CompTIA Security+

OVERVIEW

This course maps to the CompTIA Security+ certification exam (SK0-601) 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.

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LEARNING OBJECTIVES

In this course you 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

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TARGET AUDIENCE

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+ SY0-601 Certification Exam.

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OTHER PREREQUISITES

A+, Network+

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COURSE OUTLINE

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1 - COMPARING SECURITY ROLES AND CONTROLS

Topic 1A: Compare and Contrast Information Security Roles

Topic 1B: Compare and Contrast Security Control and Framework Types

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2 - EXPLAINING THREAT ACTORS AND THREAT INTELLIGENCE

Topic 2A: Explain Threat Actor Types and Attack Vectors

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3 - PERFORMING SECURITY ASSESSMENTS

Topic 3A: Assess Organizational Security with Network Reconnaissance Tools

Topic 3B: Explain Security Concerns with General Vulnerability Types

Topic 3C: Summarize Vulnerability Scanning Techniques

Topic 3D: Explain Penetration Testing Concepts

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4 - IDENTIFYING SOCIAL ENGINEERING AND MALWARE

Topic 4A: Compare and Contrast Social Engineering Techniques

Topic 4B: Analyze Indicators of Malware-Based Attacks

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5 - SUMMARIZING BASIC CRYPTOGRAPHIC CONCEPTS

Topic 5A: Compare and Contrast Cryptographic Ciphers

Topic 5B: Summarize Cryptographic Modes of Operation

Topic 5C: Summarize Cryptographic Use Cases and Weaknesses

Topic 5D: Summarize Other Cryptographic Technologies

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6 - IMPLEMENTING PUBLIC KEY INFRASTRUCTURE

Topic 6A: Implement Certificates and Certificate Authorities

Topic 6B: Implement PKI Management

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7 - IMPLEMENTING AUTHENTICATION CONTROLS

Topic 7A: Summarize Authentication Design Concepts

Topic 7B: Implement Knowledge-Based Authentication

Topic 7C: Implement Authentication Technologies

Topic 7D: Summarize Biometrics Authentication Concepts

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8 - IMPLEMENTING IDENTITY AND ACCOUNT MANAGEMENT CONTROLS

Topic 8A: Implement Identity and Account Types

Topic 8B: Implement Account Policies

Topic 8C: Implement Authorization Solutions

Topic 8D: Explain the Importance of Personnel Policies

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9 - IMPLEMENTING SECURE NETWORK DESIGNS

Topic 9A: Implement Secure Network Designs

Topic 9B: Implement Secure Switching and Routing

Topic 9C: Implement Secure Wireless Infrastructure

Topic 9D: Implement Load Balancers

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10 - IMPLEMENTING NETWORK SECURITY APPLIANCES

Topic 10A: Implement Firewalls and Proxy Servers

Topic 10B: Implement Network Security Monitoring

Topic 10C: Summarize the Use of SIEM

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11 - IMPLEMENTING SECURE NETWORK PROTOCOLS

Topic 11A: Implement Secure Network Operations Protocols

Topic 11B: Implement Secure Application Protocols

Topic 11C: Implement Secure Remote Access Protocols

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12 - IMPLEMENTING HOST SECURITY SOLUTIONS

Topic 12A: Implement Secure Firmware

Topic 12B: Implement Endpoint Security

Topic 12C: Explain Embedded System Security Implications

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13 - IMPLEMENTING SECURE MOBILE SOLUTIONS

Topic 13A: Implement Mobile Device Management

Topic 13B: Implement Secure Mobile Device Connections

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14 - SUMMARIZING SECURE APPLICATION CONCEPTS

Topic 14A: Analyze Indicators of Application Attacks

Topic 14B: Analyze Indicators of Web Application Attacks

Topic 14C: Summarize Secure Coding Practices

Topic 14D: Implement Secure Script Environments

Topic 14E: Summarize Deployment and Automation Concepts

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15 - IMPLEMENTING SECURE CLOUD SOLUTIONS

Topic 15A: Summarize Secure Cloud and Virtualization Services

Topic 15B: Apply Cloud Security Solutions

Topic 15C: Summarize Infrastructure as Code Concepts

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16 - EXPLAINING DATA PRIVACY AND PROTECTION CONCEPTS

Topic 16A: Explain Privacy and Data Sensitivity Concepts

Topic 16B: Explain Privacy and Data Protection Controls

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17 - PERFORMING INCIDENT RESPONSE

Topic 17A: Summarize Incident Response Procedures

Topic 17B: Utilize Appropriate Data Sources for Incident Response

Topic 17C: Apply Mitigation Controls

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18 - EXPLAINING DIGITAL FORENSICS

Topic 18A: Explain Key Aspects of Digital Forensics Documentation

Topic 18B: Explain Key Aspects of Digital Forensics Evidence Acquisition

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19 - SUMMARIZING RISK MANAGEMENT CONCEPTS

Topic 19A: Explain Risk Management Processes and Concepts

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20 - IMPLEMENTING CYBERSECURITY RESILIENCE

Topic 20A: Implement Redundancy Strategies

Topic 20B: Implement Backup Strategies

Topic 20C: Implement Cybersecurity Resiliency Strategies

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21 - EXPLAINING PHYSICAL SECURITY

Topic 21A: Explain the Importance of Physical Site Security Controls

Topic 21B: Explain the Importance of Physical Host Security Controls

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Note - This course is delivered via our training partner Global Knowledge.

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