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Security+ Certification

CompTIA Security+ validates knowledge of communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, operational security, and general security concepts. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification that is taught at colleges, universities and commercial training centers around the world.

Course Overview

Overall Proficiency Level
2 - Intermediate
Course Catalog Number
SPLS-0-0600
Course Prerequisites

While there is no required prerequisite, A+ and/or Network+ certification is recommended before taking the Security+ exam.

Training Purpose
Functional Development
Specific Audience
All
Delivery Method
Classroom
Course Location

28600 Southfield Rd
Suite 103
Lathrup Village, MI 58076

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Learning Objectives

The Security+ exam covers the most important foundational principles for securing a network and managing risk. Access control, identity management and cryptography are important topics on the exam, as well as selection of appropriate mitigation and deterrent techniques to address network attacks and vulnerabilities. Security concerns associated with cloud computing, BYOD and SCADA are addressed in the SY0-401 exam.

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. 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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