ITIAN Academy

Cyber Security Academy

Learn how to protect computers, accounts, networks and information from modern cyber threats. Start with everyday online safety and progress through practical defensive cybersecurity skills.

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Beginner-Friendly Learning Pathway

This academy is designed for legitimate education and defensive security. Practice only on systems you own or have explicit permission to test. The pathway moves from personal safety fundamentals to practical small-business protection and incident recovery.

New Zealand context: Where relevant, this academy references NZ cyber safety concepts such as scam reporting, business resilience, and incident response expectations commonly discussed by CERT NZ and NCSC guidance material.

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Core Modules

Module 1: Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Core concepts, cyber risk, and foundational terminology.

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Module 2: Passwords, Authentication and Account Security

Strong passwords, MFA, passkeys, and safer account recovery.

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Module 3: Phishing, Scams and Social Engineering

Recognise manipulation tactics and respond safely to suspicious activity.

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Module 4: Computer and Device Security

Updates, endpoint protection, secure configuration, and backups.

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Module 5: Network and Wi-Fi Security

Router, Wi-Fi, DNS and public network safety fundamentals.

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Module 6: Malware and Ransomware

Common infection paths, warning signs, prevention, and recovery.

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Module 7: Web and Email Security

HTTPS, spoofing concepts, safe downloads, and website account safety.

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Module 8: Data Protection and Privacy

Sensitive data handling, encryption concepts, secure storage and disposal.

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Module 9: Small Business Cybersecurity

Practical controls for NZ small businesses and continuity planning.

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Module 10: Cyber Incident Response and Recovery

Containment, credential reset, backup restore, reporting, and lessons learned.

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Advanced Cybersecurity Pathway (Future Expansion)

After completing the beginner modules, learners can progress into deeper defensive topics as this pathway expands.

Network Defence and Monitoring

Security monitoring, network visibility and practical alerting basics.

Vulnerability and Risk Management

Risk assessment, vulnerability handling and remediation planning.

Secure Architecture and Cloud Security

Identity and access management, policy design and cloud hardening fundamentals.

Secure Web Development

Safer coding habits, input handling, and secure deployment practices.

Incident Investigation

Preserving evidence, timeline analysis and post-incident reviews.

Ethical Security Testing

Authorised lab-based testing only, with scope, permission and legal boundaries.

Defensive focus: This academy does not provide instructions for unauthorised access, malware deployment, or evasion of security controls.