Introduction to Cybersecurity

Things to know

• The course page is rendered by JavaScript; it was read through a text rendering of the provider's own page
• No learner rating is published; the page shows 10,142,339 already enrolled
• Badge requires a passing score on the final exam
• Part of Cisco's Junior Cybersecurity Analyst career path, so it closes with career content
• Also offered instructor-led through academies

Summary

Cisco's introductory course on the threats people and organisations face, how attacks work and how to protect your data, devices and workplace. It suits any worker who wants to understand cyber risk and safe habits, and anyone curious about a security career.

You will be able to

• Explain why organisational data is valuable and who attacks it
• Describe common attack methods, vulnerabilities and exploits
• Protect personal devices, networks, data and online privacy
• Outline how organisations defend themselves, including behaviour-based approaches
• Recognise the legal and ethical issues and career paths in cybersecurity

Modules

1. Module 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity
2. Module 2: Attacks, Concepts and Techniques
3. Module 3: Protecting your Data and Privacy
4. Module 4: Protecting the Organization
5. Module 5: Will Your Future Be in Cybersecurity?

Who it suits

Any worker or beginner who wants a plain introduction to cyber threats and protection, including those considering a cybersecurity career.

Who is behind it

Delivered by

Cisco Networking Academy

Hosted on

netacad.com

Funded by

Not stated

Partners

Credly (badge issuing)

• https://www.netacad.com/courses/introduction-to-cybersecurity
• https://www.credly.com/org/cisco/badge/introduction-to-cybersecurity

Questions

Is Introduction to Cybersecurity free?

Yes. It is free for anyone, anywhere in the world. Course page shows 'Free' (page title 'Introduction to Cybersecurity by Cisco: Free Online Course') on 29 Sep 2026. Free NetAcad account required. Checked 29 September 2026 against the provider's own page.

How long does it take?

About 6 hours (provider stated).

Do you get a certificate?

Yes. It awards a digital badge (Cisco-verified, issued via Credly) after passing the final exam, free.

Who is it for?

Any worker or beginner who wants a plain introduction to cyber threats and protection, including those considering a cybersecurity career.

Can I take it from outside Australia?

Yes. It is open worldwide. It is free in: Worldwide.

Sources

• https://www.netacad.com/courses/introduction-to-cybersecurity
• https://www.netacad.com/courses/introduction-to-cybersecurity?courseLang=en-US
• https://www.credly.com/org/cisco/badge/introduction-to-cybersecurity
• https://netguardia.com/learning-development/certifications/cisco-introduction-to-cybersecurity-a-free-course-reviewed/