CompTIA Security+ Certification Training

Course Description:

  The CompTIA Security+ Certification Training course is designed for students that want to earn their CompTIA Security+ Certification.

CompTIA Security+ Certification is credential earned to qualify students for entry level Cybersecurity positions. Practical skills are emphasized to ensure the students are well prepared to handle a variety of issues. Practical skills are emphasized to ensure the students are well prepared to handle a variety of issues. The certification meets the ISO 17024 standard and fulfills the U.S. DOD Directive 8570.01-M requirements.

The Security+ Certification training course will help students to prepare for the SY0-501 exam.

Topics covered in the course include:

• Assess Threats, Attacks & Vulnerabilities
• Install, deploy, and configure Network components
• Network Architecture and Design
• Identity and Access Management
• Managing Resources
• Risk Management Best Practices
• Cryptography and PKI

Prerequisites Students should meet the following criteria prior to taking the course:

• Recommended that students have taken CompTIA Network+ certification course and exam, together with 24 months experience in networking support/IT administration
• Know the function and basic features of the components of a PC
• Use Windows Server to create and manage files and use basic administrative features (Explorer, Control Panel, Management Consoles, Command Line Tools)
• Operate the Linux OS using basic command-line tools
• Know basic network terminology and functions (such as OSI Model, Topology, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, switches, routers)
• Understand TCP/IP addressing, core protocols, and troubleshooting tools

Exam Prep Software: All CompTIA classes offered include access to web-based practice exams. CompTIA certification exams are very rigorous and challenging. By studying after the class and using these practice exams, students will greatly improve Their chances of passing the actual certification exam the first time.

Exam Pass Guarantee: All of the CompTIA certification classes we sell come with an Exam Pass Guarantee from the training provider. To receive the exam voucher students will need to take the Practice Test provided, and achieve and 85% or better in Certification Mode, prior to the release of the exam voucher. The practice test is typically ordered the first day of class and emailed to each student. Once the student emails exam@onlc.com with proof of the 85% or better, the exam voucher will be released to them within 24 hours. Should you fail on the first attempt, you will be provided a second voucher (up to 3 vouchers total per exam). However, should you decide to not take the practice exam or to take the exam without first achieving the 85% in certification mode, the Exam Pass is null and void. Please read through the: Exam Pass Guarantee for all the details.

Target Student: This course is ideal for students looking to earn their CompTIA Security+ certification. Students are typlically CompTIA Security+ is aimed at IT professionals with job roles such as security architect, security engineer, security consultant/specialist, information assurance technician, security administrator, systems administrator and network administrator.

Section 1: Security Fundamentals
Lesson A: The Information Security Cycle
Lesson B: Information Security Controls
Lesson C: Authentication Methods
Lesson D: Cryptography Fundamentals
Lesson E: Security Policy Fundamentals

Section 2: Identifying Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
Lesson A: Social Engineering
Lesson B: Malware
Lesson C: Software-Based Threats
Lesson D: Network-Based Threats
Lesson E: Wireless Threats and Vulnerabilities
Lesson F: Physical Threats and Vulnerabilities

Section 3: Managing Data, Application, and Host Security
Lesson A: Managing Data Security
Lesson B: Managing Application Security
Lesson C: Managing Device and Host Security
Lesson D: Managing Mobile Security

Section 4: Implementing Network Security
Lesson A: Configuring Security Parameters on Network Devices and Technologies
Lesson B: Network Design Elements and Components
Lesson C: Implementing Networking Protocols and Services
Lesson D: Applying Secure Network Administration Principles
Lesson E: Securing Wireless Traffic

Section 5: Implementing Access Control, Authentication, and Account Management
Lesson A: Access Control and Authentication Services
Lesson B: Implementing Account Management Security Controls

Section 6: Managing Certificates
Lesson A: Installing a CA Hierarchy
Lesson B: Enrolling Certificates
Lesson C: Securing Network Traffic by Using Certificates
Lesson D: Renewing Certificates
Lesson E: Backing Up and Restoring Certificates and Private Keys
Lesson F: Revoking Certificates

Section 7: Implementing Compliance and Operational Security
Lesson A: Physical Security
Lesson B: Legal Compliance
Lesson C: Security Awareness and Training
Lesson D: Integrate Systems and Data with Third Parties

Section 8: Risk Management
Lesson A: Risk Analysis
Lesson B: Implementing Vulnerability Assessment Tools and Techniques
Lesson C: Scanning for Vulnerabilities
Lesson D: Mitigation and Deterrent Techniques

Section 9: Troubleshooting and Managing Security Incidents
Lesson A: Respond to Security Incidents
Lesson B: Recover from a Security Incident

Section 10: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
Lesson A: Business Continuity
Lesson B: Planning for Disaster Recovery
Lesson C: Executing DRPs and Procedures

Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-401

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