IT Security

Develop the skills needed to protect data and information on computers, devices, and networks.

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Created by Zeth Mbedzi Last updated Thu, 25-Jan-2024 English
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  • Successful candidates will be able to apply good IT security principles to manage connections, devices, and data effectively and safely. After passing this module, candidates will feel confident keeping information and data secure. They will know how to reduce risk with good practice.

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Security concepts
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  • Anyone is free to register
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Description

The IT Security module covers the main skills and knowledge needed for the secure use of ICT in everyday settings, at home and at work.

For individuals and organisations, it is important to understand good practice in maintaining a secure network connection, using the internet safely and securely, and managing data and information. This module covers concepts around secure information and data, physical security, privacy, and identity theft.

As data and information are valuable, having the appropriate knowledge, skills, and awareness to protect them is beneficial in a wide range of job roles. The IT Security module helps workers and employers protect these crucial resources.


Module overview

CategorySkill set
Security concepts
  • Data threats
  • Value of information
  • Personal security
  • File security
Malware
  • Definition and function
  • Types
  • Protection
Network security
  • Networks
  • Network connections
  • Wireless security
  • Access control
Secure web use
  • Web browsing
  • Social networking
Communications
  • E-mail
  • Instant messaging
Secure data management
  • Securing and backing-up data
  • Secure destruction
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Zeth Mbedzi
Certified Cyber Security Analyst. Software Developer. Programmer. Tech Business Owner.

14 years experience as a Web Developer and Project Management. Proficient or familiar with a vast array of programming languages, concepts technologies, and management oriented concepts based on educational projects: HTML, JAVA, Javascript, WHMS, Wordpress, Laravel, CSS, SQL, Perl, PHP, Python, MySql, XAMP, MAMP, WAMP Ms Office, Ms Project, Visio, Apache web server, Data Structure, Networking (Windows, Linux, Mac ), Inkscape, Corel Draw, Adobe Photoshop, Project Management, Strategic Information Management, Data Analysis. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems and Have been certified in Cybersecurity and Python Programming. Currently working as a project manager at Web Profiles. I have managed over 100 projects and successfully delivered in the specified timeframes. I am more of a technical person than just a project manager, much of my experience is in Programming and Web Development. 

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