CompTIA Security+ Exam SY0-301

Instructor led, group-paced, classroom-delivery learning model with structured hands-on activities.

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 and familiarity with other operating systems, such as Mac OS X, Unix, or Linux, and who wants to further a career in IT by acquiring a 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.

Basic Windows skills and a fundamental understanding of computer and networking concepts are required. Students can obtain this level of skill and knowledge by taking one or both of the following:

• Using Microsoft Windows 8
• Microsoft Windows 8 Transition from Windows 7

CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications, or equivalent knowledge, and six to nine months experience in networking, including experience configuring and managing TCP/IP, are strongly recommended. Students can obtain this level of skill and knowledge by taking any of the following:

• CompTIA® A+® Certification: A Comprehensive Approach (Exams 220-801 and 220-802)
• CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-005)

 If you intend to pass the CompTIA Security+ (Exam SY0-301) Certification examination, this course can be a significant part of your preparation. But certification is not the only key to professional success in the field of computer security. Today's job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills, and the information and activities in this course can help you build your computer security skill set so that you can confidently perform your duties in any security-related professional role.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Security Fundamentals
• Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
• Network Security
• Managing Application, Data, and Host Security
• Access Control, Authentication, and Account Management
• Managing Certificates
• Compliance and Operational Security
• Risk Management
• Managing Security Incidents
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning

Lesson 1: Security Fundamentals

Topic A: The Information Security Cycle
Topic B: Information Security Controls
Topic C: Authentication Methods
Topic D: Cryptography Fundamentals
Topic E: Security Policy Fundamentals

Lesson 2: Security Threats and Vulnerabilities

Topic A: Social Engineering
Topic B: Physical Threats and Vulnerabilities
Topic C: Network-Based Threats
Topic D: Wireless Threats and Vulnerabilities
Topic E: Software-Based Threats

Lesson 3: Network Security

Topic A: Network Devices and Technologies
Topic B: Network Design Elements and Components
Topic C: Implement Networking Protocols
Topic D: Apply Network Security Administration Principles
Topic E: Secure Wireless Traffic

Lesson 4: Managing Application, Data, and Host Security

Topic A: Establish Device/Host Security
Topic B: Application Security
Topic C: Data Security
Topic D: Mobile Security

Lesson 5: Access Control, Authentication, and Account Management

Topic A: Access Control and Authentication Services
Topic B: Implement Account Management Security Controls

Lesson 6: Managing Certificates

Topic A: Install a CA Hierarchy
Topic B: Enroll Certificates
Topic C: Secure Network Traffic by Using Certificates
Topic D: Renew Certificates
Topic E: Revoke Certificates
Topic F: Back Up and Restore Certificates and Private Keys

Lesson 7: Compliance and Operational Security

Topic A: Physical Security
Topic B: Legal Compliance
Topic C: Security Awareness and Training

Lesson 8: Risk Management

Topic A: Risk Analysis
Topic B: Implement Vulnerability Assessment Tools and Techniques
Topic C: Scan for Vulnerabilities
Topic D: Mitigation and Deterrent Techniques

Lesson 9: Managing Security Incidents

Topic A: Respond to Security Incidents
Topic B: Recover from a Security Incident

Lesson 10: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning

Topic A: Business Continuity
Topic B: Plan for Disaster Recovery
Topic C: Execute DRPs and Procedures

Infero Training Ltd is based in the Lace Market in Nottingham. Training courses take place at the following locations including Nottingham, Derby, Loughborough, Mansfield, Chesterfield, Burton-on-Trent, Lincoln, Leicester, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent, Tamworth, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Birmingham, Solihul, Coventry, Nuneaton, Peterborough, Grantham.