Cyber Security, Network Security & Endpoint Protection Course by Palash Manna

The Cyber Security, Network Security, and Endpoint Security course by Palash Manna is a comprehensive online training program designed to build strong foundational and practical cybersecurity skills. This course is suitable for students, IT beginners, and working professionals who want to understand modern cyber threats, security technologies, and real-world defense strategies used by organizations today.

The curriculum is structured to take learners from basic cybersecurity concepts to advanced security domains such as threat intelligence, vulnerability management, cloud security, and incident response. With a strong focus on real-world scenarios, industry practices, and hands-on exposure, this program prepares students for entry-level cybersecurity roles and certification pathways.

What Students Will Learn

1. Introduction to Cyber Security

• What is Cyber Security

• Importance of Cyber Security in organizations

• CIA Triad (Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)

• Current threat landscape

• Types of cyber attackers

2. Networking Fundamentals for Security

• OSI & TCP/IP models

• IP addressing, DNS, DHCP

• Ports & protocols (HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SSH, SMTP)

• Firewalls & proxies

• Network topologies

3. Cyber Threats & Attack Vectors

• Malware (Virus, Worm, Trojan, Ransomware)

• Phishing, Spear Phishing, Whaling

• Brute force & credential stuffing

• Man-in-the-Middle (MITM)

• DoS / DDoS attacks

• Insider threats

4. Operating System Security

• Windows security fundamentals

• Linux security basics

• User & privilege management

• Patch management

• Hardening best practices

5. Network Security

• Firewalls (Stateful, Next-Gen Firewall)

• IDS / IPS

• VPN concepts

• Network segmentation

• Wireless security (WPA2/WPA3)

6. Endpoint Security

• Antivirus & EDR / XDR

• Endpoint hardening

• USB & device control

• Patch & vulnerability management

• Mobile device security

7. Application & Web Security

• OWASP Top 10

• SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF

• Secure coding principles

• Authentication & authorization

• API security basics

8. Identity & Access Management (IAM)

• Authentication vs Authorization

• MFA / 2FA

• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

• Privileged Access Management (PAM)

• Active Directory security basics

9. Vulnerability Management

• Vulnerability scanning concepts

• Tools (Qualys, Nessus – overview)

• CVE, CVSS scoring

• Risk prioritization

• Remediation & verification

10. Security Monitoring & Incident Response

• SIEM concepts

• Log management

• SOC operations overview

• Incident response lifecycle

• Case studies & real incidents

11. Cloud Security Basics

• Shared responsibility model

• Cloud security risks

• AWS / Azure / GCP security basics

• Cloud identity & access

• Data protection in cloud

12. Data Security & Cryptography

• Data classification

• Encryption (Symmetric & Asymmetric)

• Hashing & digital signatures

• SSL / TLS basics

• Key management

13. Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

• Security policies & procedures

• Risk assessment

• ISO 27001 overview

• SOC 2, GDPR, PCI-DSS basics

• Audit & compliance essentials

14. Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery

• BCP & DR concepts

• RTO / RPO

• Backup strategies

• Incident & disaster scenarios

15. Security Awareness & Best Practices

• Password hygiene

• Email & social media safety

• Safe browsing practices

• BYOD security

• Human factor in cyber security

16. Hands-On / Practical (Optional but Recommended)

• Phishing simulation

• Vulnerability scan demo

• Log analysis basics

• Incident response tabletop exercise

• Security tool demonstrations

17. Career Path & Certifications

• Cyber Security roles (SOC, Analyst, Engineer, GRC)

• Entry-level certifications (Security+, CEH)

• Advanced certifications (CISSP, CISM)

• Resume & interview guidance

Teaching Method

Mode: Live online interactive sessions

• Concept-based explanations with real-world examples

• Step-by-step technical demonstrations

• Security case studies and attack simulations

• Practical exposure through vulnerability scans, phishing simulations, and log analysis

• Guided learning with structured modules and revision sessions

• Career-focused mentoring and interview preparation support

Why Learn From Palash Manna

Palash Manna delivers structured cybersecurity training with a strong focus on clarity, practical understanding, and industry relevance. The teaching approach emphasizes both theoretical foundations and real-world application, helping learners build job-ready cybersecurity skills without unnecessary complexity.

Benefits and Outcomes

• Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals and modern threats

• Hands-on exposure to security tools and monitoring practices

• Improved practical knowledge of network and endpoint protection

• Readiness for entry-level cybersecurity job roles

• Preparation support for certifications such as Security+, CEH, and advanced tracks

• Enhanced awareness of security best practices and risk management

• Career clarity in cybersecurity domains such as SOC, Analyst, and GRC roles