IT security training is essential for anyone using technology at work, home or in education. Cyber threats are increasing in number and sophistication, making strong defences a top priority — it is no longer enough to rely on basic antivirus tools or simple passwords. Instead, employees and employers must understand how attacks happen, what weaknesses they exploit, and how to reduce risk in every environment.
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to IT security, exploring its history, objectives and modern challenges. You will learn how hacking developed, how methods have evolved, and why IT security must constantly adapt. You will also examine real threats such as phishing, spoofing, direct attacks and denial of service, along with the dangers of weak security and the practical countermeasures required to defend systems. In addition, you will explore key protection methods, hardware considerations and risk management strategies that apply to all organisations today.
Our IT Security training covers:
- The definitions, history and principles of IT security
- Common threats including malware, phishing, spoofing and denial of service
- How hacking has shaped the development of IT security legislation
- Essential protection methods such as firewalls, antivirus and secure authentication
- Encryption, backups, monitoring and disaster recovery planning
- Hardware security, USB threats and intrusion detection systems
- Risk management steps including vulnerability scanning and audits
- Practical strategies to keep systems, networks and data safe
The course comprises 4 modules and around 3 hours of learning. See more in our compliance courses or browse our full CPD course library.
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