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Advanced SpecializationCybersecurityIntermediate10 weeks
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is a 10-week intermediate course covering networking, Linux, cryptography, the OWASP Top 10, web and network penetration testing with tools like Wireshark, Burp Suite, and Metasploit, SIEM-based threat detection, and incident response. Aimed at IT professionals and career switchers, it culminates in projects such as a home network security lab, an OWASP vulnerability assessment, and a simulated breach incident-response case.
Go from networking and Linux fundamentals to penetration testing, incident response, and AI-assisted threat detection — everything you need to defend real systems.
What you'll learn
Networking, Linux, and security fundamentals
Web application and network penetration testing
SIEM-based threat detection with AI-assisted triage
Incident response and digital forensics basics
Course details
Duration
10 weeks
Best for
IT professionals and career switchers who want hands-on skills to defend networks and systems
Enrollment isn't open for this course yet — check back soon or contact us.
Course Curriculum
A module-by-module breakdown of what you'll cover in Cybersecurity.
01Getting Started & Environment Setup
4 topicsWeeks 1–2
- Setting up a Kali Linux VM (includes Metasploit pre-installed)
- Installing Wireshark and Burp Suite Community Edition
- Creating a free Splunk account
- Verifying your lab environment with a basic packet capture
02Basic
5 topicsWeek 3
- TCP/IP, the OSI model, and subnetting basics
- Linux filesystem, permissions, and command-line fluency
- DNS, common ports, and packet capture with Wireshark
- Wireless network security and Wi-Fi attack basics
- VPNs and secure remote access: IPsec, WireGuard, and split tunneling
03Intermediate
5 topicsWeeks 4–5
- CIA triad and common attack vectors
- Symmetric/asymmetric cryptography and hashing
- Risk assessment and security policy basics
- TLS/PKI deep dive: certificate chains and handshakes
- Identity and access management: RBAC, SSO, OAuth 2.0, and MFA
04Advanced
5 topicsWeeks 6–7
- Bash/Python scripting for security tooling and log parsing
- OWASP Top 10: SQL injection, XSS, broken authentication
- Secure coding and vulnerability assessment with Burp Suite
- CSRF, SSRF, and broken access control
- Secure SDLC and DevSecOps: SAST, DAST, and shifting left
05Pro
11 topicsWeek 8
- Firewall, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation design
- SIEM fundamentals and log correlation rules
- AI-assisted anomaly detection and threat hunting
- Reconnaissance, OSINT, and exploitation with Metasploit
- Privilege escalation and password attacks
- Incident response lifecycle and digital forensics basics
- Cloud security posture on AWS/Azure
- SOC2 and ISO 27001 fundamentals
- SOAR playbook automation for common alerts
- Threat modeling and the MITRE ATT&CK framework
- Container and Kubernetes security fundamentals
06AI Pro
3 topicsWeeks 9–10
- Using Claude, ChatGPT, and Perplexity for Threat Analysis, Log Triage, and Secure Code Review
- Verifying AI-Assisted Security Findings Before Acting on Them
- Project: AI-Assisted Log Triage and Code Review with Adversarial Verification
Tools & Technologies
Hands-on practice with the same tools used by working professionals.
WirWireshark
BurBurp Suite
MetMetasploit
SplSplunk / Microsoft Sentinel
NesNessus / Qualys
ClaClaude / ChatGPT
ProProwler / ScoutSuite
Real-Time, Industry-Based Projects
This is project-based learning modeled on real industry scenarios — you'll build portfolio-ready work as you go, not just watch lectures.
Home network security lab with segmented firewall rules, VLANs, and an IDS
Full OWASP Top 10 vulnerability assessment against a deliberately vulnerable web app
SIEM detection lab combining correlation rules with an ML-based anomaly detector
CTF-style capstone solving a structured set of recon-to-privilege-escalation machines
Incident response case reconstructing a simulated breach from a memory/disk image
Every course includes a guided internship on top of your project work — so you graduate with real experience, not just a certificate.
Communication & Soft Skills
Built into every course, alongside the technical curriculum.
Communication Skills
Practice explaining technical work clearly to teammates, managers, and clients.
Practical AI Skills
Hands-on training in using AI tools well — prompting, everyday workflows, and where AI actually helps versus where it doesn't.
Teamwork & Collaboration
Work in small project teams using real workflows like stand-ups and code reviews.
