Enterprise Security for All with Bob Hewitt and Rich Fifarek

This course will walk the student through real-world examples, demonstrating how to prevent and defend against these threats, utilizing widely adopted frameworks, while focusing on simpler and more affordable solutions.

Course Length: 16 Hours

Includes a Certificate of Completion

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Description

This 16-hour Information Security training class is targeted for newly appointed or dual-roled (your primary job + security) security professionals within a Small or Medium Business (SMB) or similar sized organization.

SMBs and organizations face unique challenges in Information Security yet are often presented with solutions that may be out of reach due to cost, time, and staffing. We believe Information Security should be accessible and achievable by any organization, regardless of their size.

The course includes a virtual machine image for hands-on exercises that will contain tools that participants may utilize in their environments after the class.

System Requirements
- Stable Internet access
- x86 architecture CPU clocked at 2 GHz or higher that is capable of nested virtualization (Apple Silicon is currently not supported)
- A computer with at least 8 GB of RAM. 16 GB is recommended
- VMWare Workstation or VMWare Fusion (VirtualBox and other VM software is not supported)
- Windows 10/11, MacOSX+, or a currently supported Linux Distribution
- Full Administrator/root access to your computer or laptop

FAQ

Key Takeaways

Attack trends and challenges related to SMBs
Navigating security culture
Internal assessments
Compliance and privacy obligations
User, E-mail, and Technical Controls
Hands-on exercises

Who Should Take This Course

Those beginning their Information Security journey within an SMB or similar sized organization.

Audience Skill Level

People new to information security.

What Each Student Should Bring

A computer (see “System Requirements”) and a smile!

What Each Student Will Be Provided With

Slide deck and links to all the material and tools needed with instructions
VMs with all labs
Access to two Discord channels for the course

About the Instructors

Bob Hewitt

"InfoSec Learner"

Bio

Bob Hewitt has been active in Information Security since 1994. He began his career as a Network Engineer with the United States Air Force and was first introduced into Information Security when he discovered malicious activities against the infrastructure he was managing. His following assignment was as a Systems Administrator before becoming a Lead Information Technology Instructor.

Richard Fifarek

"Director of Information Security"

Bio

Richard Fifarek’s passion for computers began in middle school, leading him to a career in technology. Starting in tech support during his undergrad, he developed a customer-focused approach, later progressing to roles in systems and network administration, and eventually specializing in information security at various tech startups, academic institutions, and federal organizations. With a BS in Computer Science, MBA, and numerous SANS courses under his belt, Richard values lifelong learning.

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