Cybersecurity Analyst Course & Curriculum

NCPL's hands-on Cybersecurity Analyst training — full curriculum, real projects, certification prep, and job placement support. We train, mentor and place you.

Module 1: Network and Security Concepts

Master the fundamentals of network security and information security principles.

  • Foundation of Cybersecurity and CIA Triad
  • Network Security Fundamentals and OSI Model
  • Security Controls and Types
  • Cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Module 2: Compliance and Risk Management

Learn about ISO 27001, PCIDSS, GDPR, NIST, HIPAA, and risk management strategies.

  • ISO 27001 - Information Security Management System
  • PCIDSS - Payment Card Industry Data Security
  • GDPR - General Data Protection Regulation
  • NIST Cybersecurity Framework and HIPAA
  • Risk Identification, Assessment, and Mitigation
  • Compliance Audits and Reporting

Module 3: Web Application Security

Explore OWASP, SAST, and DAST methodologies for securing web applications.

  • OWASP Top 10 Vulnerabilities
  • SQL Injection, XSS, and CSRF Mitigation
  • Static Application Security Testing (SAST)
  • Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
  • SAST vs DAST Implementation

Module 4: Malware Analysis and Incident Response

Develop skills in analyzing malware and responding to cybersecurity incidents.

  • Malware Types and Characteristics
  • Static Malware Analysis Techniques
  • Dynamic Malware Analysis Methods
  • Malware Analysis Tools (IDA Pro, Wireshark, Ghidra, Volatility)
  • Incident Response Process (Preparation to Recovery)
  • Containment, Eradication, and Recovery

Module 5: Identity Access Management and Threat Analysis

Master IAM concepts and learn to use Splunk for advanced threat analysis.

  • IAM Fundamentals and User Lifecycle
  • Access Control - RBAC and ABAC
  • Single Sign-On (SSO) Implementation
  • Splunk Architecture and Data Ingestion
  • Advanced Threat Detection with Splunk
  • Correlation Analysis and Threat Intelligence