CompTIA Security+ SY0-501
Target Audience
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.
Course Prerequisites
Students should meet the following criteria prior to taking the course:
- It is recommended that participants complete the CompTIA Network+ certification course and exam and have 12 - 24 months experience of networking support, help desk or IT administration
- Know the functions and features of a PC operating system
- Know basic network terminology and functions (such as OSI Model, Topology, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, switches, routers)
- Understand TCP/IP addressing, core protocols, and troubleshooting tools
Module 1 / Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities
- Indicators of Compromise
- Critical Security Controls
- Security Posture Assessment Tools
- Incident Response
Module 2 / Identity and Access Management
- Cryptography
- Public Key Infrastructure
- Identification and Authentication
- Identity and Access Services
- Account Management
Module 3 / Architecture and Design (1)
- Secure Network Design
- Firewalls and Load Balancers
- IDS and SIEM
- Secure Wireless Access
- Physical Security Controls
Module 4 / Architecture and Design (2)
- Secure Protocols and Services
- Secure Remote Access
- Secure Systems Design
- Secure Mobile Device Services
- Secure Virtualization and Cloud Services
Module 5 / Risk Management
- Forensics
- Disaster Recovery and Resiliency
- Risk Management
- Secure Application Development
- Organizational Security
