CompTIA Security+ Certification
CompTIA Security+ is a global certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs.
Duration:
4-6 Months
Level
Intermediate
Required Exams:
SY0-601
Course Objectives
- Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment
- Monitor and secure hybrid environments
- Operate with an awareness of applicable regulations and policies
- Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents
- Implement secure network architecture concepts
- Install and configure security controls for systems and organizations
Prerequisites
- CompTIA Network+ certification recommended
- 2 years of IT administration experience
- Basic networking knowledge
- Understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals
Topics Covered
Attacks & Threats
- Social Engineering
- Malware Types
- Network Attacks
- Wireless Attacks
- Application Attacks
- Threat Actors
Architecture & Design
- Enterprise Security
- Virtualization Security
- Secure Network Design
- Cloud Security
- Authentication Methods
- Cryptography
Implementation
- Identity Management
- Access Controls
- PKI Management
- Network Security
- Endpoint Security
- Mobile Security
Operations & Incident Response
- Security Tools
- Incident Response
- Digital Forensics
- Disaster Recovery
- Risk Management
- Security Policies
Career Opportunities
- Security Administrator
- Security Analyst
- Security Engineer
- Security Consultant