Haiku-Based Cybersecurity Introduction

Elevate Your Cybersecurity Proficiency with Haiku-Powered Practical Learning

Welcome to the Haiku Cybersecurity training course, an interactive and hands-on course carefully crafted to impart crucial cybersecurity skills aligned with the NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework. Immerse yourself in an engaging and gamified learning journey that spans a diverse array of cybersecurity subjects. This comprehensive training equips you with the expertise needed to navigate real-world scenarios and potential cybersecurity career paths.

Throughout this course, you'll delve into fundamental concepts such as file systems, content management systems (CMS), and network protocols. Deepen your understanding of system vulnerabilities, attack methodologies, and techniques, as well as the foundational principles and practices of information technology (IT) security. Moreover, you'll master essential tools for the Linux operating system's command-line interface, adeptly navigate network analysis tools, and refine system fortification strategies.

Prepare to embark on a transformative learning experience that empowers you with practical cybersecurity prowess, setting the stage for a future in the dynamic realm of cybersecurity.

Course Highlights: 

• Introduction to Cyber Security and World of Haiku
• Network and System Monitoring
• Network Scanning and Configuration
• Web Connectivity and Remote Access
• Password Cracking and File Manipulation
• Advanced Network Scanning and Password Attacks
• Remote Access and Authentication Attacks
• Network and Process Management
• File Analysis and Security
• Web Application Attacks and Reconnaissance

Course Goals & Learning Outcomes

• Identify relevant system files and their locations
• Understand application types, administration functions, and content management systems (CMS)
• Recognize application vulnerabilities and concepts related to websites
• Comprehend cyber-attack methods and techniques and stages of cyber attacks
• Execute operating system command lines and use command-line tools
• Apply IT security principles and methods and system hardening techniques
• Utilize network analysis tools to identify vulnerabilities and understand networking protocols
• Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the inner workings and structures inherent to Linux operating systems

​Lab Fee: Students must purchase a Haiku Product License in order to access Haiku missions for this course. Student's Haiku Product License is good for 1 year from date of purchase.

Course Typically Offered: Online in every quarter.

Prerequisite: Basic computer skills including a working knowledge of software, hardware, and networking.

Next Step: After completing this course, consider taking CSE-41360 Penetration Testing to continue learning.

Contact: For more information about this course, please email infotech@ucsd.edu.