Week 1: Introduction to Network Security (Modules 1-2)

• Module 1: Fundamentals of Networks (Components, Protocols, Topologies)
• Module 2: Introduction to Network Security (Threats, Vulnerabilities, Attacks)

Week 2: Network Security Concepts (Modules 3-4)

• Module 3: Network Security Controls (Firewalls, Intrusion Detection Systems, Access Control)
• Module 4: Cryptography Fundamentals (Encryption, Decryption, Hashing)

Week 3: Network Security Protocols (Modules 5-6)

• Module 5: Secure Communication Protocols (HTTPS, SSH, VPN)
• Module 6: Wireless Network Security (WEP, WPA, WPA2)

Week 4: Operating System Security (Modules 7-8)

• Module 7: User Account Management and Privileges
• Module 8: Patch Management and Vulnerability Scanning

Week 5: Network Security Monitoring and Analysis (Modules 9-10)

• Module 9: Introduction to Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
• Module 10: Log Analysis and Incident Response Basics

Week 6: Introduction to Ethical Hacking (Modules 11-12)

• Module 11: Ethical Hacking Methodology (Footprinting, Scanning, Enumeration, Exploitation)
• Module 12: Social Engineering Techniques and Countermeasures

Week 7: Cloud Security Fundamentals (Modules 13-14)

• Module 13: Shared Responsibility Model and Security Considerations in Cloud
• Module 14: Identity and Access Management (IAM) in Cloud Platforms

Week 8: Review and Practice (Modules 15-16)

• Module 15: Review Key Concepts and Terminologies
• Module 16: Practice Exercises and Quizzes