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Course Overview
Phoenix TS Security+ study guide and accelerated course provides participants with preparation for the Security+ certification exam. Participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to protect computers and networks from theft, destruction of information, or disruption of communication.
Our 5-day instructor-led Security+ training and certification boot camp in Washington, DC Metro, Tysons Corner, VA, Columbia, MD or Live Online is aimed at IT security professionals and will teach you the basics of network security. By the end of this course, you will be able to secure a network, identify and mitigate risks, and manage access control. This course will teach the skills needed to:
- Assess the cybersecurity posture of an enterprise environment
- Recommend and implement appropriate cybersecurity solutions
- Monitor and secure hybrid environments
- Operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies
- Identify, analyze and respond to cybersecurity events and incidents
This course will fully prepare you for the CompTIA Security+ Certification exam.
Prerequisites
You should have at least two years of network experience and a working knowledge of security concepts. It is also recommended that you have the CompTIA® Network+ Certification.
Schedule
Currently, there are no public classes scheduled. Please contact a Phoenix TS Training Consultant to discuss hosting a private class at 301-258-8200.
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Course Outline
Security Fundamentals
- Security concepts
- Risk management
- Vulnerability assessment
Understanding Attacks
- Understanding attackers
- Social engineering
- Malware
- Network attacks
- Application attacks
Cryptography
- Cryptography concepts
- Public key infrastructure
Network Fundamentals
- Network components
- Network addressing
- Network ports and applications
Securing Networks
- Network security components
- Transport encryption
- Hardening networks
- Monitoring and detection
Securing Hosts And Data
- Securing hosts
- Securing data
- Mobile device security
Securing Network Services
- Securing applications
- Virtual and cloud systems
Authentication
- Authentication factors
- Authentication protocols
Access Control
- Access control principles
- Account management
Organizational Security
- Security policies
- User training
- Physical security and safety
Disaster Planning And Recovery
- Business continuity
- Fault tolerance and recovery
- Incident response
Exam Information
Security+ Certification Exam Details:
- Exam code: SY0-601
- Number of questions: 90
- Question types: multiple choice
- Passing score: 750 on scale of 100-900
- Test duration: 90 minutes
- Delivery – Pearson VUE
- Price – $370
Exam focuses on these skill areas:
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Domain |
Percentage Weight |
|
Attacks, Threats and Vulnerabilities |
24% |
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Architecture and Design |
21% |
|
Implementation |
25% |
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Operations and Incident Response |
16% |
|
Governance, Risk and Compliance |
14% |
CompTIA Security+ Follow On Courses
After earning CompTIA Security+ training, cybersecurity professionals can take the next step by pursuing an intermediate skills-level cybersecurity certification, such as CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) or CompTIA PenTest+.
IT pros can pursue CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) to prove their mastery of cybersecurity skills required at the 5- to 10-year experience level. CASP+ is the pinnacle of cybersecurity certifications and includes performance-based questions.
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Security+ Certification Training FAQs
According to payscale.com, the average salary for professionals with their CompTIA Security+ Certification is $73,000 annually.
Northrop Grumman, Nationwide and Brotherhood Mutual are a few of the organizations who contributed to and support the CompTIA Security+ Training Certification as a validation of core cyber security skills.
This certification is ideal for systems administrators, security administrators, security specialists, security engineers, network administrators, security consultants and IT auditors.
This certification is valid for three years, after which time you can renew it by submitting a minimum of 50 continuing education units. You can learn more about how to renew your Security+ Certification on on our blog.
The SYO -601 is scheduled to launch Mid November.
SYO – 501 will retire on July 31, 2021.
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