• Online, Self-Paced

Examine the core security principles and technologies required to protect employees, networks, and intellectual properties from the emergent threats of the 21st century Internet.

Learning Objectives

CompTIA A+ 220-1002: Security Fundamentals

  • implement traditional physical security measures
  • implement authentication devices
  • manage Active Directory
  • design software-based security solutions
  • secure authentication processes
  • manage general security mechanisms
  • implement appropriate wireless security
  • design appropriate wireless authentication
  • implement and manage malware solutions
  • define security best practices, common tools, and implementation methods
  • secure physical resources when they reach end of life
  • secure physical resources before they are put to a new purpose
  • manage mobile device security
  • demonstrate an understanding of security fundamentals

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):

Specialty Areas

  • Customer Service and Technical Support
  • Cyber Defense Analysis
  • Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support
  • Systems Development
  • Technology R&D

Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

Feedback

If you would like to provide feedback for this course, please e-mail the NICCS SO at NICCS@hq.dhs.gov.