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CompTIA Security+ certification designates IT professionals in the field of security, one of the fastest-growing fields in IT.
CompTIA Security+
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the principles of network security
- Recognize the steps for compliance and operational security
- Define Devices and Infrastructures
- Recall the steps for controlling access, authentication, and authorization
- List the steps for protecting Wireless Networks
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA Security+ Module 1
Cybersecurity Threats
- Data Breach Risks
- Implementing Security Controls
- Data Protection
- Exploring Cybersecurity Threats
- Threat Data and Intelligence
CompTIA Security+ Module 2
Malicious Code and Social Engineering
- Malware
- Malicious Code
- Adversarial Artificial Intelligence
- Social Engineering
- Password Attacks
- Physical Attacks
CompTIA Security+ Module 3
Security Assessment and Secure Coding
- Vulnerability Management
- Security Vulnerabilities
- Penetration Testing
- Software Assurance Best Practices
- Software Security Testing
- Injection Vulnerabilities
- Exploiting Authentication, Authorization, and Web Application Vulnerabilities
- Secure Coding Practices
CompTIA Security+ Module 4
Cryptography and Identity Management
- Cryptographic Concepts
- Symmetric and Asymmetric Cryptography
- Hash Functions
- Public Key Infrastructure
- Identify
- Authentication and Authorization
- Authentication Methods
- Accounts
- Access Control Schemes
CompTIA Security+ Module 5
Physical, Cloud and Virtualization Security
- Building Cybersecurity Resilience
- Response and Recovery Controls
- Physical Security Controls
- Virtualization
- Cloud Infrastructure Components
- Cloud Security Issues
- Cloud Security Controls
CompTIA Security+ Module 6
Endpoint and Network Security
- Protecting Endpoints
- Service Hardening
- Operating System Hardening
- Securing Embedded and Specialized Systems
- Designing Secure Networks
- Attacking and Assessing Networks
- Network Reconnaissance and Discovery Tools
CompTIA Security+ Module 7
Wireless Security and Incident Response
- Building Secure Wireless Networks
- Managing Secure Mobile Devices
- Incident Response
- Incident Response Data and Tools
- Mitigation and Recovery
CompTIA Security+ Module 8
Digital Forensics, Compliance, and Risk Management
- Digital Forensic Concepts
- Conducting Digital Forensics
- Personnel Management
- Third-Party Risk Management
- Complying with Laws and Regulations
- Adopting Standard Frameworks
- Analyzing and Managing Risk
- Risk Analysis
- Disaster Recovery Planning
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
All course materials included.
CompTIA Security+
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared to sit for the CompTIA Exam SY0-601: CompTIA Security+ certification exam.
Note: This course is not affiliated with, nor has it been endorsed by CompTIA.
Ed4Career has been approved as an Accredited Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET). In obtaining this accreditation, Ed4Career has demonstrated that it complies with the ANSI/IACET Standard which is recognized internationally as a standard of good practice. As a result of the Accredited Provider status, Ed4Career is authorized to offer IACET CEUs for courses and programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard.
The Continuing Education Unit (CEU) was created by IACET as a measurement of continuing education. One (1) IACET CEU is equal to ten (10) contact hours of participation in an organized continuing education experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction, and qualified instruction. Under IACET's care, the IACET CEU has evolved from a quantitative measure to a hallmark of quality training and instruction. For more information on IACET, visit iacet.org.
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player