Certified Cyber Security Specialist

Language:	English
Location:	Garching near Munich, Online
Duration:	12 online sessions & 1 day on-site
Start:	On request only
Cost:	On request

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Our “Certified Cyber Security Specialist” certificate program, developed in collaboration with Fraunhofer AISEC, provides an in-depth analysis of today’s IT security landscape. A sound understanding of security concepts is essential in an era where cyber-attacks are on the rise. Our program goes beyond theoretical concepts and enables you to develop practical skills in identifying, analyzing, and solving security problems. Through access to current research and hands-on exercises, you will gain a comprehensive insight into the challenges and opportunities of cybersecurity.

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Unique cooperation

The program was developed together with Fraunhofer AISEC, a leading institution in the field of IT security. You will benefit from both institutions’ extensive practical and research experience and gain a unique insight into current IT security topics.

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Networking opportunities

You will learn from each other’s experiences by working with experts from different industries and having the opportunity to bring in questions and challenges from your professional practice. You can also exchange ideas in person during the day at the TUM AISEC Lab.

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Flexible and practice-oriented learning format

The part-time program with weekly online sessions allows you to apply your newly acquired knowledge directly in practice. The theoretical units are supplemented by practical exercises at Fraunhofer AISEC. Here, you can bring security problems from practice and develop a possible solution under supervision. An excursion to Fraunhofer AISEC offers a unique insight into current IT security topics.

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Ziel des Zertifikatskurses
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Verständnis für die Grundlagen der IT-Sicherheit
Sie entwickeln ein solides Verständnis für die grundlegenden, praxisrelevante Konzepte und Prinzipien der IT-Sicherheit. Dazu gehören Themen wie Sicherheitsmodellierung, Bedrohungs- und Risikobewertung sowie die Spezifikation von Sicherheitszielen. Wir werden uns zudem mit kryptographischen Methoden, dem Entwurf von Sicherheitsprotokollen und Authentifizierungsmechanismen beschäftigen, die die grundlegende Toolbox für die Erreichung von Sicherheitszielen bereitstellen.

Anwendung von Sicherheitsmaßnahmen in der Praxis
Sie lernen Sicherheitsmaßnahmen in realen Szenarien zu analysieren, zu entwerfen und umzusetzen. Dies umfasst die Diskussion von Sicherheitsproblemen aus der Praxis, die Entwicklung möglicher Lösungen und die Anwendung von Sicherheitsprinzipien auf konkrete Situationen.

Beherrschung fortgeschrittener Sicherheitskonzepte und -techniken
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Programm:

Certified Cyber Security Specialist

Abschluss:

Nach erfolgreichem Abschluss bzw. Abschlussprüfung erhalten die Teilnehmenden ein Zertifikat der Technischen Universität München.

Akademische Verantwortung:

Prof. Dr. Claudia Eckert, Professur Sicherheit in der Informatik, TUM

Zielgruppe:

Fachkräfte, die IT studiert haben, aber einen tieferen Einblick in die IT-Sicherheit benötigen, Ingenieurinnen und Ingenieure und Manager:innen, die in ihrem Unternehmen für Cyber Sicherheit verantwortlich sind, z. B. Datenschutzbeauftragte.

Teilnahmegebühren:

5.500 Euro*

Sprache:

Englisch

Rabatte:

10% Rabatt für TUM Alumni und Mitglieder oder Mitarbeiter:innen unserer strategischen Kooperationspartner (siehe unten).

Termine:

Auf Anfrage, 12 Online-Sessions, 1 Präsenztag

Studienort:

Garching bei München & Online

Format & Zeitplanung:

Blended Learning; Berufsbegleitend

Zulassungsbedingungen:

Mehrere Jahre relevante Arbeitserfahrung und mathematischer oder algorithmischer Hintergrund auf Bachelor Niveau (wie sie z. B. in deutschen Bachelor-Studiengängen der Ingenieurswissenschaften gelehrt werden).

