System Administration
Beginner to Intermediate

Linux Fundamentals

Master essential Linux skills for cybersecurity professionals

Linux Fundamentals

Build a solid foundation in Linux for cybersecurity operations. Learn command line navigation, system administration, security hardening, and advanced logging techniques essential for security professionals.

This comprehensive track contains 3 modules with 7 hands-on lessons total.

3
Modules
7
Lessons
Free
Access
3.5 hours
Total Time

What You'll Master

By completing this track, you'll have the Linux skills needed for cybersecurity operations and system administration.

Master Linux command line interface and file system navigation
Understand Linux file permissions and security controls for proper access management
Learn process and service management for security investigations and incident response
Implement network monitoring and firewall configurations using UFW and iptables
Perform advanced log analysis using journalctl and system logs for security monitoring
Configure SELinux for enhanced system security and mandatory access controls
Efficiently process and search through log files and unstructured data
Understand system hardening techniques and security best practices

Course Curriculum

This track contains the following modules:

1
Linux Basics For Security
80 min
3 lessons

Master the fundamentals of Linux operating systems. Learn file management, permissions, and how to efficiently process and search through data like log files.

Command Line Basics
File Permissions
Text Processing
Search Techniques
2
Linux System Administration Essentials
70 min
2 lessons

Learn about Linux processes and services using systemd and journal utilities. Dive into network management and monitoring with tools like UFW.

Process Management
Service Administration
Network Monitoring
UFW Firewall
3
Security-Focused Linux Skills
60 min
2 lessons

Understand the value of log analysis to reduce reliance on external security tools. Get deep into SELinux capabilities and security hardening.

Log Analysis
journalctl
SELinux
Security Hardening

Perfect For

Security Professionals

Cybersecurity analysts and specialists who need to master Linux for security operations and incident response.

System Administrators

IT professionals transitioning to Linux or looking to strengthen their Linux administration and security skills.

Linux Beginners

New to Linux and want to build a strong foundation with security-focused skills for cybersecurity careers.

Ready to Master Linux for Cybersecurity?

Join hundreds of professionals who've built their Linux expertise with this comprehensive, security-focused track.