Course Description
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A CompTIA Security+ certification doesn't merely validate your technical proficiency; it showcases your commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security in your professional practice.
This makes it a highly respected qualification, sought after by employers and security professionals in the IT sector worldwide
Modules Covered
The CompTIA Security+ course curriculum is comprehensive and designed to provide you with a deep understanding of critical cybersecurity concepts. Here's an overview of the key topics you'll cover in this course:
- Network Security: Learn about secure network architecture concepts and systems design, secure networking protocols, security controls and network device security.
- Cryptography and PKI: Understand key concepts such as cryptographic algorithms, encryption techniques, public key infrastructure, and wireless security protocols.
- Identity and Access Management: Gain knowledge on identity management, access control models, account management, and access management controls.
- Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities: Discover how to identify common types of threats such as social engineering attacks. Learn about penetration testing and vulnerability scanning, incident response procedures, and understand the impacts of various types of breaches.
- Risk Management: Learn to conduct risk analysis, implement risk mitigation strategies, and understand business continuity and disaster recovery concepts.
- Security Architecture and Design: Explore the principles of secure system design, understand the importance of secure staging deployment, and learn how to secure the cloud and virtualised environments.
- Security Policies and Procedures: Develop an understanding of the importance of policies, plans, and procedures related to organisational security.
By the end of the course, you'll have developed a robust understanding of these key areas, equipping you with the skills to handle various security scenarios effectively.
Module 1: Introduction to the CompTIA Security+ Exam
In this module, you will learn about:
- The five domains of knowledge
- Expected level of expertise
- Assessing initial readiness
Module 2: Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities
In this module, you will:
- Compare and contrast types of attacks
- Explore threat actor types and vectors
- Explain penetration testing and vulnerability scanning concepts
- Identify key attack indicators
Module 3: Architecture and Design
In this module, you will learn how to:
- Deploy secure application designs across an enterprise environment
- Develop and deploy appropriate security solutions with trusted frameworks
- Defend embedded systems, cloud assets, and virtualised servers
- Analyse confidentiality and nonrepudiation cryptography requirements
Module 4: Implementation
In this module, you will learn how to:
- Install and configure network protocols
- Identify effective host and application security solutions
- Implement authentication and authorisation solutions with PKI
- Secure hybrid environments, including protecting wireless and mobile communications against breaches
Module 5: Operations and Incident Response
In this module, you will learn how to:
- Respond to alerts and alarms to identify and mitigate threats
- Design and enact effective policies, processes, and procedures
- Utilise tools and data sources to support incident investigations
- Identify key elements of an incident to conduct a forensic investigation
Module 6: Governance, Risk, and Compliance
In this module, you will learn how to:
- Explain the importance of policies, plans, and procedures
- Summarise regulations, standards, and frameworks to enhance security
- Explore risk management for a more robust security posture
- Carry out best practices for security assessments, data security and privacy compliance
Module 7: Preparing for the Examination
In this module, you will learn how to:
- Get ready for the exam
- Handle difficult questions
- Utilise additional study guides
- Go over a final review and assessment
- Take a complete practice exam
Exam
The CompTIA Security SY0 601 exam is an integral part of the CompTIA Security+ certification process. Here are some key details about the exam:
- Exam Code: The official code for this certification exam is SY0-601.
- Exam Format: The exam is a mix of multiple-choice and performance-based questions.
- Number of Questions: The exam consists of a maximum of 90 questions.
- Exam Duration: Candidates are given 90 minutes to complete the test.
- Passing Score: The passing score for the SY0-601 exam is 750 (on a scale of 100-900).
- Exam Purpose: The SY0-601 CompTIA Security certification exam is a vendor neutral certification that validates the essential security skills and knowledge needed to perform core security functions.
- Recertification: For recertification, candidates must earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) by participating in a variety of activities and training related to IT security.
Please note that CompTIA certification exams, policies and procedures are subject to change, so please check the official CompTIA website for the most current information before your exam.
Accreditation
CompTIA - The Computing Technology Industry Association
CompTIA is the world’s leading tech association and the voice of the world’s IT industry. CompTIA is a non-profit trade association providing leading vendor-neutral certification programmes that have been developed in connection with their membership community of IT professionals.
Benefits
Holding a CompTIA Security+ certification opens up a wide range of career opportunities within IT security.
Here's an overview of potential job roles and their corresponding salary ranges, as cited by ITJobsWatch and Payscale, both trusted UK-based salary benchmarking services.
Entry-Level Roles:
- IT Support Technician: This is often a stepping stone into the IT industry, providing foundational knowledge that can be applied in more specialised roles. The UK average salary ranges from £22,000 to £28,000.
- Network Administrator: The role involves managing and maintaining an organisation's computer networks. With CompTIA Security+ under your belt enabling you to validate baseline security skills, you can expect an average UK salary between £25,000 and £35,000.
Mid-Level Roles:
- IT Security Analyst: This role's core responsibility is to protect the organisation's data from cyber threats. In the UK, IT Security Analysts earn an average salary of between £40,000 and £55,000.
- Cybersecurity Consultant: As a consultant, you'll provide expert advice to organisations on how to protect their IT infrastructure. In the UK, Cybersecurity Consultants can earn an average salary between £50,000 and £70,000.
Senior Roles:
- IT Security Manager: This role involves overseeing all operations related to an organisation's IT security measures. In the UK, IT Security Managers typically earn from £60,000 up to £80,000.
- Chief Information Security Officer (CISO): This is one of the highest positions in IT security, responsible for establishing and maintaining the enterprise vision, strategy, and programme to ensure information assets are adequately protected. In the UK, CISOs earn on average between £80,000 and £130,000.
After achieving CompTIA Security+, individuals often pursue a further cybersecurity certification like Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), to help them qualify for these senior roles.
Please note that salaries can vary widely based on a variety of factors including experience, skills, and geographical location, and the figures provided above are averages.
Eligibility
The CompTIA Security+ Certification Course is ideally suited to IT professionals aiming to build a strong foundation in cybersecurity practices. This includes network administrators, security consultants, security engineers, and IT auditors.
It's also an invaluable asset for anyone aspiring to launch their IT security career. The course serves as a stepping stone to advanced-level cybersecurity certifications, making it a smart choice for ambitious professionals.
If you are just beginning your journey in the IT sector and lack prior experience, we highly recommend you consider completing the CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+ certifications before embarking on the CompTIA Security+ course. The CompTIA A+ certification will equip you with a fundamental understanding of computer systems and hardware, while CompTIA Network+ provides a solid foundation in networking concepts. Both certifications serve as valuable prerequisites, ensuring you have the knowledge base necessary to fully benefit from and engage with the advanced content covered in the CompTIA Security+ course.
Regardless of your experience level in the IT realm, if you have a keen interest in understanding and mitigating digital security threats, this course offers the knowledge and skills you'll need.
