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Cybersecurity Foundation

Understand the fundamentals of cybersecurity: concepts, threats, defences and frameworks. The ideal starting point to enter the field.

2 daysof training
Foundationentry level
EN · KO · JAlanguages
OfficialPECB exam incl.

Who is this course for?

  • Professionals starting out in cybersecurity
  • People looking to move their career into the sector
  • Teams that need a common cybersecurity baseline
  • Those preparing for the more advanced certifications

What you'll gain

  • The PECB Certified Cybersecurity Foundation credential
  • An understanding of cybersecurity concepts and threats
  • Knowledge of the main frameworks and defences
  • A solid foundation to progress in the sector

Course programme

Concepts and threats
  • Cybersecurity fundamentals; types of threats
  • Reference frameworks
Defences and exam
  • Main controls and defences
  • Best practices
  • Review and official Foundation exam

Exam, credits & certification

1 h
Duration of the official PECB exam
14 CPD
Continuing Professional Development credits awarded by the course
Included
Exam, marking and first issue of the certification, included in the price

After passing the exam, you can apply for the "PECB Certified Cybersecurity Foundation" credential. The exam includes 2 attempts: the first plus a free retake, usable within the following 12 months. Passing first time is no longer a source of pressure. CPD credits correspond to the level of the course according to PECB. Exam duration is indicative; ask me for the exact details when you enrol.

Your trainer

Ricardo Coronel Lemus, PECB trainer

Ricardo Coronel Lemus

Practising GRC / vCISO consultant · PECB Certified Trainer (CT6496)

Over 20 years in cybersecurity and compliance, today a vCISO and GRC consultant with real clients in France, Spain and Mexico. I don't approach standards theoretically: I apply them day to day with real clients: that's what I bring to my coaching and exam preparation.

ISO 27001 Lead Auditor / Lead Implementer CISSPCISMCRISCCCISODORA Lead ManagerPCI DSS - PCIP
🧭 This course is part of the CISO Path: the complete itinerary towards your goal →

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need any prerequisites?
No formal prerequisites are required to take the course. Prior background in the field helps, but is not mandatory.
What language is the exam in?
The official PECB material and exam for this course are available in the languages shown on this page. Coaching is delivered in English to prepare you thoroughly. If you need a specific language, contact us and we will confirm it.
What is the difference between Self-Study and Self-Study + Coaching?
Self-Study gives you the official material, the exam and the certification so you can progress at your own pace. The coaching option adds one-to-one sessions with me, real-world case studies and guided exam preparation: I support you until you feel ready to certify. The coaching option includes up to 3 hours of one-to-one video sessions, spread at your own pace over the 12 months of access. See the full coaching programme.
What if I don't pass the exam?
The PECB exam includes 2 attempts: the first plus a free retake usable within the following 12 months. So a failure doesn't leave you stranded. What's more, with the coaching option we prepare for the exam together with mock exams so that you arrive confident.
Do I need technical knowledge?
No. This is a foundation course, accessible to those just starting out. It gives you the conceptual baseline before you specialise.

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