MMSTECH023: CompTIA Security+
Overview:
The CompTIA® Security+® (2011 Objectives) course is designed to help you prepare for the SY0-301 exam. Students will implement and monitor security on networks, applications, and operating systems, and respond to security breaches.
Outline:
Lesson 1: Security Fundamentals
- Information Security Cycle
- Information Security Controls
- Authentication Methods
- Cryptography Fundamentals
- Security Policy Fundamentals
Lesson 2: Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
- Social Engineering
- Physical Threats and Vulnerabilities
- Network-Based Threats
- Wireless Threats and Vulnerabilities
- Software Based Threats
Lesson 3: Network Security
- Network Devices and Technologies
- Network Design Elements and Components
- Implement Networking Protocols
- Apply Network Security Administration Principles
- Secure Wireless Traffic
Lesson 4: Managing Application, Data and Host Security
- Establish Device/Host Security
- Application Security
- Data Security
- Mobile Security
Lesson 5: Access Control, Authentication, and Account Management
- Access Control and Authentication Services
- Implement Account Management Security Controls
Lesson 6: Managing Certificates
- Install a Certificate Authority (CA) Hierarchy
- Enroll Certificates
- Secure Network Traffic by Using Certificates
- Renew Certificates
- Revoke Certificates
- Back Up and Restore Certificates and Private Keys
- Restore Certificates and Private Keys
Lesson 7: Compliance and Operational Security
- Physical Security
- Legal Compliance
- Security Awareness and Training
Lesson 8: Risk Management
- Risk Analysis
- Implement Vulnerability Assessment Tools and Techniques
- Scan for Vulnerabilities
- Mitigation and Deterrent Techniques
Lesson 9: Managing Security Incidents
- Respond to Security Incidents
- Recover from a Security Incident
Lesson 10: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
- Business Continuity
- Plan for Disaster Recovery
- Execute Disaster Recovery Plans and Procedures
