Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis is the second course in the two-course series: Cybersecurity Essentials I and II. The focus of this course is comprehensive cybersecurity concepts and skills at the entry level, to help students develop workforce readiness skills and build a foundation for success in cybersecurity-related careers. In this course, students learn, apply, and practice cybersecurity knowledge and skills through a series of in-depth, hands-on experiences and simulated activities that reinforce their learning. Topics include threat mitigation and defense, post-incident forensics, assessing vulnerabilities and risks, Linux and Windows endpoint security, common network defense measures and architectures, risk management, and cybersecurity incident response. The course includes hands-on labs using Virtual Machines, Packet Tracer activities, and research-based lab experiences.