CompTIA Security+

Lay a solid foundation for a career in cybersecurity.

5 daysIntermediate10 modulesCompTIA Security+

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Overview

About this course

Lay a solid foundation for a career in cybersecurity. Over five days you will master security controls and threat intelligence, assessments, identity and access, secure network architecture, endpoint, mobile and cloud security, data protection, operations and governance, preparing for CompTIA Security+.

What you'll learn

Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and implement effective solutions
Secure hybrid environments including cloud, mobile, and IoT systems
Apply governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) principles within IT operations
Monitor systems, analyze threats, and respond to security incidents
Use cryptography, IAM, and network security tools to protect sensitive data

Curriculum

10 modules

Compare security roles and responsibilities across IT and cybersecurity teams.
Differentiate between preventive, detective, and corrective security controls.
Identify threat actors, attack vectors, and cyber threat intelligence sources.
Understand security frameworks and compliance requirements that guide cybersecurity best practices.

Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify security gaps.
Recognize social engineering attacks, phishing tactics, and malware threats.
Explain cryptographic principles, including encryption, hashing, and digital signatures.
Implement cryptographic techniques to secure data and communications.

Deploy authentication methods, including passwords, multifactor authentication (MFA), and biometrics.
Manage identity and access controls to enforce least privilege and role-based access.
Implement Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) for certificate-based security.

Design and implement secure network architectures (DMZ, segmentation, zero trust).
Configure and deploy network security appliances such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and VPNs.
Use secure network protocols (TLS, SSH, IPsec) to protect data in transit.
Implement wireless security best practices, including encryption and access controls.

Deploy endpoint security solutions, including anti-malware, host-based firewalls, and patch management.
Implement secure mobile device management (MDM) policies for BYOD environments.
Apply secure coding practices to prevent software vulnerabilities and exploits.
Configure cloud security controls to protect virtualized environments and cloud workloads.

Explain data classification, storage, and encryption methods to safeguard sensitive information.
Implement data loss prevention (DLP) strategies to prevent unauthorized access and exfiltration.
Understand privacy laws and compliance requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.

Develop an incident response plan, including identification, containment, eradication, and recovery.
Utilize forensic tools and techniques to analyze security breaches and collect digital evidence.
Follow legal and regulatory considerations for handling security incidents and investigations.

Apply risk management concepts such as risk assessment, mitigation, and acceptance.
Implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies to maintain cyber resilience.
Strengthen system and network defenses against evolving threats through proactive security measures.

Understand physical security controls such as surveillance, access badges, and secure facilities.
Implement hardware security solutions, including secure boot and hardware encryption.
Apply personnel security best practices, such as security awareness training and insider threat mitigation.

Evaluate knowledge and skills with practice exams that simulate the CompTIA Security+ certification test environment.
Identify areas for improvement and review key concepts to ensure readiness

Who it's for

IT professionals starting a cybersecurity career, including network and system administrators.

Before you start

At least 2 years of IT administration experience with a security focus
The CompTIA Network+ certification

Certification

Prepares for

CompTIA

CompTIA Security+

SY0-701

1 course

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Diplomas

Part of these Alalamia diplomas

Alalamia Diploma in Cybersecurity Analysis

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