• Prepare for the CompTIA Security+ exam
• Confidently explain and define an array of security vulnerabilities
• Navigate the complexities of secure system and network design
• Explore the defensive measures like PKI, firewalls and IDS
• Implement robust identity management and access control

Introduction to the CompTIA Security+ Exam

• The five domains of knowledge
• Expected level of expertise
• Assessing initial readiness

Threats, Attacks and Vulnerabilities

• Compare adn contrast types of attacks
• Explore threat actor types and vectors
• Explain penetration testing and vulnerabillity scanning concepts
• Identify key attack indicators

Architecture and Design

• Deploy secure application designs across an enterprise
• Develop and deploy secure applications with trusted frameworks
• Defend embedded systems, cloud assets and virtualised servers
• Analyse confidentiality and nonrepudiation cryptography requirements

Implementation

• Install and configure network protocols
• Identify effective host and application security solutions
• Implement authentication and authorisation solutions with PKI
• Secure wireless and mobile communications against breaches

Operations and Incident Response

• Respond to alerts and alarms to identity and mitigate threats
• Design and enact effective policies, processes, and procedures
• Utilise tools and data sources to support incident investigations
• Identify key elements of an incident to conduct a forensic investigation

Governance, Risk and Compliance

• Explain the importance of policies, plans and procedures
• Summarise regulations, standards, and frameworks to enhance security
• Explore risk management for a stronger security posture
• Carry out best practises for data security and privacy compliance

Preparing for the examination

• Getting ready for the exam
• Handling difficult questions
• Utilising additional study guides
• Final review and assessment
• Taking a complete practise exam

• Information Technology (IT) professionals who have networking and administrative responsibilities
• Anyone who wants to further their career in IT by acquiring foundational knowledge of security topics