CompTIA Security+
HOST Computer Services Ltd
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The CompTIA Security+ course & exam will certify that the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to identify risk, to participate in risk mitigation activities, and to provide infrastructure, application, information, and operational security. In addition, the successful candidate will apply security controls to maintain confidentiality, integrity, and availability, identify appropriate technologies and products, troubleshoot security events and incidents, and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations.
Description
Upon course completion, students should be able to:
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Identify network attack strategies and defence
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Understand the principles of organizational security and the elements of effective security policies
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Know the technologies and uses of cryptographic standards and products
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Identify network- and host-based security technologies and practices
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Describe how wireless and remote access security is enforced
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Describe the standards and products used to enforce security on web and communications technologies
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Identify strategies for ensuring business continuity, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery
Topics
- Security Threats and Controls
- Network security
- Cryptography and Access Control
- Host, Data, and Application Security
- Operational Security
Who is this course for?
Ideally, you should have successfully completed the "CompTIA Network+ Support Skills" course and have around 24 months' experience of networking support or IT administration. It is not necessary that you pass the Network+ exam before completing Security+ certification, but it is recommended
Regardless of whether you have passed Network+, it is recommended that you have the following skills and knowledge before starting this course
- Know the function and basic features of the components of a PC.
- Use Windows to create and manage files and use basic administrative features (Explorer, Control Panel and Management Consoles).
- Know basic network terminology and functions (such as OSI Model, Topology, Ethernet, TCP/IP, switches, routers)
- Understand TCP/IP addressing, core protocols, and troubleshooting tools
Requirements
CompTIA Security+ is aimed at IT professionals with job roles such as security architect, security engineer, security consultant/specialist, information assurance technician, security administrator, systems administrator, and network administrator
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