Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals Specialization

Launch Your Career in Cybersecurity Operations. Learn the basic skills required to become an entry-level cybersecurity operations analyst in a Security Operations Center (SOC).
The Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals Specialization gives you the basic skills you need to begin a career as an entry-level cybersecurity analyst. As you progress through this Specialization, you'll gain the foundational knowledge that organizations require to protect their network.
Completing this Specialization will prepare you to start your career as a Security Operations Center Analyst.
Previous IP networking knowledge is preferred.
What You Will Learn:
- The concepts behind TCP/IP networking communication
- The basics of networking communication, common attack vectors, and malicious activities
- The patterns of suspicious behaviors typically encountered when working in a Security Operations Center (SOC)

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