Cybersecurity Habits Masterclass Course Course

Module 1: Foundations of Cyber Hygiene

⏳ 30 minutes

• Core principles: confidentiality, integrity, availability (CIA triad)

• Building a security checklist for devices, networks, and cloud services

Module 2: Passwords & Authentication Best Practices

⏳ 45 minutes

• Crafting and managing strong passphrases, using password managers

• Implementing and enforcing multi-factor authentication (MFA)

Module 3: Recognizing Social Engineering

⏳ 1 hour

• Spotting phishing emails, fraudulent calls, and fake websites

• Hands-on exercises: dissecting real-world attack examples

Module 4: Device & Network Security Habits

⏳ 45 minutes

• Keeping OS and applications patched, disabling unused services

• Configuring firewalls, VPNs, and secure Wi-Fi settings

Module 5: Data Protection & Backup Routines

⏳ 45 minutes

• Encrypting sensitive files, automated backup schedules, and offsite storage

• Testing recovery procedures and maintaining versioned snapshots

Module 6: Monitoring & Incident Response

⏳ 1 hour

• Setting up alerts for anomalous logins, endpoint sensors, and SIEM basics

• Incident-response playbook: contain, eradicate, recover, and review

Module 7: Continuous Improvement & Threat Intelligence

⏳ 30 minutes

• Subscribing to threat feeds, vulnerability bulletins, and security newsletters

• Conducting regular self-audits, tabletop exercises, and red-team drills

Module 8: Building a Security Culture

⏳ 30 minutes

• Coaching peers, documenting policies, and running security awareness sessions

• Leveraging metrics (phish-click rates, patch cadence) to demonstrate ROI

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