Gen (Generative) Ai In Cybercrime Defense And Cybersecurity

Harnessing GenAI to Safeguard Against Cyber Threats: A Comprehensive Guide to Cybercrime Defense and Cybersecurity

What you'll learn

Understand the role of GenAI in modern cybersecurity.

Apply AI-powered techniques to detect, analyze, and respond to cyber threats.

Implement GenAI-driven tools to maintain and improve an organization’s security posture.

Guide teams with automated, AI-driven recommended actions to strengthen defenses

Utilize AI to enhance real-time threat detection, behavioral analysis, and anomaly detection.

Integrate AI-generated insights into existing security frameworks for improved decision-making.

Explore AI-powered tools for threat hunting, automated incident response, and adaptive security analytics.

Understand the integration of GenAI into next-generation firewalls and endpoint security systems.

Understand the ethical implications and risks associated with the use of GenAI in cybersecurity.

Promote responsible and transparent use of AI in cybersecurity frameworks

Gain insight into emerging trends in AI and cybersecurity, preparing for the next generation of cyber threats.

. In the second half, gain foundational cybersecurity literacy, covering key concepts like cybercrime types, social engineering, and advanced cybersecurity

Learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond to common cyber threats both in personal and organizational contexts.

Differentiate between various types of cybercriminals and their motivations.

Recognize different forms of malware and their functionalities

Understand the importance of basic security measures.

. Implement key security practices such as updating systems and installing security software.

Recognize and address vulnerabilities related to social engineering.

Set up multi-factor authentication for various accounts.

Apply guidelines for secure usage of personal devices

Implement best practices for secure email and internet usage.

Implement preventive measures to mitigate cyber threats.

Develop a cybersecurity action plan for personal or organizational use.

Complete quizzes, assignments, and scenario analyses to solidify understanding.

Apply course learnings to real-world scenarios in cybersecurity operations.

Requirements

No Prior AI Experience Required

Comfort with Technology, which anyway everyone has it today.

Basic Understanding of Cybersecurity Concepts but the course provides an introductory overview of these concepts for those new to the field via a Literacy Program in the second half of the course.

As such, this course is designed for both beginners in cybersecurity and professionals looking to enhance their expertise with AI-powered tools and techniques for cyber defense.

Description

In a world where cyber threats are rapidly evolving, traditional defenses are no longer enough. The first half of the course is designed specifically for professionals looking to harness the power of Generative AI to tackle modern cyber threats. From improving security posture management to automating complex security operations, this course provides a hands-on deep dive into how AI can be a game-changer in your organization's cyber defense strategy.What You’ll Learn:GenAI for Cyber Defense: Discover how Generative AI enhances threat detection, response, and security orchestration across various cybersecurity layers.Advanced Automation: Master the automation of key tasks like vulnerability management, SSL certificate handling, and detection rule generation, streamlining your cybersecurity operations.Orchestration & Posture Management: Gain insights into using AI to guide staff with recommended actions, automate processes, and manage security controls across complex environments.Threat Intelligence & Response: Learn how to accelerate threat detection, analyze real-time intelligence, and automate incident response and remediation for faster resolutions.In the latter half of the course, we return to the essentials with the Cybersecurity Literacy Program, a foundational module designed for anyone interested in building a strong security baseline. This section covers the fundamentals of cybercrime defense, empowering you to recognize and protect against everyday cyber threats.Through video lectures, real-world case studies, practical exercises, and interactive learning, you will develop the skills necessary to stay ahead in today’s high-stakes cybersecurity landscape.This course is ideal for cybersecurity professionals, IT managers, and anyone responsible for defending organizational assets from cyber threats.This course is also for students, professionals, homemakers, small business owners, or corporate employees, who are looking to safeguard their digital presence and online life .Together, we will harness the power of GenAI and comprehensive cybersecurity literacy to create a robust, future-proof defense.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction to the course

