Specialization - 8 course series
This specialization provides comprehensive preparation for the CompTIA Security+ certification and equips learners with the security knowledge and skills demanded by today's threat landscape. Spanning eight modular courses and approximately 30 hours of expert video instruction and online labs, the specialization covers all Security+ exam domains: General Security Concepts, Threats, Vulnerabilities and Mitigations, Security Architecture, Security Operations, and Security Program Management and Oversight.
Learners benefit by gaining practical, vendor-neutral skills directly applicable to roles such as security analyst, network security administrator, systems administrator, and IT auditor. The specialization incorporates over 100 online labs covering certificate management, firewall configuration, identity and access management, wireless security, cloud security, and incident response. By the end of this specialization, learners will be able to implement security controls, assess risks, respond to threats, and contribute to security program management across enterprise environments.
Applied Learning Project
Learners benefit by developing practical, vendor-neutral skills directly applicable to roles such as security analyst, network security administrator, systems administrator, and IT auditor. Rather than focusing on a single tool or platform, the specialization builds systematic security knowledge and decision-making skills aligned to real-world defensive and operational challenges across all Security+ SY0-701 exam domains: General Security Concepts, Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations, Security Architecture, Security Operations, and Security Program Management & Oversight. By the end of this specialization, learners will be able to identify and mitigate threats, implement secure network and endpoint architectures, apply cryptographic controls, manage identities and access, secure cloud and mobile environments, and contribute to governance, incident response, and organizational security programs.
This is a Coursera course, available through SADA. This course is delivered on Coursera and you complete it there. When you open it, it launches directly into Coursera in a new tab, already signed in for you — no separate account or login needed. It is fully connected and integrated with the SADA platform, and made available to you through SADA's partnership with Coursera. Your learning and completion happen on Coursera.
Professional Certificate - 14 course series
The global demand for cybersecurity professionals is set to surge by 6 million (Cybercrime Magazine). This IBM Professional Certificate gives you the essential skills you need to get your first job as a cybersecurity analyst and can also help you prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.
What do cybersecurity analysts do? Cybersecurity analysts protect an organization's systems and networks by monitoring for security breaches, analyzing threats, and implementing defensive measures to prevent cyberattacks.
Throughout this program, you’ll learn:
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Cybersecurity essentials, tools, and technologies
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Cyberattacks, operating systems, and networking fundamentals
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Database fundamentals and vulnerabilities, cybersecurity architecture, compliance frameworks, standards, and regulations
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How to use generative AI for cybersecurity
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Tools and strategies for job search, resume building, and interview preparation to kickstart your career
You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in penetration testing, incident response, forensics, and threat intelligence. Plus, you’ll work on real-world projects developing cybersecurity plans and compliance frameworks, giving you great practical work to talk about in interviews.
Once you’ve successfully completed this program, you’ll have an IBM Professional Certificate and digital badge showcasing skills you can add to your resume. Start today and prepare to launch your cybersecurity in less than 6 months.
Applied Learning Project
This Professional Certificate is specifically designed to help you build the practical experience that employers look for. Throughout the program, you’ll work on hands-on labs and projects that fine-tune your new competencies. This practical work will enable you to:
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Build applied skills for incident response & forensics through real-world cybersecurity case studies.
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Gain hands-on practice using industry-specific security tools.
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Demonstrate how to apply cybersecurity industry standards and best practices to mitigate risks, enhance security, and ensure compliance through audit processes.
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Apply incident response methodologies.
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Work with generative AI tools that boost your cybersecurity effectiveness and productivity.
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Showcase your ability to investigate a real-world security breach by identifying the attack, vulnerabilities, costs, and prevention recommendations.
This program is ACE® approved and FIBAA recommended - you can earn up to 10 degree credits & up to 4 ECTS credits.
This is a Coursera course, available through SADA. This course is delivered on Coursera and you complete it there. When you open it, it launches directly into Coursera in a new tab, already signed in for you — no separate account or login needed. It is fully connected and integrated with the SADA platform, and made available to you through SADA's partnership with Coursera. Your learning and completion happen on Coursera.
Professional Certificate - 9 course series
With this program, you can prepare for the Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst SC-900 certification exam administered by Microsoft. Learners who complete this program will receive a 50% discount voucher to take the exam.
Organizations rely on cybersecurity experts to protect themselves from threats, but nearly 60% of organizations report security talent shortages (1). Prepare for a new career in this high-demand field with professional training from Microsoft — an industry-recognized leader in cybersecurity. You'll also have the option to learn how generative AI tools and techniques are used in cybersecurity analysis.
The role of a cybersecurity analyst includes monitoring networks for vulnerabilities or potential threats, mitigating attacks on the network infrastructures, and implementing strategies for data protection. With 95% of fortune 500 companies using Azure, it’s critical for cybersecurity professionals to learn to protect data within an Azure environment (2).
Through a mix of videos, assessments, and hands-on activities, you’ll learn, apply, and discuss:
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Threat mitigation strategies from an enterprise perspective
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Apply effective cybersecurity policy measures within an Azure environment
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Practice on tools like MS defender, Azure Active Directory & more.