Problem Solving
Build the habit of breaking down ambiguous problems into clear, solvable steps.
Time Management
Learn to plan, prioritize, and deliver project work against realistic deadlines.
Presentation Skills
Present your project work and results with confidence, as you would to a client.
Resume & Profile Building
Build a strong resume, LinkedIn profile, and project portfolio that recruiters notice.
Interview Preparation
Mock interviews and portfolio reviews to get you ready for real job applications.
Career & Placement Support
100% of students enrolled in Cybersecurity get full access to placement support — real tools and guidance, not just a promise. This is support and access, not a guaranteed job outcome.
Resume Builder
A resume auto-built from your real completed projects and certificates, ready to export.
Shareable Portfolio
A public portfolio page showcasing your approved projects, with a link you can share with employers.
Interview Preparation
Guidance on presenting your projects and experience clearly in real interviews.
Peer & Mentor Community
Ongoing access to our learner community for questions, feedback, and support after you finish.
What Your Certificates Look Like
Real, verifiable certificates with your name, Cybersecurity, and a QR code anyone can scan to confirm they're genuine — one for completing the course, and a separate one if you take the internship track.
Course Completion Certificate
SAMPLE
Data24ZoneCertificate of Completion
Illustrative recipient
Your Name Here
Example certificate for completion of
Cybersecurity
- Certificate No.
- D24-SAMPLE
- Mode
- Self-Paced
- Duration
- 10 weeks
- Example issue date
- On completion
Sample only — not a real, issued certificate.
Verification is available only on issued certificates.
Internship Completion Certificate
SAMPLE
Data24ZoneCertificate of Internship
Illustrative recipient
Your Name Here
Example certificate for completion of
Cybersecurity
- Certificate No.
- D24-SAMPLE
- Mode
- Internship
- Duration
- 10 weeks
- Example issue date
- On completion
Sample only — not a real, issued certificate.
Verification is available only on issued certificates.
Student Reviews
“The pentest and SIEM labs were exactly what my job needed — I was applying the detection rules at work within weeks.”
Arvind Krishnan
SOC Analyst
“Went from barely knowing Linux to building a full incident response report. The hands-on labs made it real.”
Divya Nair
IT Security Trainee
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn in the Cybersecurity course?
You'll learn: Networking, Linux, and security fundamentals; Web application and network penetration testing; SIEM-based threat detection with AI-assisted triage; Incident response and digital forensics basics.
What tools and technologies does the Cybersecurity course cover?
This course covers: Wireshark, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Splunk / Microsoft Sentinel, Nessus / Qualys, Claude / ChatGPT, Prowler / ScoutSuite.
Is the Cybersecurity course beginner-friendly?
This is a intermediate-level course, so it assumes some prior familiarity with the subject. It starts with a "Getting Started & Environment Setup" module covering tool installation before the main curriculum.
How long does the Cybersecurity course take to complete?
The course is designed to be completed in approximately 10 weeks, depending on your pace.
What enrollment options are available for Cybersecurity?
Internship (₹2,499) — Work through real projects with our team and earn an internship certificate (course certificate not included). Self-Paced (₹1,999) — Learn anytime with the full recorded curriculum and community access.
Is there an internship option for Cybersecurity?
Yes — the Internship track means working through real projects with our team and earning a separate Internship Certificate.
Will I get a certificate after completing Cybersecurity?
Yes. Self-paced enrollment earns a course completion certificate once your final project is reviewed and approved. Internship enrollment earns an internship certificate once your internship projects are approved. Every certificate is publicly verifiable on our website and can be added directly to your LinkedIn profile.
What kind of projects will I build in Cybersecurity?
You'll work on real projects such as: Home network security lab with segmented firewall rules, VLANs, and an IDS; Full OWASP Top 10 vulnerability assessment against a deliberately vulnerable web app; SIEM detection lab combining correlation rules with an ML-based anomaly detector; CTF-style capstone solving a structured set of recon-to-privilege-escalation machines; Incident response case reconstructing a simulated breach from a memory/disk image.
Is placement support included with Cybersecurity?
Yes — every enrolled student gets full access to our placement support: resume building, a shareable project portfolio, mock interview preparation, and guidance applying what you've built to real job applications. This is support and access, not a guaranteed job outcome — how quickly it leads to an offer depends on the market and your own effort.
