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Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): Physical Access Controls
Many security practitioners learn about physical security by comparing it to protecting a medieval castle. Defense in Depth (DiD) relies on multiple layers of independent methods of security and must be used with either an outward-in or inward-out approach. Begin this course by exploring fundamental physical security concepts and mechanisms such as privileged access management (PAM) and segregation of duties (SoD).
Course Overview
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Learning Objectives
Knowledge of access control principles and practices
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Work Roles
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