* Unserer Erfahrung nach helfen Steuervergünstigungen in Deutschland vielen unserer Programmteilnehmenden, ihre Ausbildung zu finanzieren, da diese bis zu 50% der Studiengebühren und programmbezogenen Reisekosten in der Steuererklärung angeben können. Bitte sprechen Sie mit Ihrer Steuerberaterung für eine Einschätzung Ihrer Situation. Für Teilnehmende unserer Programme, die ihren Wohnsitz außerhalb Deutschlands haben, kann dies ebenfalls zutreffen. Bitte klären Sie die Situation mit den lokalen Steuerbehörden.

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Online Sessions:

Introduction to IT-Security: assets, threats, and security objectives
Cryptography (I): Symmetric and asymmetric primitives
Cryptography (II): security level, standards, and key-sizes
Classical Network Security: IP-spoofing, firewalling, SYN-flooding, etc.
System Security (I): Layer model, attack potential and attack surfaces
System Security (II): Authentication, passwords and access control System Security (III): Generating good randomness
Development Security: Life-Cycle, principles of secure development
Application Security: Data encryption, crypto messenger
Security Modelling and Evaluation: A Glimpse on Common Criteria
Critical Infrastructures: Regulations for high-security contexts

On-site:

Memory Management, Assembler basics, Using a Debugger
Buffer Overflows 1: Writing a first exploit
Buffer Overflows 2: Executing Shellcode
Defense Mechanisms 1: ASLR, ESP, Stack Protector
Exploits beyond Stack overflows

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Program Overview

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Learning objectives
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Understanding the basics of IT security
You will develop a solid understanding of the fundamental, practice-relevant concepts and principles of IT security. This includes security modeling, threat and risk assessment, and the specification of security objectives. We will also look at cryptographic methods, the design of security protocols, and authentication mechanisms that provide the essential toolbox for achieving security objectives.

Application of security measures in practice
You will learn to analyze, develop, and implement security measures in real-world scenarios. This includes discussing real-world security problems, developing possible solutions, and applying security principles to specific situations.

Mastering advanced security concepts and techniques
You learn to apply advanced security concepts and techniques such as system hardening, random number generation, access control mechanisms, and exploit protection mechanisms. This will enable you to analyze complex security problems and develop effective security solutions.

Details
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Program:

Certified Cyber Security Specialist

Graduation:

Participants will receive a certificate from the Technical University of Munich after completing the course or final exam.

Academic Responsibility:

Prof. Dr. Claudia Eckert, Chair of IT Security, TUM

Target group:

Professionals who studied IT but need a deeper dive into IT security, engineers, and managers responsible for cyber security within their company, e.g., data privacy officers.

Program fee:

5,500 Euro*

Language:

English

Discounts:

10% discount for TUM Alumni and members or employees of our strategic cooperation partners (see below).

Dates:

On request only, 12 online sessions & 1 day on-site

Study location:

Online & on campus (Garching near Munich)

Format & Timing:

Blended learning, part-time

Access Requirements:

Several years of relevant work experience and mathematical or algorithmic background at the undergraduate level (e.g., taught in German bachelor’s engineering study programs).

* Based on our experience, the German tax benefits help many participants self-finance their education, as these can be worth up to 50% of tuition fees and program-related travel costs. Please consult your tax advisor for more details. This might apply to participants of our programs residing outside Germany; please check the situation with the local tax authorities in your country of residence.

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Structure
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Online Sessions:

Introduction to IT-Security: assets, threats, and security objectives
Cryptography (I): Symmetric and asymmetric primitives
Cryptography (II): security level, standards, and key-sizes
Classical Network Security: IP-spoofing, firewalling, SYN-flooding, etc.
System Security (I): Layer model, attack potential and attack surfaces
System Security (II): Authentication, passwords and access control System Security (III): Generating good randomness
Development Security: Life-Cycle, principles of secure development
Application Security: Data encryption, crypto messenger
Security Modelling and Evaluation: A Glimpse on Common Criteria
Critical Infrastructures: Regulations for high-security contexts

On-site:

Memory Management, Assembler basics, Using a Debugger
Buffer Overflows 1: Writing a first exploit
Buffer Overflows 2: Executing Shellcode
Defense Mechanisms 1: ASLR, ESP, Stack Protector
Exploits beyond Stack overflows

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