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CompTIA Security+ Certification Training
Cost
$2,695.00
Continuing Education Credits
35 or 32 Hours
Duration
5 days or 8 nights
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This Security+ training and certification is approved by the Department of Defense (DoD) 8570 for the following roles:
- Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II
- Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level I
Includes
- Official CompTIA printed and digital course materials
- One CompTIA Security+ Exam Voucher, valid for 1 year
- Alpine Security’s Exam Pass Guarantee
- Lunch, snacks, beverages
- Outstanding Reviews
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Description
The Security+ certification is a foundational cybersecurity certification. This does not mean the Security+ is easy though. Although no experience is required, the CompTIA’s Security+ training and certification is a foundation-level certificate designed for IT administrators with a recommended two years’ experience whose job role is focused on system security. It is recommended you have the A+ and Network+ certifications or understand the body of knowledge for A+ and Network+ before you consider Security+ training and certification.
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
In this Security+ training, you will build on your knowledge of and professional experience with cybersecurity fundamentals, networks, and organizational security as you acquire the specific skills required to implement basic security services on any type of computer network.
This course can benefit you in two ways. If you intend to pass the CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-501) certification examination, this course can be a significant part of your preparation. But certification is not the only key to professional success in the field of computer security. Today’s job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills, and the information and activities in this course can help you build your computer security skill set so that you can confidently perform your duties in any security-related role.
The CompTIA Security+ Certification is the Department of Defense (DoD) 8570 approved for the following Information Assurance (IA) position categories:
- Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II
- Information Assurance Management (IAM) Level I
DoD 8570 is also known as the IA Workforce Improvement Program. Details on DoD 8570 and other useful information can be found HERE.
In this CompTIA Security+ training, you will implement, monitor, and troubleshoot infrastructure, application, information, and operational security:
- 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.
To ensure your success in this Security+ training 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+
- CompTIA Network+
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.
Alpine Security’s Security+ Training includes one (1) CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 Exam Voucher. Voucher is valid for 12 months after the course at a Pearson VUE testing center.
Exam Description: The CompTIA Security+ certification covers network security, compliance and operation security, threats and vulnerabilities as well as application, data and host security. Also included are access control, identity management, and cryptography.
- Number of Questions: Maximum of 90 questions
- Type of Questions: Multiple choice and performance-based
- Length of Test: 90 Minutes
- Passing Score: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
CompTIA Security+ Training Outline
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
About CompTIA
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