Zero Trust Security

Course

This course introduces the zero trust security model, a dynamic approach to addressing the continual evolution of cybersecurity threats for organizations that demand flexibility and scalability in modern work environments. Traditional security models that rely on strong outer defenses are no longer viable strategies to protect a company’s valuable assets. Students who complete this course will be able to critically examine corporate security practices against the philosophy of “Never Trust, Always Verify”, and will be empowered to advocate for Zero Trust Architecture initiatives.

Intermediate

3 weeks

Real-world Projects

Completion Certificate

Last Updated August 2, 2022

Skills you'll learn:

Zero Trust Algorithms • Zero Trust Deployment Strategy • Zero trust security model • Zero Trust Maturity Model

Prerequisites:

Cybersecurity fluency • Application architecture • Computer networking basics

Course Lessons

Lesson 1

Introduction to Zero Trust Security

This lesson serves as an introduction to the course. By exploring zero trust core values and recent trends in cybersecurity, we demonstrate why this approach to security matters now more than ever.

Lesson 2

Zero Trust Security Concepts

This lesson is a review of the core components required to implement a zero trust security system and how policy-based management systems allow us to "Never Trust, Always Verify".

Lesson 3

Zero Trust Methods

This lesson focuses on the solutions and controls that can be implemented to introduce zero trust principles to any environment.

Lesson 4

Organizational Practices

This lesson focuses on the selection and implementation of zero trust security controls through organizational practices.

Lesson 5 • Project

Zero Trust Road Map

In this project, you will demonstrate your mastery of zero trust security concepts by recommending controls to revamp our company's security program!

Taught By The Best

Richard Phung

INFORMATION SECURITY ANALYST

Richard is an SSCP, CISSP, and CIPP/US with over a decade of enterprise systems administration experience, working with businesses to meet the demands of a continually evolving threat landscape. Richard holds a BA in Psychology from Hendrix College and a Master's of Education from Lesley University.

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Projects are based on real-world scenarios and challenges, allowing you to apply the skills you learn to practical situations, while giving you real hands-on experience.

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Reviewers provide timely and constructive feedback on your project submissions, highlighting areas of improvement and offering practical tips to enhance your work.