Course Information

Course CodeSecurity+
Fee£995 (Exclusive of VAT)
DurationFive Days
Delivery FormatInstructor-led
Scheduled Dates:
Aug 10 Sept 10 Oct 10 Nov 10 Dec 10 Jan 11 Feb 11 Mar 11 Apr 11 May 11
9 - - - 6 - - 14 - -

Introduction

CompTIA Security+ validates knowledge of communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, operational security, and general security concepts. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification that is taught at colleges, universities and commercial training centers around the world. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Security+ candidates have at least two years on-the-job networking experience, with an emphasis on security. The CompTIA Network+ certification is also recommended.

Audience

The audience for this course is typically an Information Technology (IT) professional who has networking and administrative skills in Windows-based TCP/IP networks and familiarity with other operating systems, such as NetWare, Macintosh, UNIX/Linux, and OS/2. The learner will want to acquire 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.

Completion

Prerequisites

Before attending this course, students must have completed CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+ certifications or have equivalent knowledge and ideally possess 6 to 9 months experience in networking, including experience configuring and managing TCP/IP.

Examinations

The course will help prepare the learner for the CompTIA Security+ examination.

Materials

A comprehensive CompTIA authorised student manual and other learning materials are provided.

Course Outline

Identify Security Threats

Harden Internal Systems and Services

Harden Internetwork Devices and Services

Secure Network Communications

Manage Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Manage Certificates

Enforce Organisational Security Policy

Monitor The Security Infrastructure