Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
CSPv7.0
Program Outline
- Introduction to Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking:
- Ethical hacking concepts and legal boundaries – Authorized security testing within defined legal frameworks
- Cyber threat landscape (APT, ransomware, phishing) – Overview of modern cyber threats and attack types
- Penetration testing methodology and lifecycle – Step-by-step process for structured vulnerability testing
- Cyber Kill Chain and attack stages – Understanding stages involved in executing cyber attacks
- Roles of ethical hackers in organizations – Identifying vulnerabilities and improving overall security posture
- Importance of proactive security testing – Preventing attacks by identifying risks early
- Types of hackers: white, black, grey – Classification based on intent, ethics, and legality
- Overview of cybersecurity domains – Coverage of network, application, cloud, and governance
- Networking Fundamentals
- Network types: LAN, WAN, WLAN – Different network types based on geographical scope
- IP addressing: IPv4, IPv6 basics – Addressing systems used for identifying network devices
- Subnetting and network segmentation – Dividing networks to enhance performance and security
- Core protocols: TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS – Protocols enabling communication across interconnected network systems
- OSI model and layered communication – Seven-layer model defining standardized communication processes
- Network devices: routers, switches, firewalls – Devices responsible for routing, switching, and securing traffic
○ Packet-based data transmission concepts – Data transmitted in packets across communication networks
○ Basics of NAT and routing – Translating addresses and directing traffic across networks
- Linux OS Knowledge
- Linux file system and command line basics – Managing files and directories using terminal commands
- User and permission management – Controlling user access and privileges within systems
- Process and service handling – Managing system processes and background services efficiently
- Bash scripting fundamentals – Automating repetitive tasks using shell scripting techniques
- Kali Linux and Parrot OS usage – Security-focused operating systems for penetration testing
- Tool installation and package management – Installing and managing tools using package managers
- File permissions and security controls – Applying read, write, execute permissions for protection
- Log monitoring and troubleshooting – Analyzing logs to detect issues and security events
- Network Security
- Firewall types: packet filter, stateful, proxy – Different firewall types controlling traffic based on rules
- Access Control Lists (ACLs) concepts – Defining rules to permit or deny network traffic
- IDS and IPS fundamentals – Detecting and preventing malicious activities within network traffic
- Fortigate firewall practical labs – Hands-on configuration of enterprise-grade firewall systems
- Network hardening techniques – Reducing vulnerabilities by securing systems and services
- Securing enterprise network infrastructure – Implementing layered security controls across enterprise environments
- VPN concepts and secure connectivity – Establishing encrypted tunnels over insecure public networks
- Network segmentation strategies – Isolating network segments to limit attack spread
- Security Operations Center (SOC):
- SOC architecture and working model – Centralized system for monitoring and responding to threats
- SIEM, SOAR, EDR, MDR tools overview – Tools used for detection, automation, and response
- Log analysis and event correlation – Identifying suspicious activities by analyzing system logs
- Incident detection and response workflow – Structured approach to handling and resolving security incidents
- Threat intelligence basics – Using data insights to anticipate potential cyber threats
- 24/7 monitoring and alert handling – Continuous monitoring to ensure immediate threat response
- Use case creation and alert tuning – Improving detection accuracy and reducing false alerts
- Incident reporting and escalation – Documenting incidents and escalating critical security events
- IT Risk Management & GRC:
- Risk identification and assessment process – Identifying risks and evaluating their potential impact
- Risk scoring and impact evaluation – Assigning severity based on likelihood and business impact
- Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) concepts – Integrating governance, risk management, and compliance processes
- Policy creation and control implementation – Developing policies and implementing security control measures
- Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery – Ensuring operations continue during disruptions and failures
- Continuous monitoring and risk treatment – Ongoing tracking and mitigation of identified risks
- Risk registers and documentation – Maintaining records of risks and mitigation actions
- Regulatory compliance alignment – Ensuring adherence to legal and industry requirements
- ISO Standards & Data Protection Compliance:
- ISO 27001 ISMS framework and controls – Framework for managing and securing organizational information assets
- Risk-based approach and audit readiness – Preparing systems and documentation for successful audits
- ISO 42001 AI governance and risk management – Managing risks related to artificial intelligence systems
- Responsible and secure AI practices – Ensuring ethical and secure deployment of AI systems
- DPDPA principles and compliance requirements – Understanding Indian data protection laws and obligations
- Data roles, consent, and breach management – Managing responsibilities, consent, and data breach incidents
- Audit lifecycle and certification process – Steps involved in achieving ISO certification compliance
- Documentation and policy requirements – Creating required policies and compliance documentation
- Information Gathering Techniques:
