This course maps to the CompTIA Security+ certification exam (SKO-601) and establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role, as well as providing a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs. This course emphasizes both the practical and hands-on ability to identify and address security threats, attacks and vulnerabilities. CompTIA Security+ is a globally trusted, vendor-neutral certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. CompTIA Security+ is also a DoD Approved 8570 Baseline Certification and this course meets DoD 8140/8570 Training requirements.
This course may earn a Credly Badge.
Prerequisites:
To ensure your success in this course, you should have 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 Official CompTIA courses:
- The Official CompTIA® A+®: Core 1 (Exam 220-1001)
- The Official CompTIA® A+®: Core 2 (Exam 220-1002)
- The Official CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-007)
Course Objectives:
In this course, students will use fundamental security principles to install and configure cybersecurity controls and participate in incident response and risk mitigation. Students will:
- Prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam
- Confidently explain and define an array of security vulnerabilities
- Navigate the complexities of secure system and network design
- Explore the defensive measures like PKI, firewalls and IDS
- Implement robust identity management and access control
The following lessons will be covered in this course:
- Lesson 1: Comparing Security Roles and Security Controls
- Lesson 2: Explaining Threat Actors and Threat Intelligence
- Lesson 3: Performing Security Assessments
- Lesson 4: Identifying Social Engineering and Malware
- Lesson 5: Summarizing Basic Cryptographic Concepts
- Lesson 6: Implementing Public Key Infrastructure
- Lesson 7: Implementing Authentication Controls
- Lesson 8: Implementing Identity and Account Management Controls
- Lesson 9: Implementing Secure Network Designs
- Lesson 10: Implementing Network Security Appliances
- Lesson 11: Implementing Secure Network Protocols
- Lesson 12: Implementing Host Security Solutions
- Lesson 13: Implementing Secure Mobile Solutions
- Lesson 14: Summarizing Secure Application Concepts
- Lesson 15: Implementing Secure Cloud Solutions
- Lesson 16: Explaining Data Privacy and Protection Concepts
- Lesson 17: Performing Incident Response
- Lesson 18: Explaining Digital Forensics
- Lesson 19: Summarizing Risk Management Concepts
- Lesson 20: Implementing Cybersecurity Resilience
- Lesson 21: Explaining Physical Security
This course is designed for information technology (IT) professionals who have networking and administrative skills in Windows®-based Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networks; familiarity with other operating systems, such as macOS®, Unix®, or Linux®; and who want to further a career in IT by acquiring foundational knowledge of security topics or using CompTIA Security+ as the foundation for advanced security certifications or career roles.
This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA Security+ certification and who want to prepare for the CompTIA Security+ SYO-601 Certification Exam.