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Cybersecurity Audit School: Encryption, Digital Signatures, and Data Protection

Practical skills in encryption concepts and cryptographic algorithms

Sophie GoodwinRWHM

Created by Sophie Goodwin, Ron Woerner, Hernan Murdock

Explore the essentials of encryption, cryptographic algorithms, and public key infrastructure. Gain practical skills to recognize key concepts and analyze methods used to protect sensitive data. Build a strong foundation for making informed decisions in cybersecurity and audit roles.

ACI | Aug 2026 | 103 min

What You Will Learn

You will start by learning the basics of encryption and cryptographic algorithms, then progress to public key infrastructure and its real-world applications. Guided examples and structured explanations help you connect each concept to practical responsibilities, building your skills step by step.

Key Features

  • Identify and explain core encryption and cryptography concepts with confidence
  • Analyze cryptographic algorithms to assess data protection strategies
  • Evaluate public key infrastructure and secure communication practices for organizations

Target Audience

Ideal for cybersecurity auditors, IT auditors, security professionals, and technology risk practitioners at the beginner level. Whether you are new to the field or refreshing your core knowledge, you will gain the ability to identify and analyze encryption methods and assess data privacy controls in organizational settings.

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