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Security+ Certification Certification Exam Prep Course (Evening)

The CompTIA Security+ Certification is an internationally recognized testing program sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) that certifies the knowledge of a security professional in the IT industry. Security+ certification is recognized around the world as the benchmark for foundation-level security professionals. Incorporating a comprehensive range of security knowledge areas, Security+ was developed with input from industry, government, academia and front-line practitioners, so you can be assured of its relevance.

This course will help you prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam where you will learn how 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.

This course will also provide you with a broad-based knowledge necessary to prepare for further study in specialized cybersecurity fields.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
0 - No Proficiency
Course Prerequisites
  • Completion (Knowledge) of A+ or Network+.
  • Recommend that candidates have at least some Windows navigation experience.
Training Purpose
Skill Development
Specific Audience
All
Delivery Method
Classroom
Online, Instructor-Led
Online, Self-Paced
Course Location

11200 Rockville Pike, Suite 220
Rockville, MD 20852

  • Classroom
  • Online, Instructor-Led
  • Online, Self-Paced

Learning Objectives

This course will help you prepare for the CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 certification exam where you will learn how 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.

You will:

  • Leverage intelligence and threat detection techniques
  • Analyze and interpret data
  • Identify and address vulnerabilities
  • Suggest preventative measures
  • Effectively respond to and recover from incidents

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback on this course, please e-mail the NICCS team at NICCS@mail.cisa.dhs.gov(link sends email). Please keep in mind that NICCS does not own this course or accept payment for course entry. If you have questions related to the details of this course, such as cost, prerequisites, how to register, etc., please contact the course training provider directly. You can find course training provider contact information by following the link that says “Visit course page for more information...” on this page.

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