The CompTIA Security+ course is designed to help you prepare for the SY0-701 exam. The CompTIA Security+ exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations.
COURSE OBJECTIVE:
By the end of the course, you should be able to meet the following objectives:
• Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions.
• Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, Internet of Things (IoT), and operational technology.
• Operate with an awareness of applicable regulations and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance.
• Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.
TARGET AUDIENCE:
CompTIA Security+ is aimed at IT professionals with job roles such as:
• Security Administrator
• Security Specialist
• Systems Administrator
• Help Desk Analyst
• Security Engineer
• Security Analyst
COURSE PREREQUISITES:
Networking and administrative skills in Windows-based TCP/IP networks and familiarity with other operating systems, such as OS X, Unix, or Linux.
COURSE CONTENT:
General Security Concepts 12%
• Compare and contrast various types of security controls.
• Summarize fundamental security concepts.
• Explain the importance of change management processes and the impact to security.
• Explain the importance of using appropriate cryptographic solutions.
Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations 22%
• Compare and contrast common threat actors and motivations.
• Explain common threat vectors and attack surfaces.
• Explain various types of vulnerabilities.
• Given a scenario, analyze indicators of malicious activity.
• Explain the purpose of mitigation techniques used to secure the enterprise.
Security Architecture 18%
• Compare and contrast security implications of different architecture models.
• Given a scenario, apply security principles to secure enterprise infrastructure.
• Compare and contrast concepts and strategies to protect data.
• Explain the importance of resilience and recovery in security architecture.
Security Operations 28%
• Given a scenario, apply common security techniques to computing resources.
• Explain the security implications of proper hardware, software, and data asset management.
• Explain various activities associated with vulnerability management.
• Explain security alerting and monitoring concepts and tools.
• Given a scenario, modify Enterprise capabilities to enhance security.
• Given a scenario, implement and maintain identity and access management.
• Explain the importance of automation and orchestration related to secure operations.
• Explain appropriate incident response activities.
• Given a scenario, use data sources to support an investigation.
Security Program Management & Oversight 20%
• Summarize elements of effective security governance.
• Explain elements of the risk management process.
• Explain the processes associated with third-party risk assessment and management.
• Summarize elements of effective security compliance.
• Explain types and purposes of audits and assessments.
• Given a scenario, implement security awareness practices.
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