- Passive reconnaissance: WHOIS, DNS, OSINT – Collecting information without directly interacting with targets
- Active reconnaissance techniques – Directly scanning systems to gather detailed information
- Tools: Nmap, Shodan, Maltego – Tools used for scanning and intelligence gathering
- Footprinting and target profiling – Understanding target environment before launching attacks
- Attack surface mapping techniques – Identifying all possible entry points into systems
- Subdomain and asset discovery – Discovering hidden domains and organizational digital assets
- Social engineering intelligence gathering – Collecting human-based information for exploitation strategies
- Preparing for penetration testing – Organizing collected data for structured testing approach
- Target Enumeration and Port Scanning:
- Host discovery techniques – Identifying active hosts within a target network
- Service and user enumeration – Extracting details about services and system users
- Port scanning types and methods – Techniques for identifying open and accessible ports
- Open, closed, and filtered ports – Understanding port states to assess exposure
- Nmap advanced scanning techniques – Using scripts and flags for deeper scanning
- Banner grabbing techniques – Extracting service details from open network ports
- Identifying vulnerabilities from services – Mapping discovered services to known vulnerabilities
- Attack vector identification – Determining potential entry points for exploitation
- Vulnerability Assessment:
- Asset identification and classification – Identifying critical assets requiring protection and monitoring
- Vulnerability scanning methodologies – Systematic scanning techniques for identifying security weaknesses
- Tools: Nessus, OpenVAS, Qualys – Popular tools used for automated vulnerability assessments
- Risk prioritization and scoring – Ranking vulnerabilities based on severity and business impact
- Reporting and remediation planning – Documenting findings and planning corrective security actions
- Patch management basics – Updating systems to fix known vulnerabilities and bugs
- Compliance-based assessments – Evaluating systems against compliance standards and frameworks
- Difference between VA and VAPT – Understanding assessment versus exploitation-based testing differences
- Network Sniffing & Traffic Analysis:
- Packet capture and analysis basics – Capturing and analyzing network packets for insights
- Passive vs active sniffing – Monitoring traffic versus injecting packets for interception
- Tools: Wireshark, tcpdump, Ettercap – Tools used for packet capture and analysis
- Man-in-the-middle attack concepts – Intercepting communication between two parties secretly
- Session hijacking basics – Taking control of active user sessions unlawfully
- Protocol analysis techniques – Analyzing protocols to detect anomalies and misuse
- Traffic filtering and inspection – Filtering network traffic to identify suspicious activity
- Encryption and mitigation techniques – Protecting communication using encryption and secure protocols
- System Hacking & Post-Exploitation:
- Windows privilege escalation techniques – Gaining higher privileges within compromised systems
- Credential dumping using Mimikatz – Extracting passwords and credentials from system memory
- Maintaining persistence mechanisms – Ensuring continued access after initial system compromise
- Lateral movement across systems – Expanding access across multiple systems within network
- Covering tracks and log manipulation – Hiding attacker activities by modifying system logs
- Exploiting misconfigurations – Leveraging improper configurations to gain unauthorized access
- Post-exploitation frameworks – Tools used after compromise to maintain system control
- Defense strategies and monitoring – Detecting and preventing post-exploitation activities effectively
- Wireless Security:
- Wireless technologies: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC – Different wireless communication
- Encryption standards: WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 – Security protocols used
- Wireless attack techniques – Methods used to exploit wireless network vulnerabilities
- Tools: Aircrack-ng, Kismet – Tools used for wireless network analysis and attacks
- Rogue access point attacks – Fake access points used to capture user data
- Deauthentication attacks – Disconnecting users from network to perform attacks
- MITM over wireless networks – Intercepting wireless communication between devices
- Wireless security best practices – Securing wireless networks using strong configurations
- Email Security:
- Email protocols and working – Understanding how email communication systems function
- SPF, DKIM, DMARC implementation – Email authentication methods preventing spoofing and phishing
- Phishing and spoofing attacks – Techniques used to deceive users and steal data
- Malware delivery through emails – Distributing malicious files through email attachments
- Email filtering and security tools – Tools used to block spam and malicious emails
- Business Email Compromise (BEC) – Targeted attacks exploiting business communication channels
- Email header analysis – Analyzing headers to detect spoofed or malicious emails
- User awareness and training – Educating users to identify and avoid email threats
- Advanced Web Security:
- OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities – Most critical web application security risks globally
- SQL Injection and XSS attacks – Injecting malicious code into databases and browsers
- CSRF and SSRF attacks – Exploiting trust between systems and user sessions
- Authentication and session flaws – Weak authentication and session management vulnerabilities
- Tools: Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP – Tools used for web application security testing
- API security fundamentals – Securing APIs against unauthorized access and misuse
- Secure coding practices – Writing code following secure development guidelines
