Foundation · Security Core

OSCC

OffSec CyberCore Certified

Build broad, job-ready security foundations across Linux, Windows, networking, scripting, web technology and essential offensive and defensive workflows.

Course overview

Skills with real-world context

Designed around the workflows and decisions practitioners use—not a collection of disconnected tool demonstrations.

Build broad, job-ready security foundations across Linux, Windows, networking, scripting, web technology and essential offensive and defensive workflows. The learning path combines guided concepts, repeatable lab methodology, evidence collection and professional communication.

Junior Cybersecurity Analyst SOC Trainee Security Support Associate

2026 market direction

Employers increasingly expect entry-level candidates to connect operating systems, networking and scripting—not memorize isolated concepts. CyberCore supports that cross-functional baseline.

Course content

What you will study

A focused six-module roadmap. Exact official syllabus and assessment policies remain subject to OffSec updates.

Security & Networking Core

CIA triad and risk concepts

TCP/IP, ports and protocols

Subnets, routing and DNS

Security controls and common threats

Linux Essentials

Shell and filesystem navigation

Permissions, processes and services

Packages and logs

Linux security fundamentals

Windows Essentials

Windows architecture and administration

PowerShell basics

Users, groups and permissions

Event logs and defensive controls

Scripting Fundamentals

Bash variables and control flow

Python syntax and data types

Parsing files and command output

Small security automations

Web & Offensive Basics

HTTP requests and sessions

Common web vulnerabilities

Reconnaissance and enumeration

Ethical testing methodology

Defensive Operations

Log and alert fundamentals

Endpoint and network evidence

Basic triage workflow

Clear incident documentation

Plan your preparation

Audience, prerequisites and exam

Who should attend

Career starters entering cybersecurity
IT support professionals transitioning to security
Learners who want offense and defense exposure

Recommended prerequisites

General computer literacy and curiosity. Familiarity with basic networking is useful.

Certification assessment

Practical and knowledge-based assessment aligned to SEC-100. Review the official exam guide for the latest format.

Learning outcomes

Capabilities you will build

Explain core security and networking concepts

Work confidently in Linux and Windows

Use Bash and Python for small security tasks

Recognize common offensive and defensive workflows

Primary curriculum reference: Official OSCC course information . Pricing, exam format and availability should always be confirmed with OffSec.