The CompTIA Security+ certification course is suitable for students interested in network security and its relationship to other IT areas. It provides a broad introduction to computer and network security. It also provides the knowledge needed to implement security and a foundation for further study of more specific security areas. It’s ideal for those working in database development and administration, as well as those administering network devices and infrastructures.
Students taking this course should be familiar with personal computers and the use of a keyboard and a mouse. Furthermore, this course assumes that students have completed
the following courses or have equivalent experience:
- CompTIA A+ Certification
- CompTIA Network+ Certification
After completing the CompTIA Security+ course, you will know how to:
- Mitigate threats to network security through core system maintenance, implement virus and spyware management tools, secure Web browsers, and identify social engineering threats.
- Identify cryptography concepts including algorithms, public keys, security certificates, and single- and dual-sided certificates.
- Implement authentication systems such as one-, two-, and three-factor authentication, prevent password cracking, and use authentication such as Kerberos and CHAP.
- Secure e-mail and messaging services.
- Create security policies to secure file and print resources.
- Install, enable, and configure public key infrastructure.
- Install and configure security systems including biometric systems, physical access controls, as well as access to peripherals, computer components, and storage devices.
- Assess vulnerability to security attacks against TCP/IP ports and protocols.
- Configure intranet and extranet security zones and use virtualization to protect network security, as well as identify common threats against network devices.
- Implement a secure wireless network.
- Create a secure remote access network using RADIUS, TACACS, LDAP, and VPNs.
- Use auditing, logging, and monitoring techniques to maintain a secure network.
- Conduct security risks and vulnerability assessment using IPS, IDS, MBSA, and OVAL tools.
- Establish organizational security through organizational policies, education and training, and the proper disposal and destruction of IT equipment.
- Create a business continuity plan that prepares the organization to deal with security threats and natural disasters.