CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-401)

Course: SECPLUS

Duration: 5 Days

Level: I

Course Summary

CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-401) is the primary course you will need to take if your job responsibilities include securing network services, devices, and traffic in your organization. You can also take this course to prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination. In this course, you will build on your knowledge of and professional experience with security fundamentals, networks, and organizational security as you acquire the specific skills required to implement basic security services on any type of computer network.

This course can benefit you in two ways. If you intend to pass the CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-401) certification examination, this course can be a significant part of your preparation. But certification is not the only key to professional success in the field of computer security. Today's job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills, and the information and activities in this course can help you build your computer security skill set so that you can confidently perform your duties in any security-related role.

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Topics Covered In This Course

Lesson 1: Security Fundamentals

The Information Security Cycle
Information Security Controls
Authentication Methods
Cryptography Fundamentals
Security Policy Fundamentals

Lesson 2: Identifying Security Threats and Vulnerabilities

Social Engineering
Malware
Software-Based Threats
Network-Based Threats
Wireless Threats and Vulnerabilities
Physical Threats and Vulnerabilities

Lesson 3: Managing Data, Application, and Host Security

Manage Data Security
Manage Application Security
Manage Device and Host Security
Manage Mobile Security

Lesson 4: Implementing Network Security

Configure Security Parameters on Network Devices and Technologies
Network Design Elements and Components
Implement Networking Protocols and Services
Apply Secure Network Administration Principles
Secure Wireless Traffic

Lesson 5: Implementing Access Control, Authentication, and Account Management

Access Control and Authentication Services
Implement Account Management Security Controls
Managing Certificates
Install a CA Hierarchy
Enroll Certificates
Secure Network Traffic by Using Certificates
Renew Certificates
Back Up and Restore Certificates and Private Keys
Revoke Certificates

Lesson 7: Implementing Compliance and Operational Security

Physical Security
Legal Compliance
Security Awareness and Training
Integrate Systems and Data with Third Parties

Lesson 8: Risk Management

Risk Analysis
Implement Vulnerability Assessment Tools and Techniques
Scan for Vulnerabilities
Mitigation and Deterrent Techniques

Lesson 9: Troubleshooting and Managing Security Incidents

Respond to Security Incidents
Recover from a Security Incident

Lesson 10: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning

Business Continuity
Plan for Disaster Recovery
Execute DRPs and Procedures

What You Can Expect

In this course, you will implement, monitor, and troubleshoot infrastructure, application, information, and operational security.

You will:

Identify the fundamental concepts of computer security.
Identify security threats and vulnerabilities.
Manage data, application, and host security.
Implement network security.
Identify and implement access control and account management security measures.
Manage certificates.
Identify and implement compliance and operational security measures.
Manage risk.
Troubleshoot and manage security incidents.
Plan for business continuity and disaster recovery.

Who Should Take This Course

This course is targeted toward the information technology (IT) professional who has networking and administrative skills in Windows-based Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networks; familiarity with other operating systems, such as Mac OS X, Unix, or Linux; and who wants to further a career in IT by acquiring foundational knowledge of security topics; prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination; or use Security+ as the foundation for advanced security certifications or career roles.

Recommended Prerequisites

To ensure your success in your course, you should possess 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.

Additional introductory courses or work experience in application development and programming, or in network and operating system administration for any software platform or system are helpful but not required.

This course requires specific hardware and software configuration on the systems being used by students during the class. Please check with your Verhoef Account Manager for details when scheduling this course at your facility.

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