The Understanding Cybersecurity Operations Fundamentals (CBROPS) v1.0 course delves into the comprehension of network infrastructure devices, operations, and vulnerabilities within the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) protocol suite. Participants gain fundamental insights into security concepts, common operations, and attacks on network applications, as well as the intricacies of Windows and Linux operating systems. The course also covers the types of data essential for investigating security incidents. Graduates of this program acquire the foundational knowledge needed for the role of an associate-level cybersecurity analyst in a threat-centric security operations center, enabling them to enhance network protocols, safeguard devices, and improve operational efficiency. Additionally, the course serves as preparation for the Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate certification.

It’s important to note that this course combines Instructor-Led and Self-Paced Study, encompassing 5 days of classroom instruction and approximately 1 day of self-study. The self-study content, integral to exam preparation, is provided as part of the digital courseware distributed at the course’s outset.