CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-701)

Overview

The CompTIA Security+ certification is a globally recognized credential that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. This comprehensive course prepares you for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam, covering essential principles for network security and risk management. You’ll gain hands-on skills in identifying and mitigating various security threats, understanding security technologies and tools, and implementing secure network architectures. Earning the CompTIA Security+ certification demonstrates your ability to assess the security posture of an enterprise environment, recommend and implement appropriate security solutions, monitor and secure hybrid environments, and operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies.  

 

 

What Will I Learn?

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Analyze the security posture of an organization and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions.
• Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, and IoT.
• Operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance.  
   
• Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.  
   
• Understand and explain common security threats, vulnerabilities, and exploits.
• Implement secure network architectures and designs.
• Install and configure wireless security settings and implement public key infrastructure.
• Apply identity and access management concepts.
• Understand and utilize cryptography and hashing algorithms.
• Perform risk assessments and penetration testing.
• Summarize risk management best practices and the importance of policies, plans, and procedures related to organizational security.
• Install, configure, and use security technologies and tools to safeguard systems and networks.
• Summarize the fundamentals of digital forensics.

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• IT professionals seeking to advance their careers in cybersecurity.
• Individuals aiming to transition into a cybersecurity role.
• Security administrators, systems administrators, network administrators, and other IT professionals who need to demonstrate security knowledge.
• Help desk managers/analysts, IT auditors, and consultants looking to enhance their security expertise.
• Anyone who wants to earn the globally recognized CompTIA Security+ certification.

Requirements/Instructions

• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with operating systems and networking concepts.
• CompTIA recommends having at least two years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security, but it is not mandatory.
• A strong desire to learn and a commitment to completing the course.
• A reliable internet connection for accessing course materials and online resources.
• (Optional) A computer for practicing security concepts and using security tools. (If your course includes hands-on labs, specify the necessary hardware and software here.)

Important Note: This course covers the objectives for the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam. The official CompTIA exam voucher is not included in the course fee and must be purchased separately.