Course Description

Our CompTIA Security+ Certification Course, featuring the latest version (SY0-701), is now available as a virtual classroom session. Led by our esteemed industry expert Trainer with over 20 years of experience in IT, specialising in Network Security, Cyber Security, Servers, Virtualisation, and Cloud Technology, this course offers unparalleled insights.

This industry-leading program is meticulously crafted to furnish you with indispensable knowledge and skills crucial for thriving in today's intricate IT security milieu. Encompassing a wide array of topics, including general security concepts, threats, vulnerabilities, mitigations, security architecture, operations, and program management, this course ensures a comprehensive understanding.

Engaging in an online cohort setting facilitates collaborative learning, fostering active participation amongst peers. This interactive approach significantly enriches your learning journey, enabling deeper comprehension and skill development.

Upon completing your CompTIA Security+ certification training, you'll validate your technical prowess among peers and underscore your commitment to upholding the highest security standards. This credential elevates your professional stature, positioning you as a highly esteemed practitioner in the field.

Much like physical security professionals, cyber security experts serve as the vanguard against cybercriminals and hackers. Their vigilance in defending software, hardware, and networks from malicious attacks is paramount. By closely monitoring IT infrastructure and assets, they fortify defences, monitor potential threats and safeguard organisational integrity.

Modules Covered

General Security Concepts (12%)

Acquire crucial cyber security terminology and concepts to establish a robust understanding of security control elements for your exam.

Differentiate between security controls.
Synthesise fundamental security concepts.
Highlight the significance of change management processes on security.
Stress the importance of employing suitable cryptographic solutions.

Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations (22%)

Identify common threats and focus on mitigating prevalent threats, cyber-attacks, vulnerabilities, and security incidents, such as social engineering attacks, through effective mitigation techniques for hybrid environments.

Analyse common threat actors and motivations.
Identify common threat vectors and attack surfaces.
Recognise various vulnerabilities.
Interpret indicators of malicious activity.
Outline mitigation techniques to secure the enterprise.

Security Architecture (18%)

Examine the security implications of architectural models, learn to secure enterprise infrastructure, and propose data protection strategies.

Assess security implications of architectural models.
Apply security principles to secure enterprise infrastructure.
Develop concepts and strategies for data protection.
Emphasise resilience and recovery in security architecture.

Security Operations (28%)

Implement and enhance security measures, and vulnerability management techniques, and consider security impacts on hardware, software, and data management.

Apply security techniques to computing resources.
Discuss security implications of hardware, software, and data asset management.
Manage vulnerability with various activities.
Explore security alerting, monitoring concepts, and tools.
Enhance security capabilities and identity and access management.
Stress the importance of automation, orchestration, and incident response.
Utilise data sources for investigations.

Security Program Management & Oversight (28%)

Demonstrate reporting and communication skills essential for Security+ job roles concerning governance, risk management, compliance, assessment, and security awareness.

Outline effective security governance.
Describe the risk management process.
Manage third-party risk assessment and compliance.
Address security compliance and audit types.
Implement security awareness practices in scenarios.

Accreditation

CompTIA stands as the forefront organisation in the global tech sector and serves as the representative voice of the IT industry worldwide. It operates as a non-profit trade association, offering premier vendor-neutral certification programs meticulously crafted in collaboration with its extensive membership network of IT professionals.

Benefits

Delivery Method: Online
Exam: Included
Course Access: 6 months with 24/7 availability
Join a community exceeding 625,000 members
Enjoy interest-free payment options

Eligibility

The CompTIA Security+ Certification Course caters to a diverse range of IT professionals seeking to fortify their expertise in IT security or cyber security practices. This includes Security Administrators, Security Specialists, Systems Administrators, Help Desk Analysts, Security Engineers, Security Analysts, Network Administrators, Security Consultants, Security Engineers, and IT Auditors.

Additionally, this IT security training course serves as a valuable resource for individuals aiming to embark on a successful IT security career, even with limited or no prior experience. Whether you're stepping into your first role or transitioning careers within the industry, attaining the CompTIA Security+ certification marks a commendable starting point in your career advancement journey.

For those entering the IT industry without prior experience, we strongly advise completing the CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+ certifications before pursuing the CompTIA Security+ course. The CompTIA A+ certification imparts essential knowledge of computer systems and hardware, while the CompTIA Network+ certification establishes a solid understanding of networking concepts. These certifications serve as essential prerequisites, ensuring you possess the foundational knowledge necessary to comprehend and engage with the advanced content presented in the CompTIA Security+ course.