Lecture 1 Introduction

Lecture 2 How is the course organised

Lecture 3 How to navigate the course

Section 2: Introduction to Gen AI in Cybercrime Defense and Cybersecurity

Lecture 4 Introduction to Gen AI

Lecture 5 Gen AI concepts and architecture

Lecture 6 Evolution of Gen AI technology

Lecture 7 Role of Gen AI in Cybercrime defense and Cybersecurity

Lecture 8 Ebook - A Glossary of key terms

Lecture 9 Gen AI as a cyber threat

Section 3: Gen AI in Security Hygiene and Posture Management

Lecture 10 Understanding Security Hygiene

Lecture 11 Understanding Posture Management

Lecture 12 Gen AI, security hygiene and posture management

Section 4: Gen AI for staff actions and recommended guidance

Lecture 13 Gen AI in Automated Recommendation

Lecture 14 Gen AI in staff training and awareness

Section 5: Gen AI in Threat Detection and Response

Lecture 15 Threat Detection using Gen AI

Lecture 16 AI powered Response System

Lecture 17 Analysing Threat Intelligence with Gen AI

Section 6: Advanced Security Operations with Gen AI

Lecture 18 Behavioural Analysis with Gen AI

Lecture 19 Future Security Horizons with Gen AI

Section 7: Gen AI for Intrusion Detection and Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs)

Lecture 20 Gen AI (Deep Learning) for Intrusion Detection

Lecture 21 Next Generation Firewalls (NGFWs)

Section 8: Advanced Vulnerability Management and Automation - with AI and Gen AI

Lecture 22 AI driven Vulnerability Management

Lecture 23 AI driven Automation

Lecture 24 Alert Automation

Section 9: Practical Exercises using case studies and real world examples

Lecture 25 Analysing Security Data with Gen AI

Lecture 26 AI automation of Security Reports

Section 10: Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Literacy Program - Understanding Cybercrime

Lecture 27 Introduction to cybercrime

Lecture 28 Case Study: Analyze a few common cybercrime incidents and their consequences.

Lecture 29 Cybercrime Threat Landscape

Lecture 30 Humans and Cybercrime

Lecture 31 Case Study: Examine cybercrime incidents driven by human vulnerabilities.

Section 11: Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Literacy Program - Social Engineering

Lecture 32 Social Engineering Techniques

Lecture 33 Scenario Analysis: Social engineering attacks and defense strategies.

Lecture 34 Defense against Social Engineering

Lecture 35 Online Behaviour and Security

Lecture 36 Online Behaviour and Security cont.

Section 12: Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Literacy Program - Introduction to Cybersecurity

Lecture 37 Understanding Cyberattacks

Lecture 38 Understanding Cyberattacks - Part 2

Lecture 39 Understanding Cyberattackers

Lecture 40 Capture the flag (CTF) challenge

Section 13: Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Literacy Program - Basic Security Practices

Lecture 41 Essential Security Measure 101

Lecture 42 Essential Security Measure 102

Lecture 43 Secure Use of Personal Devices

Section 14: Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Literacy Program - Advanced Security Techniques

Lecture 44 Data Encryption and Secure Communication

Lecture 45 Threat Management and Vulnerability Management

Lecture 46 Security Automation and Orchestration

Lecture 47 The CIA Triad - Foundation of Security Principles

Lecture 48 Case Study: Analyse Real Life Events - cyberattack and cyberscams

Section 15: Cybercrime and Cybersecurity Literacy Program - Reporting and Prevention

Lecture 49 Reporting Cybercrimes

Lecture 50 Prevention Checklist

Individuals working in IT security roles who want to enhance their skills with the latest GenAI techniques for detecting and mitigating cyber threats.,Professionals responsible for managing enterprise networks and maintaining security posture who are interested in automating processes and improving threat detection using AI.,People with a passion for AI who want to explore its practical applications in cybersecurity and how it can help defend against complex cyber threats.,Cyber Defense Teams, Security Consultants, Business Leaders and Decision Makers , IT Students and New Graduates