Security +
CompTIA Security+ is the first security certification IT professionals should earn. It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs. Security+ incorporates best practices in hands-on trouble-shooting to ensure security professionals have practical security problem-solving skills. Cybersecurity professionals with Security+ know how to address security incidents – not just identify them. Level: Core (Beginner)
Security+ ensures an IT professional has the knowledge and skills to:
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No other certification that assesses baseline cybersecurity skills has performance-based questions on the exam. Security+ emphasizes hands-on practical skills, ensuring the security professional is better prepared to problem solve a wider variety of issues.
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More choose Security+ for DoD 8570 compliance than any other certification.
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Security+ focuses on the latest trends and techniques in risk management, risk mitigation, threat management and intrusion detection.
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The new Security+ certification covers the Junior IT Auditor/Penetration Tester job role, in addition to the previous job roles for Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, and Security Administrator.
Jobs that use Security+:
Systems Administrator
Network Administrator
Security Administrator
Junior IT Auditor/ Penetration Tester
Security Specialist
Security Consultant
Security Engineer
What you will learn
THREATS, ATTACKS & VULNERABILITIES
Detect various types of compromise and have an understanding of penetration testing and vulnerability scanning concepts
TECHNOLOGIES & TOOLS
Install, configure, and deploy network components while assessing and troubleshooting issues to support organizational security
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Implement secure network architecture concepts and systems design
IDENTITY & ACCESS MANAGEMENT, CRYPTOGRAPHY & PKI
Install and configure identity and access services, as well as management controls.
Install and configure wireless security settings and implement public key infrastructure
RISK MANAGEMENT
Implement and summarize risk management best practices and the business impact
Delivery Methodology
Delivery Methodology
Lecture
Interactive Group Projects
Exam Preparation
Daily quizzes
Book Reading
Equipment demos/discussions
About
CompTIA Security+ is the first security certification IT professionals should earn. It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs. Security+ incorporates best practices in hands-on trouble-shooting to ensure security professionals have practical security problem-solving skills. Cybersecurity professionals with Security+ know how to address security incidents – not just identify them.
Security+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the US DoD to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements
Security+ Exam
Exam SY0-501 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. The successful candidate will perform these tasks to support the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.