Theoretical Foundations of AI in Cybersecurity

Overview

As cyber threats grow in complexity and frequency, the need for innovative and robust defense mechanisms becomes increasingly critical. This course offers a unique and intellectually stimulating journey into the theoretical underpinnings of artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative role in enhancing cybersecurity.

By delving into the sophisticated concepts and advanced techniques of AI, students will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to safeguard digital infrastructures against emerging threats.

Syllabus

• Introduction to AI and Cybersecurity
Overview of AI in cybersecurity
Current landscape of cyber threats
Importance of AI for cybersecurity defenses
• Theoretical Foundations of Artificial Intelligence
Fundamentals of machine learning and deep learning
Key algorithms and models: supervised, unsupervised, and reinforcement learning
Neural networks and decision trees
• AI Techniques in Cybersecurity
Anomaly detection in network traffic
Intrusion detection systems (IDS) using AI
AI-based threat intelligence and pattern recognition
• Advanced AI Methods for Cyber Threat Mitigation
Generative adversarial networks (GANs) for simulating attack scenarios
Natural language processing (NLP) for phishing detection
Reinforcement learning for adaptive security measures
• Ethical and Legal Considerations
AI ethics in cybersecurity applications
Data privacy and protection regulations
Bias and fairness in AI models
• Case Studies and Applications
Analysis of AI-driven defense systems
Real-world examples of AI in mitigating cyber attacks
Lessons learned from AI implementations in cybersecurity
• Emerging Trends and Future Directions
The role of AI in IoT security
Quantum computing and its impact on AI in cybersecurity
The future of AI in predicting and combating cyber threats
• Capstone Project
Design and implement an AI solution for a specified cybersecurity challenge
Presentations and peer evaluations

Taught by

YouAccel Training

Subjects

Information Security (InfoSec)