- Web application testing methodology – Structured approach to testing web application security
- Advanced Ethical Hacking & Red Teaming:
- Metasploit framework usage – Using exploitation framework for penetration testing activities
- Exploitation techniques and payloads – Methods to exploit vulnerabilities using crafted payloads
- Red team vs blue team concepts – Offensive versus defensive cybersecurity strategies comparison
- Social engineering attacks – Manipulating humans to gain unauthorized system access
- Real-world attack simulations – Simulating real cyber attacks in controlled environments
- Adversary emulation techniques – Mimicking real attackers to test security defenses
- Post-exploitation strategies – Techniques used after gaining initial system access
- Reporting and engagement lifecycle – Managing full ethical hacking engagement from start to end
- Reporting & Documentation:
- Vulnerability assessment reporting – Documenting identified vulnerabilities and associated risks clearly
- Executive and technical reports – Preparing reports for management and technical teams
- Risk-based documentation – Aligning reports with risk severity and business impact
- Compliance mapping (ISO, DPDPA) – Mapping findings to compliance requirements and standards
- Client communication skills – Effectively communicating findings to stakeholders and clients
- Presentation and storytelling – Presenting security findings in clear and engaging manner
○ Remediation guidance – Providing actionable steps to fix identified vulnerabilities
○ Documentation standards and templates – Using standardized formats for professional reporting
- Capstone Project:
- Full network and web VAPT execution – Performing complete penetration testing on real-world scenarios
- SOC monitoring simulation project – Simulating SOC operations for real-time threat detection
- ISO 27001 risk assessment exercise – Conducting risk assessment aligned with ISO standards
- DPDPA compliance implementation – Implementing data protection controls as per Indian regulations
- Real-world scenario-based testing – Applying skills to practical cybersecurity case studies
- Report submission and documentation – Preparing final reports with findings and recommendations
- Final presentation and defense – Presenting project work before evaluation panel confidently
- Evaluation and feedback – Receiving feedback and improving based on assessment
Job Profiles
- Cybersecurity Analyst: Monitors and defends systems from security breaches and incidents. Required skills are Threat detection, vulnerability assessment, SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk). Required Certifications are CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP.
- Ethical Hacker (Penetration Tester): Identifies vulnerabilities in systems by simulating cyberattacks. Required Key Skills are Ethical hacking, penetration testing tools (e.g., Metasploit), coding. Required Certifications are CEH, OSCP.
- Security Engineer: Designs and implements secure systems to prevent attacks. Required Key Skills are Network security, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and scripting. Required Certifications are CISSP, CISM.
- Incident Responder: Responds to and mitigates the impact of cyberattacks or breaches. Required Key Skills are Forensics, malware analysis, and crisis management. Required Certifications are GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH).
- Forensic Analyst: Investigates cybercrimes by analyzing digital evidence. Required Key Skills are Digital forensics tools (e.g., EnCase, FTK), chain of custody management. Required Certifications are CHFI, GCFA.
- Security Architect: Designs the overall security infrastructure of an organization. Required Key Skills are Risk assessment, cloud security, enterprise architecture. Required Certifications are TOGAF, CISSP, AWS Security.
- Risk and Compliance Analyst: Ensures the organization complies with security standards and regulations. Required Key Skills are Governance, risk management frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST). Required Certifications are CRISC, CISM.
- Cybersecurity Consultant: Advises organizations on improving their security posture. Required Key Skills are Risk assessment, technical audits, communication. Required Certifications are CISSP, CCSP.
- SOC Analyst (Security Operations Center Analyst): Monitors and analyzes security events in real time. Required Key Skills are SIEM tools, threat hunting, and intrusion detection. Required Certifications are CompTIA CySA+, SSCP.
- Malware Analyst: Studies and reverses malware to understand its behavior. Key Skills are Reverse engineering, assembly language, and malware analysis tools. Required certifications GREM.
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO): Leads and manages an organization’s overall cybersecurity strategy. Required Key Skills are Leadership, strategic planning, regulatory compliance. Required Certifications are CISA, CISSP, CISM, MBA (optional).
- Cloud Security Specialist: Secures cloud-based systems and applications. Required Key Skills Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), container security, identity management. Required Certifications are CCSP, AWS Certified Security – Specialty.
- Identity and Access Management (IAM) Specialist: Manages and ensures secure access to resources. Required Key Skills are Identity management tools (Okta, LDAP), multifactor authentication. Required certifications are CISSP, CIAM.
- Application Security Engineer: Secures software applications against vulnerabilities. Required Key Skills are OWASP guidelines, secure coding, DevSecOps. Required Certifications are CSSLP, CEH.
- Threat Intelligence Analyst: Gathers and analyzes data about potential cyber threats. Required Key Skills are OSINT, data analysis, and reporting. Required Certifications are Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CTIA).