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Fundamentals of Cyber Defense

Build essential cyber defense skills by learning threat detection, network security, endpoint protection, and firewall configuration through practical, real-world scenarios.

Apr, 2026
9h
Core
Cybersecurity
1K Students

Overview

This course provides a practical introduction to modern cyber defense, helping you understand how to protect systems, networks, and data from evolving threats in real-world environments. You’ll learn how cyberattacks occur, how attackers exploit vulnerabilities, and how to apply core defense strategies across threat detection, network security, endpoint protection, and firewall configuration, enabling you to analyze risks, secure infrastructure, and build a strong defensive foundation for cybersecurity roles.

Skills you'll gain

cybersecurityAdvanced CybersecurityCyber Defense Strategies

What you'll learn

  • Analyze common cyber threats and attacker behavior using foundational detection techniques
  • Implement core network defense strategies to secure systems and monitor traffic
  • Apply endpoint protection methods including system hardening and security tools
  • Configure and manage firewall policies to control access and enforce security controls

Who Should Attend

Prerequisites

  • Beginners looking to start a career in cybersecurity
  • IT support, help desk, or network professionals wanting to build security skills
  • Students or graduates interested in security operations and SOC roles
  • Anyone who wants to understand how to protect systems, networks, and data from cyber threats
  • Basic understanding of computer systems and operating systems
  • Familiarity with networking concepts (IP addresses, protocols, basic network structure)
  • Comfort using a computer and navigating software tools
  • No prior cybersecurity experience required, but helpful if you have basic IT knowledge

Chapters

Explore a structured set of chapters designed to build your skills step by step, with practical examples and hands-on applications.

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Segment 00: Welcome to the Course: Course Overview

Segment 01 - Intro Video to Course

Segment 02 - Module Introduction

Segment 03 - Fundamentals of Cyber Defense

Segment 04 - Understanding the Threat Landscape

Segment 05 - Core Components of Defensive Security 

Meet your instructors

Abdelrhman Orafy

Abdelrhman Orafy

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Do you offer any certifications upon completion of a course at Starweaver?

Yes, we do offer a certification upon completion of our course to showcase your newly acquired skills and expertise.

Does Starweaver offer any free courses or trials?

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