CompTIA Security +

Master essential network security skills and prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification with our comprehensive course designed for IT professionals aiming to enhance their expertise and career in cybersecurity.

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Essential Skills Gained

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Identify the fundamental concepts of computer security.

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Manage data, application, and host security.

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Implement network security measures.

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Plan for business continuity and disaster recovery.

Format

  • Instructor-led
  • 5 days with lectures and hands-on labs.

Audience

  • IT professionals
  • Network administrators
  • Security analysts
  • Systems administrators

Description

CompTIA® Security+® (Exam SY0-401) is the primary course you will need to take if your job responsibilities include securing network services, devices, and traffic in your organization. You can also take this course to prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination. In this course, you will build on your knowledge of and professional experience with security fundamentals, networks, and organizational security as you acquire the specific skills required to implement basic security services on any type of computer network. This course can benefit you in two ways. If you intend to pass the CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-401) certification examination, this course can be a significant part of your preparation. But certification is not the only key to professional success in the field of computer security. Today's job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills, and the information and activities in this course can help you build your computer security skill set so that you can confidently perform your duties in any security-related role.

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Course Outline

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Lesson 1: Security Fundamentals

  1. The Information Security Cycle

  2. Information Security Controls

  3. Authentication Methods

  4. Cryptography Fundamentals

  5. Security Policy Fundamentals

Lesson 2: Identifying Security Threats and Vulnerabilities

  1. Social Engineering

  2. Malware

  3. Software-Based Threats

  4. Network-Based Threats

  5. Wireless Threats and Vulnerabilities

  6. Physical Threats and Vulnerabilities

Lesson 3: Managing Data, Application, and Host Security

  1. Manage Data Security

  2. Manage Application Security

  3. Manage Device and Host Security

  4. Manage Mobile Security

Lesson 4: Implementing Network Security

  1. Configure Security Parameters on Network Devices and Technologies

  2. Network Design Elements and Components

  3. Implement Networking Protocols and Services

  4. Apply Secure Network Administration Principles

  5. Secure Wireless Traffic

Lesson 5: Implementing Access Control, Authentication, and Account Management

  1. Access Control and Authentication Services

  2. Implement Account Management Security Controls

Lesson 6: Managing Certificates

  1. Install a CA Hierarchy

  2. Enroll Certificates

  3. Secure Network Traffic by Using Certificates

  4. Renew Certificates

  5. Back Up and Restore Certificates and Private Keys

  6. Revoke Certificates

Lesson 7: Implementing Compliance and Operational Security

  1. Physical Security

  2. Legal Compliance

  3. Security Awareness and Training

  4. Integrate Systems and Data with Third Parties

Lesson 8: Risk Management

  1. Risk Analysis

  2. Implement Vulnerability Assessment Tools and Techniques

  3. Scan for Vulnerabilities

  4. Mitigation and Deterrent Techniques

Lesson 9: Troubleshooting and Managing Security Incidents

  1. Respond to Security Incidents

  2. Recover from a Security Incident

Lesson 10: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning

  1. Business Continuity

  2. Plan for Disaster Recovery

  3. Execute DRPs and Procedures

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