CompTIA Security+

Class Overview

The CompTIA Security+ class offers an in-depth introduction to cybersecurity, covering topics like network security, compliance, operational security, vulnerabilities, and threat management. Designed for IT professionals, the class emphasizes practical skills and hands-on experience, preparing learners for real-world challenges in cybersecurity. It aligns with the Security+ certification, serving as a comprehensive guide for those seeking to pass the exam and advance their career in information security.

Class Outline

• Course Introduction
• Security Concepts
• Security Controls
• Threat Actors
• Attack Surface
• Social Engineering
• Cryptographic Algorithms
• Public Key Infrastructure
• Cryptographic Solutions
• Authentication
• Authorization
• Identity Management
• Enterprise Network Architecture
• Network Security Appliances
• Secure Communications
• Cloud Infrastructure
• Embedded Systems and Zero Trust Architecture
• Asset Management
• Redundancy Strategies
• Physical Security
• Device and OS Vulnerabilities
• Application and Cloud Vulnerabilities
• Vulnerability Identification Methods
• Vulnerability Analysis and Remediation
• Network Security Baselines
• Network Security Capability Enhancement
• Implement Endpoint Security
• Mobile Device Hardening
• Application Protocol Security Baselines
• Cloud and Web Application Security Concepts
• Incident Response
• Digital Forensics
• Data Sources
• Alerting and Monitoring Tools
• Malware Attack Indicators
• Physical and Network Attack Indicators
• Application Attack Indicators
• Policies, Standards, and Procedures
• Change Management
• Automation and Orchestration
• Risk Management Processes and Concepts
• Vendor Management Concepts
• Audits and Assessments
• Data Classification and Compliance
• Personnel Policies