CYBER SCHOOL - Cyber Security for Beginners
Welcome to Cyber School by H.E.R. DAO
Follow us here to be approved to join the course!
Introducing Cyber School:
Phase 1 — Foundations of Cybersecurity
Cyber School is a new learning space for anyone who wants to understand cybersecurity — not just memorize tools.
We will be running basic, intermediate and advanced courses this year so stay connected...
If you are thinking of changing careers, upskilling or are simply curious - this course is for you!
Phase 1 is a 3-week, hands-on introduction covering core security concepts, real-world threats, and the mindset required to defend (and ethically break) systems.
Every session includes:
Practical walkthroughs
Interactive exercises
CTF (Capture The Flag) challenges to apply what you’ve learned
🗓️ Phase 1 Schedule (3 Weeks)
Week 1
Day 1 — Cybersecurity Basics
What cybersecurity really is
CIA Triad: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability
Security mindset & ethics
White hat vs black hat vs grey hat
Activity:
Threat modeling a real-world system
CTF:
Introductory logic & security concept challenges
Day 2 — Networking & Threats
How the internet actually works
IPs, DNS, ports & protocols explained simply
Common attack types:
Man-in-the-Middle
Phishing
Active vs passive attacks
Activity:
Identifying malicious emails & attack patterns
CTF:
Network & phishing-based challenges
Week 2
Day 3 — Cloud & the Transition to Web3
What is Cloud computing?
What is Web3?
Key differences between Web2, Cloud & Web3 security models
Custodial vs non-custodial systems
Practical:
Web3 basics
Wallet setup & security best practices
CTF:
Wallet safety & Web3 concept challenges
Day 4 — Offensive Security & Vulnerability Management
How attackers think
How vulnerabilities are discovered
Common web vulnerabilities (Web2 examples)
Responsible disclosure & bug bounty culture
Live Examples:
Real-world websites & past security incidents
CTF:
Basic vulnerability discovery & exploitation logic
Week 3
Day 5 — Risk, Privacy & Phase 2 Roadmap
What is risk in cybersecurity?
Risk assessment fundamentals
Privacy, data protection & user responsibility
How organizations think about security
Wrap-Up:
How to continue learning
Introduction to advanced resources
Additional Cyfrin materials for deeper dives
Final CTF:
Multi-concept challenge tying everything together
🏁 What Are CTFs?
CTF (Capture The Flag) challenges are cybersecurity games where you:
Find hidden “flags” in systems or puzzles
Practice hacking, defense, and forensic thinking
Learn by doing — not guessing
CTFs are added after every session to reinforce real-world skills.
Important stuff:
Signing up to Cyber School means you are giving us permission to contact you regarding this course and future opportunities with us
Look forward to seeing you achieve your goals this year!
H.E.R. DAO Team
Don't forget to follow us on X to be accepted!