• Online, Instructor-Led
  • Classroom
Course Description

CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized certification that validates the baseline skills necessary to perform core security functions and pursue a career in IT security. This entry-level cybersecurity certification focuses on up-to-date best practices for risk management and risk mitigation. It is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills required to handle various security-related tasks and challenges in the ever-evolving landscape of information technology.

Learning Objectives

The CompTIA Security+ certification exam covers several key areas, which serve as the learning objectives for the course. These objectives are: 1. Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities: Understanding various types of cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and vulnerability management techniques. 2. Architecture and Design: Learning about network components, secure network architecture concepts, and implementing secure systems design. 3. Implementation: Focusing on installing and configuring identity and access services, management controls, and wireless security settings. 4. Operations and Incident Response: Developing skills in data security, incident response procedures, and forensics. 5. Governance, Risk, and Compliance: Understanding the importance of organizational security policies, risk management processes, and privacy and sensitive data concepts. These learning objectives are designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in cybersecurity practices and principles. By mastering these areas, individuals can demonstrate their ability to secure networks, systems, and applications, as well as respond effectively to security 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):