Course Description
This course provides a review of topics and exam preparation for the CompTIA Security+ Exam. The Security+ exam validates knowledge and understanding of foundation level security standards. It is an international vendor-neutral security certification widely used to demonstrate both compliance and competence in the security industry. The course reviews all areas of the Security+ exam including systems security, network infrastructure, access control, assessments and audits, cryptography and organizational security, the application and testing process, as well as key test topics and practice questions.
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Security+ Application Process
Security+ Testing Process
Security+ Preparation
Networking Basics and Terminology
Introduction to Security Terminology
Security Policies and Standards
Types of Attacks
System Security Threats
Mitigating Security Threats
Implementing System Security
Securing the Network Infrastructure
Wireless Networking and Security
Authentication
Access Control
Introduction to Cryptography
Managing a Public Key Infrastructure
Physical Security
Risk Analysis
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
Introduction to Computer Forensics
Security Assessment and Audits
Understanding Monitoring and Auditing
CompTIA Security+ Certification provides a global benchmark for best practices in IT security across all vendor products. The performance-based certification validates knowledge of network security, compliance and operational security, threats and vulnerabilities, application, data and host security and identity management.
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