CompTIA Security + (Security Specialist)
- Learnfast is a CompTIA Learning Partner.
The Official CompTIA® Security+® Instructor Guide (Exam SY0-501) 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 SY0-501) 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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Full Time: 5 Days (08:30 - 16:00)
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Course PrerequisitesTo ensure your success in this 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. Students can obtain this level of skill and knowledge by taking any of the following courses:
- CompTIA® A+®: A Comprehensive Approach (Exams 220-901 and 220-902)
- CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-006)
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.
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- CompTIA Authorized Partner Program
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Delivery Methods
Our innovative "myWay” learning methodology is built around the students individual learning requirement, allowing each student to learn in a style that is most suitable for their skills set, knowledge and schedule.
Instructor-Led Classes
Reach your full potential through our “myWay Instructor-Led” classes combined with interactive lessons, supporting video content, practical assignments and in field experience, done during the traditional 08:00 – 16:00 working day.
Online Mentored Learning
Do a course at your pace via our “myWay Online Mentored Learning”, combining self-study with supported interactive online video lectures, an online course mentor, extra resources, questionnaires and more, all supported via out Online Student Portal.
Part Time Mentored Learning
Designed for the working professional, our part time programmes provides you with the flexibility and benefit of our myWay Blended Learning with at home exercises/assignments and mentored or in-class lectures at a manageable schedule and pace.
Our Hybrid Delivery Methods
Our Hybrid Delivery Methods
myWay Hybrid Learning is a technology mediated delivery method that extends the benefit of flexibility and technology to all students. Each Hybrid delivery method is described in the section below.
#AnywhereAnytime
Have all your classes ready to be downloaded and watched, anytime, anywhere.
#NoStudentLeftBehind
Never miss a classs because of health, traffic, or transport issues.
#Flexibility
A personalized class schedule, attend class on campus, virtually or both.
In Class or Virtual Class Based Learning
A technology mediated delivery method allowing campus based class or virtual class attendance, or a combination of both. Classes can be in the form of lecture based or mentored based.
Mentored Online Learning
A technology mediated, self paced online delivery method with personal mentorship.
What you get
- Exam: CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501)
Important Notes
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Students are to be at the training venue by 08h00 in preparation for a 08h30 start time.
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Learnfast retains the right to change this calendar without any notification.
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Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of the proof of payment or an official company purchase order for the full amount of the training.
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For full day courses Learnfast will supply you with the relevant training material. A desktop computer to use for the training (where applicable), tea/coffee and a full lunch for full day InClass training hosted at Learnfast only. Catering is not included for OnSite training and laptop is available for hire at an additional cost if required.
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Cancellation or rescheduling requests must be in writing and reach us via fax or email at least 5 (five) working days prior to the course commencement date. Full course fees may be retained for no shows or requests within 5 working days prior to commencement.
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Although we go to great lengths to ensure that all training proceeds as scheduled, Learnfast reserves the right to cancel or postpone dates if we require to do so and undertake to inform clients in writing and telephonically of these changes.
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Learnfast suggests clients wait until a week prior to course commencement that a course has been confirmed to go ahead as scheduled before booking flight and accommodation. Learnfast is NOT responsible for cost associated with cancellation of classes such as flight and accommodation for clients.
Lesson 1: Identifying Security Fundamentals
- Topic A: Identify Information Security Concepts
- Topic B: Identify Basic Security Controls
- Topic C: Identify Basic Authentication and Authorization Concepts
- Topic D: Identify Basic Cryptography Concepts
Lesson 2: Analyzing Risk
- Topic A: Analyze Organizational Risk
- Topic B: Analyze the Business Impact of Risk
Lesson 3: Identifying Security Threats
- Topic A: Identify Types of Attackers
- Topic B: Identify Social Engineering Attacks
- Topic C: Identify Malware
- Topic D: Identify Software-Based Threats
- Topic E: Identify Network-Based Threats
- Topic F: Identify Wireless Threats
- Topic G: Identify Physical Threats
Lesson 4: Conducting Security Assessments
- Topic A: Identify Vulnerabilities
- Topic B: Assess Vulnerabilities
- Topic C: Implement Penetration Testing
Lesson 5: Implementing Host and Software Security
- Topic A: Implement Host Security
- Topic B: Implement Cloud and Virtualization Security
- Topic C: Implement Mobile Device Security
- Topic D: Incorporate Security in the Software Development Lifecycle
Lesson 6: Implementing Network Security
- Topic A: Configure Network Security Technologies
- Topic B: Secure Network Design Elements
- Topic C: Implement Secure Networking Protocols and Services
- Topic D: Secure Wireless Traffic
Lesson 7: Managing Identity and Access
- Topic A: Implement Identity and Access Management
- Topic B: Configure Directory Services
- Topic C: Configure Access Services
- Topic D: Manage Accounts
Lesson 8: Implementing Cryptography
- Topic A: Identify Advanced Cryptography Concepts
- Topic B: Select Cryptographic Algorithms
- Topic C: Configure a Public Key Infrastructure
- Topic D: Enrol Certificates
- Topic E: Back Up and Restore Certificates and Private Keys
- Topic F: Revoke Certificates
Lesson 9: Implementing Operational Security
- Topic A: Evaluate Security Frameworks and Guidelines
- Topic B: Incorporate Documentation in Operational Security
- Topic C: Implement Security Strategies
- Topic D: Manage Data Security Processes
- Topic E: Implement Physical Controls
Lesson 10: Addressing Security Incidents
- Topic A: Troubleshoot Common Security Issues
- Topic B: Respond to Security Incidents
- Topic C: Investigate Security Incidents
Lesson 11: Ensuring Business Continuity
- Topic A: Select Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Processes
- Topic B: Develop a Business Continuity Plan
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