L’essentiel de l’offre
- Poste : Apprenant – Cours en ligne en cybersécurité
- Employeur : HarvardX (Harvard University)
- Lieu : En ligne (via la plateforme edX)
- Contrat : Formation en libre-service (Audit gratuit ou certificat payant)
- Date limite : Inscriptions ouvertes
- Niveau requis : Débutant (aucun prérequis requis)
Contexte
Applications are now open for HarvardX CS50’s Introduction to Cybersecurity, one of the world’s most popular online cybersecurity courses, available through the edX learning platform.
Designed for both technical and non-technical learners, the self-paced programme provides a practical introduction to cybersecurity concepts, online threats, digital privacy, and cyber defence strategies. With more than 581,000 learners already enrolled worldwide, this HarvardX course equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to protect data, devices, and digital systems in an increasingly connected world.
Learners can choose to audit the course for free or purchase a verified HarvardX certificate to showcase their achievement and strengthen their professional credentials.
CS50’s Introduction to Cybersecurity is part of the globally recognised CS50 series developed by Harvard University. The course introduces learners to the foundations of cybersecurity by exploring both technical and practical aspects of protecting information, networks, and digital systems.
Rather than treating cybersecurity as simply preventing attacks, the course teaches participants to think critically about balancing security, usability, privacy, and risk. Through real-world examples and practical assignments, learners develop an understanding of how cyber threats emerge and how organisations and individuals can respond effectively.
The programme is suitable for beginners and does not require previous experience in computer science or cybersecurity.
The programme is taught by Professor David J. Malan, Gordon McKay Professor of the Practice of Computer Science at Harvard University. Professor Malan is internationally recognised for developing the CS50 series, which has introduced millions of learners worldwide to computer science, programming, and cybersecurity through engaging and practical instruction.
Missions et responsabilités
- Ethical hacking concepts
- Cyber threats and vulnerabilities
- Social engineering attacks
- Phishing attacks
- Password security
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Password managers
- Biometrics
- Cryptography fundamentals
- Secret-key and public-key encryption
- Digital signatures
- Hashing and salting
- Ransomware
- Malware, viruses, worms, and botnets
- SQL injection attacks
- Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks
- Port scanning
- Firewalls and proxies
- Secure software updates
- Buffer overflow attacks
- Full-disk encryption
- Secure data deletion
- Online privacy and cookies
- Sessions and incognito browsing
- Data anonymisation and de-identification
- Operating system security
- Application store security
Profil recherché
- University students
- Recent graduates
- Working professionals
- IT beginners
- Business professionals
- Government employees
- Entrepreneurs
- Individuals interested in online safety
Educators
Conditions et avantages
The programme is delivered entirely online through the edX platform.
- Self-paced learning
- Approximately 5 weeks of study
- Estimated 2–6 hours per week
- Flexible schedule allowing learners to study at their own pace
- Free audit track available to access course materials at no cost
- Optional verified HarvardX certificate for formal recognition
Dossier de candidature
- Aucun dossier de candidature préalable n’est exigé (inscription directe en ligne).
Comment postuler
Les candidatures se font directement en ligne sur la plateforme edX. Pour vous inscrire, veuillez utiliser le lien d’inscription officiel disponible sur la page du cours HarvardX CS50’s Introduction to Cybersecurity.
