Overview
This course prepares students to understand the core fundamentals of cybersecurity and be able to apply this knowledge as a cybersecurity professional in various IT roles and environments. Lessons cover security fundamentals such as Network security architecture concepts - CIA triad, defense in depth; Network monitoring - IoC, Pen testing concepts, ports, and protocols; Types of attacks - network, application, social engineering, malware and types of attackers; Security controls – physical, hardware, authentication, PKI, access and administrative; Encryption – algorithms, use of, protecting data; Risk – types, vulnerabilities, assessments, preparedness, response; Wireless – standards, encryption and authentication, technologies, infrastructure, and types of attacks; and Mobile – types of devices, deployment models, monitoring, and defense against attacks. Throughout the course, you will be able to apply skills learned through a variety of physical and virtual labs, test yourself with quizzes, and be able to review content through the use of videos on each topic. Upon completion of all course materials and self-study, you will be prepared for the CompTIA Security+ examination (Exam SYO-601).
Learning Options
This course is an in-person instructor-led and virtual instructor-led course.
Why you should take this course
Today's security job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills, and the information and activities in this course help you build your computer security skill set so you can confidently perform your duties in security-related roles.
Who should take this course
IT professionals with networking and administrative skills in Windows®-based Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networks; familiarity with other operating systems, such as macOS®, Unix®, or Linux®; to further an IT career.
What You'll learn
You will learn and use fundamental security principles to install and configure cybersecurity controls and participate in incident response and risk mitigation.
Prerequisites
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