Commercial Training Offerings
There are three commercial training offerings that we would currently like to draw your attention to:
ISEB
The Information Systems Examinations Board (ISEB) is part of BCS and is an international examination body created to raise the standard of competence and performance of people working in IT. We're leading the way in qualifications for IT professionals - delivering more than 380,000 exams in over 200 countries.
Our qualifications are internationally recognised and cover eight major subject areas.
The qualifications are available in:
ISEB Foundation Level
A broad introduction to a discipline.
ISEB Practitioner Level
Practical application within a specific discipline.
ISEB Higher Level
In depth coverage within a specific discipline for specialists or managers.
Details of ISEB Qualifications can be found on the BCS website.
SANS OnDemand: Online Security Training & Assessments
SANS OnDemand is the most trusted & by far the largest source for online, web-based information security training, certification & research in the world. Our distance learning program offers renowned Computer, Software & Network Security Training, Certification through our GIAC affiliate, Free Resources for Research & Global Incident Response, In-depth online Training with labs in Computer Security, Firewall Protection, Hacking, Intrusion Detection, CISSP CBK, & more.
Click here to download the SANS OnDemand Course Catalog.
SEC351: Computer & Network Security Awareness
The Stay Sharp Computer and Network Security Awareness course is offered for the individual just beginning to explore computer security. This course is designed to teach participants with little to no security experience important concepts and technology that every Internet user should know. In this class, you will learn about many different threats, antivirus programs, firewalls, anti-spyware, identity theft, Phishing, how to create strong passwords and more. This course will raise your awareness and give you the basic skills you need to protect yourself from various threats on the Internet whether you are at home, on the road or at work.
You will benefit from this course if you have ever wanted to understand computer and information security or if you know you are vulnerable, but do not know how to make yourself more secure. After taking this course, you will have built a basic foundation of knowledge to protect you and your computer including a real appreciation for computer and information security.
Who Should Attend:
- Individuals that have Broadband Internet Access
- Parents with kids that use the Internet
- E-bay Shoppers
- Telecommuters
- Individuals that keep important files on their computer
- Online Shoppers
- Wireless Internet Users
- Anyone who wants to learn the basic concepts of computer security
Sampling of Topics:
- Malicious Code
- Identity Theft
- Phishing
- Web Browser Security
- Antivirus
- Spyware
- Firewalls
- Patching
- Passwords
- Wireless Security
TigerScheme
The TIGER Scheme provides a means of independently certifying the skills of vulnerability test (penetration test) engineers.
The Scheme is managed independently by a Management Committee comprised of industry stakeholders with a vested interest in maintaining standards and in meeting market requirements.
The three main strengths of the TIGER Scheme are: independence; a University-based examination; and strong end-customer involvement on the Management Committee.
TigerScheme provide 5 main certifications:
- Associate
- Qualified
- Senior
- Specialist
- ITHC
For more information, visit the TigerScheme website: www.tigerscheme.org.
