Generative AI: Boost Your Cybersecurity Career

This short course introduces cybersecurity professionals and enthusiasts to the latest Generative AI tools to solve complex cybersecurity problems. The course focuses on combating the exploitation of undetected vulnerabilities, for which organizations are increasingly turning to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML). Generative AI, a transformative technology, is becoming a critical cybersecurity tool that enables the detection and prevention of attacks by identifying and neutralizing unknown vulnerabilities before they cause significant damage. The course explores the fundamental principles of Generative AI and its application in real-world cybersecurity, covering User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA), threat intelligence, report summarization, playbooks, and their impact on phishing, malware, disinformation, and deep fakes. In addition, participants will learn about potential Natural Language Processing (NLP) attack methods such as Prompt injection and their mitigation strategies. The course allows attendees to stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the use of Generative AI for cyber defense and threat prediction. Throughout the course, you will be able to apply your knowledge in hands-on activities. In addition, real-world-inspired exercises will help you apply your knowledge in practice. This course is suitable for both current cybersecurity professionals who want to advance their professional skills and those who aspire to start a career in the field, such as cybersecurity specialists, cybersecurity analysts, cybersecurity engineers, etc. Cybersecurity skills and basic knowledge of Generative AI are useful for this course.