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CompTIA Security +

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Course Objectives

In this course, you will implement, monitor, and troubleshoot infrastructure, application, information, and operational security.

You will:

Identify the fundamental concepts of computer security.
Identify security threats and vulnerabilities.
Manage data, application, and host security.
Implement network security.
Identify and implement access control and account management security measures.
Manage certificates.
Identify and implement compliance and operational security measures.
Manage risk.
Troubleshoot and manage security incidents.
Plan for business continuity and disaster recovery

Who Should Attend?

This course is targeted toward the information technology (IT) professional who has networking and administrative skills in Windows®-based Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networks; familiarity with other operating systems, such as Mac OS X®, Unix, or Linux; and who wants to further a career in IT by acquiring foundational knowledge of security topics; prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification examination; or use Security+ as the foundation for advanced security certifications or career roles.

Pre-requisite

To ensure your success in your course, you should possess basic Windows user skills and a fundamental understanding of computer and networking concepts. You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking one of the following courses:

Using Microsoft® Windows® 8.1Microsoft® Windows® 8.1 Transition from Windows® 7 CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications, or equivalent knowledge, and six to nine months experience in networking, including configuring security parameters, are strongly recommended.

Module 1: Security Fundamentals