Courses Announcement – Openings at IBM (via Coursera)
About the Provider:
This course is offered by IBM through Coursera, as part of the IBM Ethical Hacking with Open Source Tools Professional Certificate. Coursera is a globally recognized online learning platform created by Stanford professors, offering high-quality courses in collaboration with top universities and organizations worldwide.
Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux – Test Your Security Skills and Legally Discover Vulnerabilities
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Course Overview:
The Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux course provides practical, hands-on training in using Kali Linux for ethical hacking and penetration testing. Over three weeks of flexible online learning, participants will explore open-source tools, identify vulnerabilities, and develop job-ready cybersecurity skills through guided exercises in safe, simulated environments.
Course Content:
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Performing penetration tests using Kali Linux.
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Setting up and customizing virtual machines for secure testing.
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Using Bash commands to execute cybersecurity tasks.
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Automating security processes for improved system performance.
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Monitoring network traffic and detecting suspicious activity.
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Applying ethical hacking tools and methodologies safely.
What You Will Learn:
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Conducting professional penetration tests.
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Identifying and analyzing system vulnerabilities.
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Creating secure, customized testing environments.
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Automating security and maintenance workflows.
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Understanding the fundamentals of network monitoring and analysis.
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Strengthening cybersecurity and ethical hacking capabilities.
Course Requirements:
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Basic experience with operating systems and terminal use.
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General knowledge of networking or cybersecurity (intermediate level).
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A computer capable of running virtual machines.
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Internet connection for course access.
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Approx. 3 weeks of study, 5 hours per week (16 hours total).
After Completing This Course, You Will Be Able To:
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Perform ethical hacking assessments using Kali Linux.
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Generate professional security and vulnerability reports.
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Build and manage custom virtual test environments.
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Create simple scripts to automate scans and maintenance.
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Prepare for industry certifications such as CEH or OSCP.
Course Details:
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Language: English
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Certificate: Not included
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Fees: Free
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Mode: Online and self-paced
Provider: Coursera – offered in collaboration with IBM.