INTRODUCTION TO ETHICAL HACKING
Johns Hopkins University Certificate of AchievementAccess to all courses in the certificate programStart the program anytime through open enrollmentCurriculum designed and delivered by JHU FacultyLIVE monthly seminars with JHU Faculty
Program starts on February 3, 2025. Investment: $1,200
3 Courses • 12 Weeks • Online • Hands-on Projects • $1,200
4 Weeks • Online • Hands-on Projects
4 Weeks • Online • Hands-on Projects
4 Weeks • Online • Hands-on Projects
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The Introduction to Ethical Hacking certificate program is designed for individuals interested in cybersecurity or enhancing their knowledge of ethical hacking techniques. It is ideal for aspiring ethical hackers, IT professionals, and anyone seeking to understand how to identify and address security vulnerabilities in digital systems. Comprising three key courses—Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Introduction to Intrusion, and Advanced Cybersecurity topics—this program equips learners with the skills to master ethical hacking and cybersecurity best practices.
Learn how to identify vulnerabilities, secure systems, and strengthen defenses against cyber threats. This program provides a comprehensive overview of key techniques and tools used by ethical hackers, including penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and system hardening. Designed for aspiring cybersecurity professionals, it equips learners with practical, hands-on skills to ethically safeguard digital environments while adhering to legal and ethical standards.
Tailored for professionals and managers in dynamic industries, this program blends theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, enabling graduates to lead projects confidently and achieve exceptional outcomes.
Program Highlights:
Earn a Johns Hopkins University Certificate of Achievement and gain the knowledge and tools to excel in applied machine learning.
To earn a Johns Hopkins University School of Engineering Certificate of Achievement, you must complete the following:
This program is designed for individuals interested in learning more about cybersecurity or enhancing their knowledge of ethical hacking techniques. It is ideal for aspiring ethical hackers, IT professionals, and anyone seeking to understand how to identify and address security vulnerabilities in digital systems.
Cybersecurity ProfessionalsIT Support SpecialistsNetwork AdministratorsInformation Security AnalystsData AnalystsDesigned by JHU Faculty, the curriculum covers key skills in effectively planning and managing projects, including:
Ideology and Motives in Cybersecurity 
Penetration Testing Techniques 
Executive Summaries in Security Reports 
Introduction to Cryptography and PKI 
Project Closeout Strategies and Checklists
Cryptographic Attack Mitigation 
Social Engineering and Reconnaissance Strategies 
Enhance your knowledge through monthly live seminars designed to deepen your expertise.
JHU faculty are available to answer questions directly through the course site.
Learn at your own pace with engaging and helpful learning materials such as video lectures, relevant readings, and case studies.
Hands-on activities that help you demonstrate competence and enabling reskilling and upskilling.
Boost your skills in ethical hacking with leading educators.
Johns Hopkins University Instructor
Jason Crossland has over 16 years of military commissioned and civilian experience in the areas of cyber security engineering, information assurance, information systems, and information technology. Crossland served in the United States Air Force, where he was assigned to satellites, fiber-optics, and telecommunications networks, systems, and equipment.
After completing degrees in Computer Science and Computer Engineering, he was direct commissioned into the United States Coast Guard, where he was assigned the duties of deputy of incident response branch for offensive and defensive cyber operations, deputy of contingency planning and readiness attainment, and deputy of risk management framework for unclassified and classified systems. He currently works at the John Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory in the Critical Infrastructure Sector.
12 Weeks • Online • Hands-on Projects
12 Weeks • Online • Hands-on Projects
12 Weeks • Online • Hands-on Projects
3 Courses • 12 Weeks • Online • Hands-on Projects
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