1. Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Learning Objectives
What is Cybersecurity?
One of the key challenges in cybersecurity is the constantly
Cybersecurity threats
Cybersecurity attacks
of dollars. A cyber attack can also result in reputational damage, which can be challenging to recover from.
The History of Cybersecurity
and Availability (The CIA Triad) Number of compromised data records Figure 1.2: 10 of the biggest data breaches in history based on TechTarget research
the key Principles of Cybersecurity
Integrity refers to the assurance that data is accurate and has not
Job Roles in Cybersecurity
Leadership and Workforce Development
Industrial Control Systems and Operational Technologies (ICS/OT)
Cybersecurity in Saudi Arabia
Education and training
Cybersecurity strategy
Industry partnerships
Cybersecurity Sector Development
Read the sentences and tick True or False.
Provide a brief description of the field of cybersecurity which is aligned with the National Cybersecurity Authority's definition.
Describe what the CIA triad in cybersecurity stands for.
Describe how confidentiality helps protect sensitive information.
Explain why availability is crucial for ensuring that systems and services are accessible to users.
Analyze the main cybersecurity career initiatives in Saudi Arabia.
Explain how Saudi Arabia has become one of the emerging leaders in developing cybersecurity systems and legislation.
