Class 4: Security Operations Fundamentals (For Industry)

Non-Credit Career Pathway Course

Security Operations Fundamentals is an introductory level course targeted to entry-level candidates in the cybersecurity workforce and anyone who participates in activities over the internet. You will have access to an instructor while you complete this 48-hour self-paced, online course.
 
This course offers an understanding of Security Operations (SecOps) and the role it plays in protecting our digital way of life for businesses and customers. Students will learn continuous improvement processes to collect high-fidelity intelligence, contextual data and automated prevention workflows that quickly identify and respond to fast-evolving threats. They will also learn how to leverage automation to reduce strain on analysts and execute the Security Operation Center (SOC) mission to identify, investigate and mitigate threats.
 
The academic curriculum developed and authorized by Palo Alto Networks Academy and delivered by Palo Alto Networks Academy Partner, Bismarck State College, helps provide the knowledge and expertise that prepare you to protect our digital way of life. 
 
Course Modules:

• Elements and Process of SOC
• SOC Infrastructure & Automation
• Advanced Endpoint Protection
• Threat Prevention & Intelligence
• Secure the Future (Cortex)

Course Commitment: Security Operations Fundamentals is a 48-hour self-paced, online course completed over 12 weeks.
 
Course Prerequisites: Successful completion of the Cloud Security Fundamentals course or comparable experience. You are expected to have basic Internet and application software skills.
 
Course Path: Although not required, this course along with the following courses are building blocks to earn the Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Entry-level Technician (PCCET) certification, which is a knowledge-based certification that validates your understanding of fundamental cybersecurity, network security, cloud security, and SOC security:

• Cybersecurity Foundation
• Network Security Fundamentals
• Cloud Security Fundamentals

 
Refund Policy: Participants must contact the BSC Continuing Education office at least five (5) business days prior to the start of class for a refund at (701) 224-5600. If a participant cancels less than five (5) business days prior to the start of the class, the entire registration fee is forfeited. Full refunds are guaranteed if BSC Continuing Education cancels a course.
 
A $20.00 processing fee will be deducted from the amount refunded. All approved refunds are made by mail unless paid with a credit card or electronic check in which case the card or account is credited. Please allow three (3) weeks to process refunds. There are no refunds if an online course has been accessed.