCS Training, as well as a certificate from the international e-learning platform CBT Nuggets, and the opportunity to take a globally recognized Microsoft certification.
Additionally, the two top-performing graduates may have the chance to undertake a 1-month unpaid internship at a company specializing in cybersecurity.
The 4-month training includes both independent work and online webinars with an instructor.
The e-learning modules are in English, while the webinars are conducted in Estonian.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive a certificate from BCS Training, as well as a certificate from the international e-learning platform CBT Nuggets, and the opportunity to take a globally recognized Microsoft certification.
Additionally, the two top-performing graduates may have the chance to undertake a 1-month unpaid internship at a company specializing in cybersecurity.
The training is composed of three modules:
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Course SC-900T00-A: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals – Training | Microsoft Learn
- Independent project work – Development of a “Corporate Cybersecurity Architecture Plan.”
The training is intended for anyone who wants to start a career as a cybersecurity specialist or wishes to enhance their existing skills in protecting a company’s IT infrastructure from cyber threats.
Participants should have a level of English that allows them to independently understand learning materials, study on their own, and express their thoughts when needed (preferably B1 level).
The course is suitable for IT-aware beginners or IT specialists seeking knowledge in the field of cybersecurity. No prior specialized cybersecurity knowledge is required. Basic digital skills at a user level are recommended (assess your competence using the Digital Skills Assessment Tool).
Participants should have a level of English that allows them to independently understand learning materials, study on their own, and express their thoughts when needed (preferably B1 level).
The course is suitable for IT-aware beginners or IT specialists seeking knowledge in the field of cybersecurity. No prior specialized cybersecurity knowledge is required. Basic digital skills at a user level are recommended (assess your competence using the Digital Skills Assessment Tool).
Participants will need a computer with a working microphone and camera, preferably with an additional monitor, and a stable internet connection. A Windows operating system is recommended for the training, though Mac OS and Linux devices can also be used if desired.
Those without a suitable computer may arrange a rental through BCS Training.
Those without a suitable computer may arrange a rental through BCS Training.
Janek Saar is an experienced information security manager and a certified information security specialist (CISSP). He has trained IT professionals in managing both Microsoft- and Linux-based platforms and services, and has assisted companies in implementing secure cloud services. He is active in cybersecurity analytics, security monitoring services, information security auditing, and the implementation of information security management.
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Program
- Week 117.10. Online Webinar with Expert 1: Course Introduction
- Week 2Independent E-Learning
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Definition and Roles of Information Security
- Recovery and Business Continuity Planning
- Information Security Basics, Principle of Least Privilege
- Threat Vectors
- Week 3Independent E-Learning
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Attack Chain, Attackers’ Motivations
- Types of Malware and Their Symptoms
- Attack Techniques
- Week 4Independent E-Learning
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Attack Techniques
- Risk Management and Standards
- Zero Trust
- Week 5Independent E-Learning
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Network Components
- Firewall and Endpoint Firewall
- Authentication and Authorization
- Cloud Service Models and Cloud Services
- Week 6Independent E-Learning
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Data Security and Classification
- Encryption, Digital Signatures, Hash Algorithms
- Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
- Encrypted Protocols (VPN, SSH)
- Week 7Independent E-Learning
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Implementing a SOC (Security Operations Center)
- Week 8Independent E-Learning
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Vulnerability Management
- Penetration Testing
- Week 9Independent E-Learning
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Antivirus and Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
- Handling Security Incidents
- Week 10Independent E-Learning
- ISACA ITCA: Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training
- Cybersecurity Tools
- Week 11
- Week 1216.01. Online Webinar with Expert 12: Project Consultations
- Week 13Independent Work: Project Preparation
23.01. Online Webinar with Expert 13: Project Consultations. - Week 14Project Work: Preparation
30.01. Online Webinar with Expert 14: Project Consultations - Week 15Project Work: Preparation (Submission Deadline: 04.02 at 12:00)
- 06.02. Online Webinar with Expert 15:00 Project Presentations and Training Summary
The training is based on the e-learning courses and materials ISACA ITCA: “Cybersecurity Fundamentals Online Training” and Microsoft SC-900: “Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals.”
Course activities take place in the Slack communication channel.
Regular webinars are held on Zoom on Fridays, once a week, each lasting 2 academic hours.
Course activities take place in the Slack communication channel.
Regular webinars are held on Zoom on Fridays, once a week, each lasting 2 academic hours.
- Time: 9:15–10:45
- Exceptions: the introductory webinar lasts 1 academic hour (9:15–10:00), and the 15th webinar – Project Presentations and Summary lasts 3 academic hours (9:15–11:30).
- 28 hours of video lectures
- 106 hours of independent work with practical exercises
- 30 hours of online webinars with an expert
Achievement of learning outcomes is assessed based on:
- Feedback-based practical exercises completed during the training
- Preparation and defense of an individual final project titled “Creating a Corporate Cybersecurity Architecture Plan”
Learning outcomes are considered achieved when the participant:
- Completes all practical exercises assigned during the training;
- Attends at least 75% of the contact hours;
- Prepares and defends the final project.
Participants will need a computer with a working microphone and camera, preferably with an additional monitor, and a stable internet connection. A Windows operating system is recommended for the training, though Mac OS and Linux devices may also be used if desired.
Those without a suitable computer can arrange a rental through BCS Training.
Those without a suitable computer can arrange a rental through BCS Training.
Access to the CBT Nuggets training platform for independent learning, the Slack communication channel, and regular webinars (with recordings).
- Access to the official Microsoft SC-900 learning lab and the opportunity to take the official exam (does not include retake attempts).