Cybersecurity Roadmap

Cybersecurity Roadmap — a step-by-step learning path covering Introduction to Cybersecurity, Network Security Fundamentals, Operating System Security, Web…

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Introduction to Cybersecurity

Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, threats, and principles.

• Cisco Introduction to Cybersecurity
• FreeCodeCamp: Information Security
• ISC² Cybersecurity Resources
• Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Network Security Fundamentals

Understanding protocols, firewalls, IDS/IPS, and secure networking.

• Cisco Networking Basics
• Fortinet Network Security Expert (NSE) Training
• FreeCodeCamp: Computer Networking
• Iptables Tutorial

Operating System Security

Securing Windows and Linux systems through hardening, patching, and endpoint security.

• Microsoft Security Documentation
• Linux Security Basics
• FreeCodeCamp: Linux for Beginners
• Fortinet Endpoint Security

Web Application Security

Protecting applications from vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and OWASP Top 10 risks.

• OWASP Top 10
• PortSwigger Web Security Academy
• FreeCodeCamp: Web Security
• Google Web Fundamentals Security

Cryptography Basics

Encryption, hashing, and cryptographic systems that secure communications and data.

• FreeCodeCamp: Cryptography for Beginners
• OpenSSL Documentation
• GPG Tutorial
• ISC² CC Exam: Cryptography Section

Social Engineering & Phishing

Understanding human-centered attacks and building defenses against them.

• Cisco Security Awareness Training
• Fortinet Phishing Awareness
• FreeCodeCamp: Cybersecurity Awareness
• PhishTank

Incident Response & Forensics

Responding to and investigating security incidents to minimize impact.

• NIST Incident Response Guide
• Cisco Incident Response Training
• FreeCodeCamp: Digital Forensics Basics
• SANS Incident Handlers Handbook