Overview
What You Get
- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601) Exam Voucher
- 35 hours of high quality classroom or live online training
- Access to CertMaster Learn
- Hands-on Labs
- CompTIA Security+ Accredited Instructor
- More than 160 end of chapter drill questions with answer keys
- 2 full mock exams with answer keys
- Online access to CompTIA Security+ learning resources
- Official CompTIA Security+ Digital Courseware
- Over 30 IT security checklists that you can use back at work
- Certificate of Attendance
- Exam Prep Guarantee
- Unlimited course refresher for 1 year (Note: exams are not included)
Course Benefits
This CompTIA Security+ certification training course is an internationally-recognized, vendor-neutral certification for network security. Through this network security course, you will learn security concepts, and tools to help you react to security incidents. More importantly, you will learn how to anticipate security risks and defend against network security attacks.
CompTIA Security+ validates knowledge of communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, operational security, and general security concepts. This practical hands-on 35 hours CompTIA Security+ certification training course will teach you the fundamental principles of installing and configuring computer and network security systems.
You Will Learn How To
- Identify network attack strategies and defenses
- Understand the principles of organizational security and the elements of effective security policies
- Know the technologies and uses of encryption standards and products
- Identify network and host-based security technologies and practices
Who Should Attend
This CompTIA Security+ certification training course is intended for students wishing to qualify with CompTIA Security+. The qualification is aimed primarily at networking and IT security professionals, PC support analysts and application developers.
Prerequisites
- At least 2 years of experience in IT administration with a Security focus
About the Exam
- Maximum of 90 questions
- Multiple choice and performance-based
- 90 minutes
- Passing Score: 750 (scale of 100 - 900)
- Testing Provider: Pearson Vue Testing Centers or Online Testing
Course Outline
Comparing Security Roles and Security Controls
- Compare and Contrast Information Security Roles
- Compare and Contrast Security Control and Framework Types
Explaining Threat Actors and Threat Intelligence
- Explain Threat Actor Types and Attack Vectors
- Explain Threat Intelligence Sources
Performing Security Assessments
- Assess Organizational Security with Network Reconnaissance Tools
- Explain Security Concerns with General Vulnerability Types
- Summarize Vulnerability Scanning Techniques
- Explain Penetration Testing Concepts
Identifying Social Engineering and Malware
- Compare and Contrast Social Engineering Techniques
- Analyze Indicators of Malware-Based Attacks
Summarizing Basic Cryptographic Concepts
- Compare and Contrast Cryptographic Ciphers
- Summarize Cryptographic Modes of Operation
- Summarize Cryptographic Use Cases and Weaknesses
- Summarize Other Cryptographic Technologies
Implementing Public Key Infrastructure
- Implement Certificates and Certificate Authorities
- Implement PKI Management
Implementing Authentication Controls
- Summarize Authentication Design Concepts
- Implement Knowledge-Based Authentication
- Implement Authentication Technologies
- Summarize Biometrics Authentication Concepts
Implementing Identity and Account Management Controls
- Implement Identity and Account Types
- Implement Account Policies
- Implement Authorization Solutions
- Explain the Importance of Personnel Policies
Implementing Secure Network Designs
- Implement Secure Network Designs
- Implement Secure Switching and Routing
- Implement Secure Wireless Infrastructure
- Implement Load Balancers
Implementing Network Security Appliances
- Implement Firewalls and Proxy Servers
- Implement Network Security Monitoring
- Summarize the Use of SIEM
Implementing Secure Network Protocols
- Implement Secure Network Operations Protocols
- Implement Secure Application Protocols
- Implement Secure Remote Access Protocols
Implementing Host Security Solutions
- Implement Secure Firmware
- Implement Endpoint Security
- Explain Embedded System Security Implications
Implementing Secure Mobile Solutions
- Implement Mobile Device Management
- Implement Secure Mobile Device Connections
Summarizing Secure Application Concepts
- Analyze Indicators of Application Attacks
- Analyze Indicators of Web Application Attacks
- Summarize Secure Coding Practices
- Implement Secure Script Environments
- Summarize Deployment and Automation Concepts
Implementing Secure Cloud Solutions
- Summarize Secure Cloud and Virtualization Services
- Apply Cloud Security Solutions
- Summarize Infrastructure as Code Concepts
Explaining Data Privacy and Protection Concepts
- Explain Privacy and Data Sensitivity Concepts
- Explain Privacy and Data Protection Controls
Performing Incident Response
- Summarize Incident Response Procedures
- Utilize Appropriate Data Sources for Incident Response
- Apply Mitigation Controls
Explaining Digital Forensics
- Explain Key Aspects of Digital Forensics Documentation
- Explain Key Aspects of Digital Forensics Evidence Acquisition
Summarizing Risk Management Concepts
- Explain Risk Management Processes and Concepts
- Explain Business Impact Analysis Concepts
Implementing Cybersecurity Resilience
- Implement Redundancy Strategies
- Implement Backup Strategies
- Implement Cybersecurity Resiliency Strategies
Explaining Physical Security
- Explain the Importance of Physical Site Security Controls
- Explain the Importance of Physical Host Security Controls
