CompTIA Security+

1 800 U Learn (853 276)

Length

5 days

Price

$4070.00 inc GST

Version

SY0-501

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Overview

This course is the primary curriculum you will need to take if your job responsibilities include securing network services, devices, and traffic in your organization.

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.

You can also take this course to prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification (Exam SY0-501) examination.

Key Topics

Detailed Info

Identifying Security Fundamentals
Analyzing Risk
Identifying Security Threats
Conducting Security Assessments
Implementing Host and Software Security
Implementing Network Security
Managing Identity and Access
Implementing Cryptography
Implementing Operational Security
Implementing Operational Security
Ensuring Business Continuity

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Skills Gained

Key Topics

Target Audience

Prerequisites

Skills Gained

On course completion, you will be able to:

Identify the fundamental components of information security.
Analyze risk.
Identify various threats to information security.
Conduct security assessments to detect vulnerabilities.
Implement security for hosts and software.
Implement security for networks.
Manage identity and access.
Implement cryptographic solutions in the organization.
Implement security at the operational level.
Address security incidents.
Ensure the continuity of business operations in the event of an incident.

Key Topics

Lesson 1: Identifying Security Fundamentals

Identify Information Security Concepts
Identify Basic Security Controls
Identify Basic Authentication and Authorization
Concepts
Identify Basic Cryptography Concepts

Lesson 2: Analyzing Risk

Analyze Organizational Risk
Analyze the Business Impact of Risk

Lesson 3: Identifying Security Threats

Identify Types of Attackers
Identify Social Engineering Attacks
Identify Malware
Identify Software-Based Threats
Identify Network-Based Threats
Identify Wireless Threats
Identify Physical Threats

Lesson 4: Conducting Security Assessments

Identify Vulnerabilities
Assess Vulnerabilities
Implement Penetration Testing

Lesson 5: Implementing Host and Software Security

Implement Host Security
Implement Cloud and Virtualization Security
Implement Mobile Device Security
Incorporate Security in the Software Development Lifecycle

Lesson 6: Implementing Network Security

Configure Network Security Technologies
Secure Network Design Elements
Implement Secure Networking Protocols and Services
Secure Wireless Traffic

Lesson 7: Managing Identity and Access

Implement Identity and Access Management
Configure Directory Services
Configure Access Services
Manage Accounts

Lesson 8: Implementing Cryptography

Identify Advanced Cryptography Concepts
Select Cryptographic Algorithms
Configure a Public Key Infrastructure
Enroll Certificates
Back Up and Restore Certificates and Private Keys
Revoke Certificates

Lesson 9: Implementing Operational Security

Evaluate Security Frameworks and Guidelines
Incorporate Documentation in Operational Security
Implement Security Strategies
Manage Data Security Processes
Implement Physical Controls

Lesson 10: Addressing Security Incidents

Troubleshoot Common Security Issues
Respond to Security Incidents
Investigate Security Incidents

Lesson 11: Ensuring Business Continuity

Select Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
Processes
Develop a Business Continuity Plan

Appendix A: Taking the Exams
Appendix B: Mapping Course Content to CompTIA® Security+® Exam SY0-501
Appendix C: Linux Essentials
Appendix D: Log File Essentials
Appendix E: Programming Essentials

Target Audience

This course is targeted toward the IT professional who has networking and administrative skills in Windows®-based Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networks; familiarity with other operating systems, such as macOS®, Unix, or Linux; and who wants to further a career in IT by acquiring foundational knowledge of security topics; preparing for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination; or using Security+ as the foundation for advanced security certifications or career roles.

We can also deliver and customise this training course for larger groups – saving your organisation time, money and resources. For more information, please contact us on 1800 853 276.

Prerequisites

To ensure your success in this course, you should possess basic Windows user skills and a fundamental understanding of computer and networking concepts.

CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications, or equivalent knowledge, and six to nine months’ experience in networking, including configuring security parameters, are strongly recommended. Students can obtain this level of skill and knowledge by taking any of the following courses:

CompTIA A+: A Comprehensive Approach (Exams 220-901 and 220-902)
CompTIA Network+ (Exam N10-007)

Additional introductory courses or work experience in application development and programming, or in network and operating system administration for any software platform or system, are helpful but not required.

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