Duration
4 days
Course Overview
OffSec provides the hands-on training and industry-recognized certifications you need to launch a successful career in cybersecurity This new course and its associated exam cover offensive techniques, defensive tactics, networking & scripting basics, application & operating system security, and the business skills needed to land and succeded in an entry-level cybersecurity role.
Learners take a proctored exam to become Offsec CyberCore Certified (OSCC) professionals by demonstrating the role-ready skills across multiple areas necessary to enter cybersecurity jobs.
Who is the SEC-100: CyberCore - Security Essentials course for?
The course is designed for individuals new to cybersecurity, including recent graduates and IT professionals seeking to transition into cybersecurity roles. It provides a comprehensive foundation in essential cybersecurity concepts and hands-on skills.
What are the prerequisites for SEC-100: CyberCore - Security Essentials?
There are no formal prerequisites for SEC-100: CyberCore -Security Essentials. However, basic computer literacy, familiarity with operating systems, and a willingness to learn are recommended.
Introduction
- Introduction to CyberCore - Security Essentials
Basic Cybersecurity Information
- Anatomy of Cybersecurity
- Cybersecurity Frameworks and Standards
- Cybersecurity Roles
General Skills
- Introduction to General Cybersecurity Skills
- Linux Basics
- Windows Basics
- Data Transformation Fundamentals
- Python Scripting Fundamentals
- PowerShell Scripting Fundamentals
- Networking Fundamentals
- Enterprise Network Fundamentals
- Introduction to Network Firewalls
- Cloud Computing Fundamentals
- Background to Contemporary AI
- Cryptography Fundamentals
Offensive
- Introduction to Offensive Cybersecurity Skills
- Penetration Testing Process
- Information Gathering and Enumeration
- Understanding Web Attacks
- Attacking Endpoints
- Defense Evasion
- Offensive Cloud Fundamentals
Defensive
- Introduction to Defensive Cybersecurity Skills
- SOC Management Processes
- Defensive Security Processes
- Vulnerability Management
- Malware Analysis
- Social Engineering and Phishing
- Ransomware, DDoS, and Availability
- Wi-Fi Security
- Security of Embedded Systems
- Industrial Control Systems and OT
- Risk Management in Cybersecurity
Build
- Introduction to Build Skills for Cybersecurity
- Software Engineering Security
- Foundational Input Validation Concepts
- Cloud Architecture Fundamentals
- Introduction to Assurance Testing
- Starting and Developing a Career in Cybersecurity
Exam Details
The exam is a proctored, 6-hour hands-on assessment of your foundational cybersecurity knowledge and practical skills. You’ll demonstrate your ability to identify, analyze, and address security issues in a simulated environment, covering offensive, defensive, and system administration tasks.
The exam is divided into three parts: Attack, Defend, and Build. You’ll be tasked with attacking a target system, investigating and defending against an attack, and hardening systems to prevent future vulnerabilities. You must achieve a minimum score of 60 points to pass the exam and receive the OSCC certification. The maximum achievable score is 90.
Upon completing SEC-100: CyberCore – Security Essentials and successfully passing the OSCC SEC-100 exam, you’ll gain a strong foundation in:
- Cybersecurity fundamentals and frameworks
- Offensive and defensive security techniques
- Basic scripting and network security
- System administration and hardening
- Practical skills for entry-level cybersecurity roles
Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.