CompTIA Security+ Certification

Course details

In this course, students will implement, monitor, and troubleshoot infrastructure, application, information, and operational security. Students will prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination (SY0-501).

Course Outline
1 - Identifying Security Fundamentals
Identify Information Security Concepts Identify Basic Security Controls Identify Basic Authentication and Authorization Concepts Identify Basic Cryptography Concepts
2 - Analyzing Risk
Analyze Organizational Risk Analyze the Business Impact of Risk
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
4 - Conducting Security Assessments
Identify Vulnerabilities Assess Vulnerabilities Implement Penetration Testing
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
6 - Implementing Network Security
Configure Network Security Technologies Secure Network Design Elements Implement Secure Networking Protocols and Services Secure Wireless Traffic
7 - Managing Identity and Access
Implement Identity and Access Management Configure Directory Services Configure Access Services Manage Accounts
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
9 - Implementing Operational Security
Evaluate Security Frameworks and Guidelines Incorporate Documentation in Operational Security Implement Security Strategies Manage Data Security Processes Implement Physical Controls
10 - Addressing Security Incidents
Troubleshoot Common Security Issues Respond to Security Incidents Investigate Security Incidents
11 - Ensuring Business Continuity
Select Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Processes Develop a Business Continuity Plan Updated on 24 October, 2017