Exam SC-730 Cybersecurity Business Professional (Video)

Description

This video series provides practical, business-focused instruction on everyday cybersecurity awareness and protection practices for modern workplaces. Aligned to the SC-730 Cybersecurity for Business Professional exam, the course is designed for non-technical business users who regularly use digital tools, handle sensitive information, and collaborate across cloud-based systems.

Learners will build confidence in recognizing common cyber threats such as phishing, malware, and social engineering, applying basic protection practices like strong authentication and safe data handling, and responding appropriately to security incidents. The course emphasizes personal accountability, organizational policies, privacy responsibilities, and practical actions individuals can take to reduce risk and protect both themselves and their organization.

Skill Level:

• Beginner

Learn How To:

• Understand foundational cybersecurity concepts and terminology
• Recognize common cyber threats, risks, and attack techniques
• Apply basic security practices to protect devices, accounts, and data
• Follow organizational security and privacy policies in daily work
• Evaluate and verify digital communications and requests
• Respond appropriately to suspected security incidents and breaches
• Understand individual roles and responsibilities in cybersecurity

Course requirement:

Individuals should have knowledge and experience with:

• Familiarity with using computers, mobile devices, and common workplace applications
• No prior cybersecurity or technical background required

Who Should Take This Course:

• Business professionals and knowledge workers who rely on digital tools
• Administrative staff, analysts, project managers, marketers, and sales roles
• Employees who handle sensitive or personal data
• Professionals preparing for the SC-730 Cybersecurity for Business Professional exam
• Anyone looking to improve their cybersecurity awareness and reduce personal and organizational risk

About Pearson Video Training:

Pearson publishes expert-led video tutorials covering a wide selection of technology topics designed to teach you the skills you need to succeed. These professional and personal technology videos feature world-leading author instructors published by your trusted technology brands: Addison-Wesley, Cisco Press, Pearson IT Certification, Prentice Hall, Sams, and Que. Topics include: IT Certification, Network Security, Cisco Technology, Programming, Web Development, Mobile Development, and more. Learn more about Pearson Video training at http://www.informit.com/video.

Sample Content

Table of Contents

Introduction

Understand Cybersecurity Concepts

Explain Roles and Responsibilities in Cybersecurity

    Explain the cybersecurity shared responsibility model.

    Identify activities that demonstrate employee participation in security awareness initiatives within an organization.

    Describe accountability practices.

    Identify activities that enhance security.

Apply Simple Organizational Policies and Data-Handling Standards

    Understand security and privacy policies applicable to work tasks

    Identify types of data that shouldnt be shared with AI tools

    Describe the benefits of using a password manager to protect credentials

Describe Security Benefits and Risk Awareness

    Describe the security benefits of using multifactor authentication

    Identify business processes that may be targeted or infiltrated by adversaries

    Describe the risks of working in a remote environment

    Understand the importance of required software updates and security patches

    Describe the impact of security events, such as ransomware

Define Cybersecurity Concepts and Emerging Threats

    Define the terms vulnerability, threat, risk, encryption, and exploit

    Describe what deepfakes are

Understand Cybersecurity Risks and Threats

Identify Common Cybersecurity Risks

    Describe the risks associated with using public Wi-Fi networks

    Describe psychological social engineering techniques, such as phishing, pretexting, and baiting

Detect Indicators of Malicious Activity

    Identify indicators of malware

    Identify potential indicators of insider threats

    Describe abnormal system behavior or infection symptoms

Evaluate and Verify Digital Communications

    Identify suspicious emails, malicious links, and unexpected attachments

    Identify potential privacy and security risks

    Verify the legitimacy of requests for access, payments, or sensitive data

Apply Access Controls

    Identify appropriate controls to limit access to systems and data

Apply Basic Security Practices to Protect the Organization

Understand the Basics of Securing Devices, Accounts, and Workspaces

    Understand the basics of securing remote and mobile devices and workspaces, including using strong passwords, multifactor authentication, and other essential security practices

Understand How to Protect Sensitive and Proprietary Data

    Recognize and classify sensitive data

    Understand the different types of document sensitivity labeling and when to apply each

    Understand rights management

Understand Safe Internet and Data-Handling Practices

    Apply proper data-handling techniques

    Understand how to collect, use, transfer, store, retain, and destroy data

Understand Backup and Recovery Measures

    Understand how to ensure data is backed up to support recovery from incidents

    Identify and follow basic recovery measures for data loss or system issues

Report and Respond to Security Incidents

Report on Security Incidents and Policy Violations

    Identify situations that require reporting

    Select the correct information to include in a report

    Choose the appropriate reporting channel

Take Appropriate Action During Data Breaches

    Follow basic steps when a breach occurs

    Recognize when escalation is required

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