The Master’s in Cybersecurity and Information Risk Management is a high-level specialization designed for professionals seeking to consolidate their expertise and develop a strategic vision for the protection of digital assets and organizational resilience. This program allows you to delve into the complexity of business vulnerabilities, ranging from the analysis of risks associated with social media to the implementation of proactive detection and advanced protections. You will master the principles and best practices for comprehensive information protection, addressing risk management through the identification, assessment, and mitigation of sophisticated threats. You will explore the framework of global standards, regulations, and applicable legislation, as well as the implementation and auditing of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), which are fundamental to effective governance. You will develop a strategic vision for the design and implementation of robust cybersecurity programs, preparing you to secure cloud, Internet, and industrial environments with cutting-edge solutions. This training equips you with the skills to lead secure development initiatives and manage complex digital identities, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of critical data. The program validates and updates your knowledge, strengthening your professional career in cybersecurity and risk management, and enabling you to make strategic decisions in a digital environment that demands continuous adaptation.
Objectives
• You will lead the implementation of comprehensive digital defense programs tailored to the strategic needs of any organization. • You will design robust protection architectures for cloud, Internet, and industrial environments, mitigating advanced vulnerabilities. • You will effectively manage information risks by applying analysis and assessment methodologies to protect critical assets. • You will integrate Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) with international standards and regulations, ensuring legal compliance. • You will assess the impact of emerging threats and vulnerabilities, developing proactive detection and response strategies. • You will make strategic decisions regarding data and system protection, based on a deep understanding of best practices and digital security principles. • You will implement secure development and identity management solutions, strengthening the security posture from the design phase. • You will lead multidisciplinary teams in responding to digital security incidents, minimizing damage and ensuring operational continuity.
Methodology
At Educa PHAROS, we use a highly practical methodology focused on the direct application of knowledge in the student’s professional environment, combining theoretical content with real-world cases, digital tools, and support from a team of specialized instructors.
Program
Introduction
State of the Art
Analysis
Performance
Unit Summary
Introduction
Detection
Analysis
Generic Protections
Unit Summary
Introduction
Best Practices
Risk Management and Mitigation Measures
Threats and Vulnerabilities
Unit Summary
Introduction
Definition and Objectives
Regulations
Information Security Management Systems
Unit Summary
Introduction
State of the Art
Analysis
Performance
Summary of the Instructional Unit
Introduction
Detection
Analysis
Generic Protections
Summary of the Instructional Unit
Introduction
Best Practices
Risk Management and Mitigation Measures
Threats and Vulnerabilities
Summary of the Instructional Unit
Introduction
Definition and Objectives
Regulations
Information Security Management Systems
Summary of the Instructional Unit
Introduction
Types of Social Media
Social Media Concepts
Social Media Safety
Unit Summary
References
Introduction
Threats on Social Media
Mitigating Factors
Security Tools
Unit Summary
Introduction
Doxxing Techniques
Social Media Analytics Techniques
Tools
Unit Summary
References
Introduction
Information Overload
Information Analysis
Techniques for Detecting Fake News
Unit Summary
Bibliographic References
Introduction
Definition and Types of Malware
Static and Dynamic Analysis
Terminology
Unit Summary
References
Introduction
Viruses and Worms
Trojans
Spyware and Phishing
Unit Summary
References
Introduction
Rootkits
Ransomware
Other Types
Unit Summary
References
Introduction
Metasploit Architecture
Exploits
Payloads
Unit Summary
References
Introduction
Types and Definitions
Static Analysis
Dynamic Analysis
Summary of the Instructional Unit
Introduction
Viruses and Worms
Trojans
Spyware, Phishing
Summary of the Instructional Unit
Introduction
Rootkits
Ransomware
Other types
Summary of the Instructional Unit
Introduction
Vulnerabilities
Exploits
Payloads
Summary of the Instructional Unit
Introduction
Protocols in Local Area Networks
Analysis of Local Area Networks
Identification of Threats and Vulnerabilities
Unit Summary
Bibliography
Introduction
External Access to Local Networks. VPN
Communication Between Local Area Networks
Vulnerabilities in Extranets
How to See What's Happening on Our Network
References
Introduction
Access Policy Definitions
Access to Local Servers. Acl
Firewalls, Proxies, and Other Mechanisms
Linux-Based Architectures
References
Introduction to Security in Cloud Architectures
Traditional Architectural Styles
Options, Providers, and Goals
Access and Identity Management
Network Security Policies
References
How does the website work?
HTTP and HTTPS Protocols
Domains and DNS
Servers
Ports and Other Protocols
References
Types of Web Threats
Objectives
Objectives (II)
Objectives (III)
Objectives (IV)
References
Introduction
Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
SQL Injection
Loss of Authentication
Other Vulnerabilities
References
Secure Server
Web Servers. Securing Apache (I)
Apache Security (II)
Nginx
Other Measures
References
How does the website work?
HTTP and HTTPS Protocols
Domains and DNS
Servers
Ports and Other Protocols
Types of Web Threats
Objectives (I)
Objectives (II)
Objectives (III)
Objectives (IV)
Introduction
Cross-site scripting (XSS)
SQL injection
Loss of Authentication
Other vulnerabilities
Secure server
Securing Apache (I)
Apache Security (II)
INGINX
Other measures
Introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT)
History of the IoT
IoT SWOT Analysis
Areas and Sectors
IoT Security and Privacy
Introduction to IoT Architecture
Layer Models
Specific architectures
Openfog
IoT Development
IoT and Big Data
IoT Applications
Analytics
Applications of IoT Analytics
Data Aggregation and Integration
Sensors
Communication Protocols for Sensors, Controllers, and Interfaces
Educa PHAROS is a training solution for businesses that centralizes learning, simplifies user management, and allows you to track progress through dashboards and reports.
It is designed for organizations that want to develop internal skills, standardize role-based training, and have traceability and learning metrics.
It includes learning paths by profile, user and permission management, progress reports, certification, and access to masterclasses or live sessions (depending on the plan).
It is based on best practices in security, access control, learning traceability, and implementation support. Customize this text according to your commitments (SLA, compliance, etc.).
Educa PHAROS is a next-generation training model that places a company’s human capital at the forefront. Through a platform that adapts to each company’s corporate identity and offers a total of more than 900 courses, it provides tailored training for each organization. The unlimited flat-rate plan provides each company with the number of courses that best suits its needs, as well as the ability to determine which employees will have access.
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