1 McKinsey & Company, Securing your organization to reduce cyber risk (June 2022)
2 Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Azure:The only consistent, comprehensive hybrid cloud (Sept 2018)
Applied Learning Project
This program has been uniquely mapped to key job skills required in cybersecurity analyst roles. In each course, you’ll be able to consolidate what you have learned by completing a capstone project that simulates real-world cybersecurity scenarios. You’ll also complete a final capstone project where you’ll create your own cybersecurity proposal for the creation and protection of a business network and infrastructure.
To round off your learning, you’ll also take a mock exam that has been set up in a similar style to the industry-recognized Microsoft Exam SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals.
The projects will include practicing on:
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A real-world scenario focused on penetration testing, building configuration, and testing strategy for white box testing of a penetration test on virtual networks.
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A real-world capstone project that enables you to demonstrate your cybersecurity analyst skills.
This is a Coursera course, available through SADA. This course is delivered on Coursera and you complete it there. When you open it, it launches directly into Coursera in a new tab, already signed in for you — no separate account or login needed. It is fully connected and integrated with the SADA platform, and made available to you through SADA's partnership with Coursera. Your learning and completion happen on Coursera.
Professional Certificate - 12 course series
Getting ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) is the ideal way to start your cybersecurity career. This program gives you the knowledge you need to pass the CC certification exam and get your first job. No previous experience is required, and it proves to employers you have the fundamental cybersecurity skills they’re looking for.
Cybersecurity specialists help protect the security of an organization’s infrastructure, network, applications, and data. During this program, you’ll look at IT essentials, including hardware, operating systems, and software. You’ll learn how networks operate, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and secure data storage systems. Plus, you’ll explore cloud computing.
You’ll then dive into cybersecurity, learning to protect against threats like phishing and hacking, and explore security principles, incident response, and disaster recovery planning. You’ll gain practical experience with access controls, network security, and breach response. And you’ll complete a capstone project analyzing a real-world cybersecurity breach; great experience for interviews!
Once you’ve completed the program, you’ll be fully prepared for the ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity exam. PLUS, you’ll have a professional certificate and digital credential from IBM!
If you’re keen to landyour first role as a cybersecurity specialist in just 4 months, enroll today!
Applied Learning Project
During this program, you’ll gain valuable practical experience through hands-on labs and projects so you have a demonstrable grasp of the technical knowledge you need to get your first job in cybersecurity.
Hands-on ProjectsInclude:
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Installing essential updates, anti-virus software, and Windows Defender firewall to enhance system security
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Managing browser privacy settings to safeguard your online activities
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Using hardware components and device managers to manage devices
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Configuring network devices and troubleshooting network issues
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Identifying job postings that match the specific skills and qualifications
The Cybersecurity Capstone Project
In this project, you’ll analyze a cybersecurity breach and develop and implement a robust security plan to protecting the organization and its data from cyber-attacks. Great experience to talk about in interviews!
The Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Practice Assessment
This practice test will help you prepare for the ISC2 exam.
This is a Coursera course, available through SADA. This course is delivered on Coursera and you complete it there. When you open it, it launches directly into Coursera in a new tab, already signed in for you — no separate account or login needed. It is fully connected and integrated with the SADA platform, and made available to you through SADA's partnership with Coursera. Your learning and completion happen on Coursera.
Professional Certificate - 9 course series
Prepare for a new career in the high-growth field of cybersecurity, no degree or experience required. Get professional training designed and delivered by subject matter experts at Google and have the opportunity to connect with top employers.
Organizations must continuously protect themselves and the people they serve from cyber-related threats, like fraud and phishing. They rely on cybersecurity to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of their internal systems and information. Cybersecurity analysts use a collection of methods and technologies to safeguard against threats and unauthorized access — and to create and implement solutions should a threat get through.
During the 8 courses in this certificate program, you’ll learn from cybersecurity experts at Google and gain in-demand skills that prepare you for entry-level roles like cybersecurity analyst, security operations center (SOC) analyst, and more. At under 10 hours per week, you can complete the certificate in less than 6 months.
Upon completion of the certificate, you can directly apply for jobs with Google and over 150 U.S. employers, including American Express, Deloitte, Colgate-Palmolive, Mandiant (now part of Google Cloud), T-Mobile, and Walmart.
The Google Cybersecurity Certificate helps prepare you for the CompTIA Security+ exam, the industry leading certification for cybersecurity roles. You’ll earn a dual credential when you complete both.
Applied Learning Project
This program includes 170 hours of instruction and hundreds of practice-based assessments and activities that simulate real-world cybersecurity scenarios that are critical for success in the workplace. Through a mix of videos, assessments, and hands-on labs, you’ll become familiar with the cybersecurity tools, platforms, and skills required for an entry-level job.
Skills you’ll gain will include: Python, Linux, SQL, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), communication, collaboration, analysis, problem solving and more!
Additionally, each course includes portfolio activities through which you’ll showcase examples of cybersecurity skills that you can share with potential employers. Acquire concrete skills that top employers are hiring for right now.
This is a Coursera course, available through SADA. This course is delivered on Coursera and you complete it there. When you open it, it launches directly into Coursera in a new tab, already signed in for you — no separate account or login needed. It is fully connected and integrated with the SADA platform, and made available to you through SADA's partnership with Coursera. Your learning and completion happen on Coursera.