IT Security and Data Protection Strategies Training

Course overview

Module Description Cybersecurity Training Basics Orientation towards IT security roles, training opportunities, and specialization paths Introduction to the fundamentals of cybersecurity, including system hardening and defense Understanding the importance of data protection in modern IT environments Differentiation between the areas of cybersecurity, IT security, and network security Data Protection and Privacy Strategies Implementation of data encryption techniques and secure storage practices Overview of data classification, retention, and access policies Ensuring compliance with the GDPR and international data protection laws Application of anonymization and pseudonymization techniques Fundamentals of Endpoint and Operating System Security Securing Windows, Linux, and macOS systems against threats Managing operating system permissions, user roles, and secure boot protocols Provisioning antivirus, anti-malware, and endpoint protection tools Enforcement of least-privilege and patch management practices Risk Management and Vulnerability Control Conducting security risk assessments and threat modeling Identifying and mitigating software, hardware, and network vulnerabilities Developing IT security strategies for preventive and reactive controls Using vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus and OpenVAS Security Architecture and Secure Configurations Designing secure IT architectures using layered security approaches Securing hardware, virtual environments, and cloud-based platforms Implementing firewall policies, ACLs, and router configurations Integrating identity management and MFA systems Monitoring, Compliance, and Governance Monitoring systems for compliance violations and unusual activities Using SIEM for centralized analysis of security logs Aligning with IT governance frameworks such as ISO 27001 and NIST Documenting audit trails and creating compliance reports

Upcoming dates

• 2026-07-28T22:00:00.000Z · 2026-09-25T22:00:00.000Z · Aachen · Combined Learning
• 2026-07-28T22:00:00.000Z · 2026-09-25T22:00:00.000Z · Bielefeld · Combined Learning
• 2026-07-28T22:00:00.000Z · 2026-09-25T22:00:00.000Z · Bonn · Combined Learning
• 2026-07-28T22:00:00.000Z · 2026-09-25T22:00:00.000Z · Dresden · Combined Learning
• 2026-07-28T22:00:00.000Z · 2026-09-25T22:00:00.000Z · Duisburg · Combined Learning