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CompTIA Security+® Training

Course 446

Duration: 5 days
Exam Voucher: Yes
Language: English
29 CompTIA CEUs
29 NASBA CPE Credits (live, in-class training only)
Level: Intermediate

Looking to advance your career in information security? Look no further than CompTIA Security+ Training. This comprehensive course covers everything you need to know to pass the CompTIA Security+ SY0-601 certification exam and become an information system security best practices expert.

Gain a deep understanding of systems and network security, network infrastructure, access control, assessments and audits, cryptography, and organizational security. You'll also receive a CompTIA Security+ exam voucher, study guide, and practice questions to help you prepare.

With on-demand, online, and in-person training options, you can choose the delivery method that works best for you. And if you're looking for even more in-depth training, the Premium Blended Training and On-Demand Training Bundles offer annual access to a wealth of additional content and resources. So don't wait any longer to take your career to the next level - enroll in CompTIA Security+ Training today.

CompTIA Security+ Training Delivery Methods

In-Person
Online
On-Demand

CompTIA Security+ Training Information

In this Security+ course, you will learn how to:

Receive a Security+ exam voucher, study guide, and practice questions.
Confidently explain and define security vulnerabilities.
Navigate the complexities of secure systems and network design.
Explore defensive measures like PKI, firewalls, and IDS.
Implement robust identity management and access control.
Gain access to an exclusive LinkedIn group for community support.
Continue learning and face new challenges with after-course one-on-one instructor coaching.

Security+ Training Prerequisites

Before taking this course, you should know about networking and have a background in information assurance.

Security+ Certification Information

Passing the CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam meets U.S. DoD Directive 8570.01 Management Level-I and Technical Level-II requirements.

CompTIA Security+ Instructor-Led Training Outline

Module 1: Introduction to the CompTIA Security+ Exam

In this module, you will learn about:

The five domains of knowledge
Expected level of expertise
Assessing initial readiness

Module 2: Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities

In this module, you will:

Compare and contrast types of attacks
Explore threat actor types and vectors
Explain penetration testing and vulnerability scanning concepts
Identify key attack indicators

Module 3: Architecture and Design

In this module, you will learn how to:

Deploy secure application designs across an enterprise
Develop and deploy secure applications with trusted frameworks
Defend embedded systems, cloud assets, and virtualized servers
Analyze confidentiality and nonrepudiation cryptography requirements

Module 4: Implementation

In this module, you will learn how to:

Install and configure network protocols
Identify effective host and application security solutions
Implement authentication and authorization solutions with PKI
Secure wireless and mobile communications against breaches

Module 5: Operations and Incident Response

In this module, you will learn how to:

Respond to alerts and alarms to identify and mitigate threats
Design and enact effective policies, processes, and procedures
Utilize tools and data sources to support incident investigations
Identify key elements of an incident to conduct a forensic investigation

Module 6: Governance, Risk, and Compliance

In this module, you will learn how to:

Explain the importance of policies, plans, and procedures
Summarize regulations, standards, and frameworks to enhance security
Explore risk management for a more robust security posture
Carry out best practices for data security and privacy compliance

Module 7: Preparing for the Examination

In this module, you will learn how to:

Get ready for the exam
Handle difficult questions
Utilize additional study guides
Go over a final review and assessment
Take a complete practice exam

CompTIA Security+ Premium Blended Training

Security+ Premium Blended Training Benefits

You get annual access to the following:

On-Demand CompTIA Security+ course content.
Unlimited retakes of our five-day instructor-led course 446, CompTIA Security+® Training.
Official CompTIA courseware, labs, and practice exams.
Support from the course instructor.

Security+ Premium On-Demand Course List

CompTIA IT Fundamentals - FC0-U51
CompTIA A+ - 220-901
CompTIA A+ - 220-902
CompTIA Accelerated A+ - 220-901 / 220-902
CompTIA Network+ (2016) - N10-006
CompTIA Network+ - N10-007
CompTIA Accelerated Network+ - N10-007
CompTIA Security+ - SY0-401
CompTIA Security+ (2017) - SY0-601
CompTIA Accelerated Security+ (2020)
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) - CS0-001
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) (2016) - CAS-002
CompTIA Linux+ (Powered by LPI - LX0-103 / LX0-104)
CompTIA Cloud+ - CV0-001
CompTIA Project+ (2016) - PK0-004
CompTIA Server+

Security+ Premium Instructor-Led Training Outline

Module 1: Introduction to the CompTIA Security+ Exam

In this module, you will learn about:
The five domains of knowledge
The expected level of expertise
Assessing initial readiness

Module 2: Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities

In this module, you will:
Compare and contrast types of attacks
Explore threat actor types and vectors
Explain penetration testing and vulnerability scanning concepts
Identify key attack indicators

