Course Description
Module 1: Security Fundamentals
The Information Security Cycle
Information Security Controls
Authentication Methods
Cryptography Fundamentals
Security Policy Fundamentals
Module 1: Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
Social Engineering
Physical Threats and Vulnerabilities
Network-Based Threats
Wireless Threats and Vulnerabilities
Software Based Threats
Module 2: Network Security
Network Devices and Technologies
Network Design Elements and Components
Implement Networking Protocols
Apply Network Security Administration Principles
Secure Wireless Traffic
Module 3: Managing Application, Data, and Host Security
Establish Device/Host Security
Application Security
Data Security
Mobile Security
Module 4: Access Control, Authentication, and Account Management
Access Control and Authentication Services
Implement Account Management Security Controls
Module 5: Managing Certificates
Install a CA Hierarchy
Enroll Certificates
Secure Network Traffic by Using Certificates
Renew Certificates
Revoke Certificates
Back Up and Restore Certificates and Private Keys
Module 6: Compliance and Operational Security
Physical Security
Legal Compliance
Security Awareness and Training
Module 7: Risk Management
Risk Analysis
Implement Vulnerability Assessment Tools and Techniques
Scan for Vulnerabilities
Mitigation and Deterrent Techniques
Module 8: Managing Security Incidents
Respond to Security Incidents
Recover from a Security Incident
Module 9: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
Business Continuity
Plan for Disaster Recovery
Execute DRPs and Procedures
Audience
This course is designed for 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.