COMPTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Certification Training

The CompTIA Security+ course is designed to help you prepare for the SY0-701 exam. The CompTIA Security+ exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations.

Key Learnings:

Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions.
Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, Internet of Things (IoT), and operational technology.
Operate with an awareness of applicable regulations and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance.
Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.

Course Content

Module1: General Security Concepts 12%

Compare and contrast various types of security controls.
Summarize fundamental security concepts.
Explain the importance of change management processes and the impact to security.
Explain the importance of using appropriate cryptographic solutions.

Module2 :Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations 22%

Compare and contrast common threat actors and motivations.
Explain common threat vectors and attack surfaces.
Explain various types of vulnerabilities.
Given a scenario, analyze indicators of malicious activity.
Explain the purpose of mitigation techniques used to secure the enterprise.

Module3: Security Architecture 18%

Compare and contrast security implications of different architecture models.
Given a scenario, apply security principles to secure enterprise infrastructure.
Compare and contrast concepts and strategies to protect data.
Explain the importance of resilience and recovery in security architecture.

Module4: Security Operations 28%

Given a scenario, apply common security techniques to computing resources.
Explain the security implications of proper hardware, software, and data asset management.
Explain various activities associated with vulnerability management.
Explain security alerting and monitoring concepts and tools.
Given a scenario, modify Enterprise capabilities to enhance security.
Given a scenario, implement and maintain identity and access management.
Explain the importance of automation and orchestration related to secure operations.
Explain appropriate incident response activities.
Given a scenario, use data sources to support an investigation.

Module5 :Security Program Management & Oversight 20%

Summarize elements of effective security governance.
Explain elements of the risk management process.
Explain the processes associated with third-party risk assessment and management.
Summarize elements of effective security compliance.
Explain types and purposes of audits and assessments.
Given a scenario, implement security awareness practices.