Comptia Security+ Training

The CompTIA Security+ training course is a detailed and expert-led program that equips participants with the core skills necessary to excel in the field of information security. This comprehensive course is specifically designed for the latest version of the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam, focusing on the most current threats, automation, zero trust principles, IoT security, risk management, and more. It aims to provide participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to pass the Security+ SY0-701 exam on their first attempt. The course covers five key domains essential for understanding and excelling in information security. These include general security concepts, threats and vulnerabilities, security architecture, security operations, and security program management. The target audience for this course typically includes system administrators, security engineers and consultants, network administrators, and IT auditors/penetration testers. While CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications are recommended, it's also advised to have at least 2 years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security.

• Network security
• Compliance and operational security
• Threats and vulnerabilities
• Application, data and host security
• Access control and identity management
• Cryptography

CompTIA Security+ not only ensures that candidates will apply knowledge of security concepts, tools, and procedures to react to security incidents; it ensures that security personnel are anticipating security risks and guarding against them. Candidate job roles include security architect, security engineer, security consultant/specialist, information assurance technician, security administrator, systems administrator, and network administrator.

The CompTIA Security+ certification is accredited by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).The CompTIA Security+ certification may be kept current through the CompTIA Continuing Education program.

Evaluation

Those who participate in class discussions, complete class labs and miss no more than three class meetings will be awarded 4.0 continuing education units. Ultimate evaluation of the student will be their successfully passing the CompTIA Security + (2011 edition) (SY0-201) examination.

Lesson 1: Security Fundamentals

• Information Security Cycle
• Information Security Controls
• Authentication Methods
• Cryptography Fundamentals and Security Policy
• Fundamentals

Lesson 2: Security Threats and Vulnerabilities

• Social Engineering
• Physical Threats and Vulnerabilities
• Network-Based Threats
• Wireless Threats and Vulnerabilities
• Software Based Threats

Lesson 3: Network Security

• Network Devices and Technologies
• Network Design Elements and Components
• Implement Networking Protocols
• Apply Network Security Administration Principles

Lesson 4: Managing Application, Data and Host Security

• Establish Device/Host Security
• Application Security
• Data Security

Lesson 5: Access Control, Authentication, and Account Management

• Access Control and Authentication Services and Implement Account Management Security Controls

Lesson 6: Managing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

• Install a Certificate Authority (CA) Hierarchy
• Back Up a CA
• Restore a CA

Lesson 7: Managing Certificates

• Enroll Certificates
• Secure Network Traffic by Using Certificates
• Renew Certificates
• Revoke Certificates
• Back Up Certificates and Private Keys and RestoreCertificates and Private Keys