Module 3: Architecture and Design

In this module, you will learn how to:
Deploy secure application designs across an enterprise
Develop and deploy secure applications with trusted frameworks
Defend embedded systems, cloud assets, and virtualized servers
Analyze confidentiality and nonrepudiation cryptography requirements

Module 4: Implementation

In this module, you will learn how to:
Install and configure network protocols
Identify effective host and application security solutions
Implement authentication and authorization solutions with PKI
Secure wireless and mobile communications against breaches

Module 5: Operations and Incident Response

In this module, you will learn how to:
Respond to alerts and alarms to identify and mitigate threats
Design and enact effective policies, processes, and procedures
Utilize tools and data sources to support incident investigations
Identify critical elements of an incident to conduct a forensic investigation

Module 6: Governance, Risk, and Compliance

In this module, you will learn how to:
Explain the importance of policies, plans, and procedures
Summarize regulations, standards, and frameworks to enhance security
Explore risk management for a more robust security posture
Carry out best practices for data security and privacy compliance

Module 7: Preparing for the Examination

In this module, you will learn how to:
Get ready for the exam
Handle difficult questions
Utilize additional study guides
Go over a final review and assessment
Take a complete practice exam

CompTIA Security+ On-Demand Training Bundle

On-Demand Training Benefits

You get annual access to:

On-demand CompTIA Security+ course content
Official courseware, labs, and practice exams

Whenever you're ready, we'll connect you with one of our SMEs so you can get one-on-one assistance from a practicing Security+ expert.

CompTIA Security+ On-Demand Course List

CompTIA IT Fundamentals - FC0-U51
CompTIA A+ - 220-901
CompTIA A+ - 220-902
CompTIA Accelerated A+ - 220-901 / 220-902
CompTIA Network+ (2016) - N10-006
CompTIA Network+ - N10-007
CompTIA Accelerated Network+ - N10-007
CompTIA Security+ - SY0-401
CompTIA Security+ (2017) - SY0-601
CompTIA Accelerated Security+ (2020)
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) - CS0-001
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) (2016) - CAS-002
CompTIA Linux+ (Powered by LPI - LX0-103 / LX0-104)
CompTIA Cloud+ - CV0-001
CompTIA Project+ (2016) - PK0-004
CompTIA Server+

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CompTIA Security+ Training FAQs

The CompTIA Security+ certification is a vendor-neutral certification recognized worldwide as a benchmark for information system security best practices. Earning a Security+ certification demonstrates your knowledge of information security topics, such as systems and network security, access control, assessments and audits, cryptography, and organizational security.

In this Security+ course, you will learn how to confidently explain and define security vulnerabilities, navigate the complexities of secure systems and network design, explore defensive measures like PKI, firewalls, and IDS, implement robust identity management and access control, and more.

Before taking this course, you should have a strong understanding of networking fundamentals and a background in information assurance.

CompTIA Security+ training is available in-person, online, and on-demand.

You get annual access to on-demand CompTIA Security+ course content, unlimited retakes of our five-day instructor-led course 446, CompTIA Security+ Training, official CompTIA courseware, labs, and practice exams, and support from the course instructor.

To earn this certification, you must take and pass the CompTIA exam SY0-601. Exam vouchers are available upon request and are included in the tuition price.

Yes. You will receive a CompTIA Security+ Study Guide included in your tuition.

This course includes a voucher for the CompTIA Security+ exam. The Exam voucher is available upon request, call or email our customer service team, and they will be happy to provide your exam voucher.

Learning Tree makes the exam voucher available at the request of the students. Recipients will then register with a Pearson Vue center to take the exam at their convenience.

You will have 90 minutes to complete the 90-question Security+ certification exam. The questions are multiple-choice and performance-based. A passing score is 750 out of 900 possible points.

Follow these steps to schedule an in-person exam.

Yes. You will receive numerous practice exam questions. You can also purchase access to the Security Essentials Labs to reinforce your skills while practicing the CompTIA Security+ exam objectives.

You must earn 50 CompTIA CEUs over three years to maintain Security+ certification.

Log into your CompTIA account and submit your CEUs through their continuing education portals. Many Learning Tree courses are pre-approved for CompTIA CEUs.

Yes, passing the CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam meets U.S. DoD Directive 8570.01 Management Level-I and Technical Level-II requirements.

Once payment is received, you will receive an email from Learning Tree with all the links and information you need to get started.

An outline of the content you will receive can be seen above. In addition, you will also get access to any new on-demand content that becomes available during your annual enrollment period.

16 accredited practice exams across the CompTIA curriculum are included.

You will access 12 different lab bundles spanning Security+ and the CompTIA curriculum.

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