Cyber Security Course Syllabus
Complete training curriculum for beginners and professionals. Learn networking, Linux, ethical hacking, penetration testing, web security, SOC, digital forensics, cloud security, Python, and career preparation.
Complete Training
Who Should Join This Course?
This course is suitable for a wide range of learners.
Beginners
No prior experience needed
College Students
BCA, B.Tech, B.Sc, MCA
Working Professionals
Career growth & upskilling
Career Changers
Switch to cybersecurity
IT Support
Engineers & administrators
Developers
Build secure applications
Course Modules
Complete syllabus covering 20 comprehensive modules.
Computer Fundamentals
Topics covered- Computer Hardware · Operating Systems
- File Systems · Memory Management
- BIOS & UEFI · Virtualization Basics
- Command Line Basics · System Architecture
Networking Fundamentals
Topics covered- OSI Model · TCP/IP · IPv4 & IPv6
- DNS · DHCP · HTTP & HTTPS · FTP · SMTP
- Routing · Switching · VLAN · VPN
- NAT · Firewalls · Network Ports
- Network Configuration · Packet Analysis · Network Troubleshooting
Linux Administration
Topics covered- Linux Installation · Linux Commands
- Users & Groups · File Permissions
- Shell Scripting · SSH · Process Management
- Services · Networking · Package Management
Windows Administration
Topics covered- Windows Security · Active Directory
- Group Policy · PowerShell
- Windows Event Logs · User Management
- Domain Management · Windows Hardening
Python for Cybersecurity
Topics covered- Python Basics · Variables · Functions · Loops
- Modules · File Handling · API Integration
- Automation Scripts · Network Programming
- Log Analysis
- Port Scanner · Log Parser · Network Automation · Security Automation
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Topics covered- CIA Triad · Risk Management · Security Controls
- Authentication · Authorization · Cryptography
- Malware · Social Engineering · Security Policies
Ethical Hacking
Topics covered- Ethical Hacking Methodology
- Information Gathering · Reconnaissance
- Enumeration · Vulnerability Assessment
- Reporting · Security Best Practices
Web Application Security
Topics covered- HTTP Protocol · Authentication · Session Management
- OWASP Top 10 · SQL Injection · XSS · CSRF
- File Upload Security · Access Control
- Security Headers
Penetration Testing
Topics covered- Penetration Testing Methodology
- Scoping · Information Gathering
- Vulnerability Validation · Risk Assessment
- Reporting · Executive Summary · Remediation Guidance
API Security
Topics covered- REST APIs · Authentication · Authorization
- JWT · OAuth · API Security Testing
- OWASP API Security Risks · API Documentation
Mobile Security Fundamentals
Topics covered- Android Architecture · Mobile Security Basics
- Mobile Threats · Application Permissions
- Secure Development Concepts
Cloud Security
Topics covered- Cloud Fundamentals · AWS Basics · Azure Basics
- IAM · Cloud Monitoring · Storage Security
- Logging · Cloud Security Best Practices
SOC Operations
Topics covered- SIEM · Log Analysis · Incident Response
- Threat Intelligence · MITRE ATT&CK
- EDR · XDR · Threat Hunting · Detection Engineering
Digital Forensics
Topics covered- Evidence Handling · Windows Forensics
- Linux Forensics · Browser Artifacts
- Memory Analysis · Timeline Analysis
- Log Investigation · Incident Investigation
Reverse Engineering Fundamentals
Topics covered- Binary Basics · Static Analysis · Dynamic Analysis
- PE File Structure · Debugging Concepts
- Malware Analysis Fundamentals
Security Tools
Industry-standard tools- Nmap · Wireshark · Burp Suite · OWASP ZAP
- Metasploit Framework · Wazuh · Splunk
- Microsoft Defender · Security Onion · Autopsy
- Volatility · Ghidra · IDA Free · Git · VS Code
Security Projects
Practical projects- Network Security Assessment
- Web Security Assessment
- SOC Monitoring Lab
- Incident Response Case Study
- Python Automation Project
- Digital Forensics Investigation
- Security Audit Report
- Cloud Security Assessment
Resume Preparation
Topics covered- Cybersecurity Resume
- LinkedIn Profile Optimization
- GitHub Portfolio
- Project Documentation · Technical Blog Writing
Interview Preparation
Topics covered- Ethical Hacking · Penetration Testing · SOC Analyst
- Networking · Linux · Windows · Python
- Web Security · Cloud Security · HR Interviews
Career Guidance
Topics covered- Career Roadmap · Job Search Strategy
- Internship Guidance · Placement Preparation
- Mock Interviews · Soft Skills Development
Security Tools
Students learn to work with industry-standard tools.
Practical Learning
Throughout the course, students receive hands-on training.
Hands-on Labs
Real-World Scenarios
CTF Practice
Case Studies
Assignments
Mini Projects
Capstone Project
Certifications
Upon successful completion, students can earn A7 Security Hunters certifications.
CEEH
Certified Expert Ethical Hacker
KLSFP
Black Box Penetration Testing
MCSD
Master in Cyber Security & Digital Forensics
Career Opportunities
After completing this course, learners can pursue these roles.
Frequently asked questions
Is this course suitable for beginners?
Yes. The syllabus starts with computer and networking fundamentals before progressing to advanced cybersecurity topics.
Does the course include practical labs?
Yes. Every major module includes hands-on exercises, projects, and real-world scenarios.
Will I build real-world projects?
Yes. Students work on multiple practical projects and a capstone project to strengthen their portfolio.
Does the course include interview preparation?
Yes. The program includes resume guidance, mock interviews, technical interview questions, HR interview preparation, and career support.
Start your cybersecurity career journey
Build practical skills in cybersecurity through hands-on labs, real-world projects, interview preparation, and career guidance with A7 Security Hunters.
