Jester D. Abalos
CYBERSECURITY FOUNDATIONS
C E R T I F I C A T E O F A C H I E V E M E N T
PRESENTED TO:
This certifies the successful completion of the BlackStride Cybersecurity Fundamentals Track 1, a foundational program covering essential cybersecurity concepts through structured instruction, hands-on labs, and real-world security scenarios.
Completion included a Capture-the-Flag (CTF) practical assessment, validating applied knowledge of modern cybersecurity principles and techniques.
Completion included a Capture-the-Flag (CTF) practical assessment, validating applied knowledge of modern cybersecurity principles and techniques.
Foundations of Digital Defense; Cybersecurity Tools & Best Practices;
Modules Covered:
Pathways & Incident Response in Practice
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June 15, 2026
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Issue date: June 15, 2026
ID: d403e254-19ee-45e0-87dd-799d57ec630c
Type
Certification
Level
Foundational
Format
Online
Description
The BlackStride Cybersecurity Foundations credential recognizes foundational knowledge and practical awareness of core cybersecurity concepts. Holders have demonstrated understanding of cyber threats, attack techniques, endpoint and network fundamentals, log and event analysis, phishing identification, data encoding and analysis, and basic incident investigation. Competency was validated through guided hands-on activities and a scenario-based Capture-the-Flag (CTF) assessment, reflecting readiness for continued cybersecurity learning and entry-level security pathways.
Skills
Cybersecurity Fundamentals & Terminology
Cyber Threat Awareness
Attack Lifecycle Understanding
Phishing & Social Engineering Analysis
Endpoint Security Fundamentals
Network Basics (IP, Ports, Protocols)
Basic Incident Investigation
Encoding & Decoding (Base64)
Capture-the-Flag (CTF) Problem Solving
Security Hygiene & Best Practices
Earning Criteria
Test
Achieve a passing score in the final Capture-the-Flag (CTF) practical assessment, demonstrating applied understanding of foundational cybersecurity concepts