• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

This course explains the fundamentals of authentication and how to maintain strong account access and authentication policies.

Learning Objectives

On successful completion of this course, learners should understand secure authentication methods, including:

  • The function of the access provisioning lifecycle
  • Credential service providers
  • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
  • Federation basics

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.