CompTIA Security+

If you’re looking to strengthen your competency in system security, network infrastructure, access control and organisational security, then the CompTIA Security+ certification is for you

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Why choose the CompTIA Security+?

If you’re keen to learn the intricacies in access control, identity management, and cryptography, then the CompTIA Security+ certification is perfect for you.

CompTIA Security+ certification covers network security, compliance and operation security, threats and vulnerabilities as well as application, data and host security.

The Security+ certification will prove that you have the skills to secure a network and deter hackers.

OverviewWhat you'll learnWhat's included

Course Guide

The key facts about your online training

Certification: CompTIA Security+

Study time: 30-40 hours

Vendor: CompTIA

Provider: Skillsoft

Student support: StudentCare™, Career Services and expert mentoring

Prerequisites: Either completed the CompTIA A+ and
Network+ or strong experience in computers and networking

Assessment: 1 x 90 minute exam (included), 90 multiple
choice and performance-based questions. Also includes practice exam and questions

Resources: Internet access and email

Ideal for: Network engineer, support technician, telecoms support engineer, network design, network administrators or IT managers

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Included in your modules

The Present Threat Landscape

Types Of Malware

Social Engineering And Related Attacks

Application And Service Attacks

Cryptographic And Wireless Attacks

Penetration Testing And Vulnerability Scanning

Impacts From Vulnerability Types

Components Supporting Organizational Security

Security Assessment Using Software Tools

Cryptography

Public Key Infrastructure

Wireless Security Settings

Analyzing Output From Security Technologies

Deploying Mobile Devices Securely

Implementing Secure Protocols

Troubleshooting Common Security Issues

Identity Concepts And Access Services

Identity And Access Management Controls

Common Account Management Practices

Frameworks, Guidelines, And Physical Security

Implement Secure Network Architecture Concepts

Secure System And Application Design And Deployment

Cloud, Virtualisation, And Resiliency Concepts

Policies, Plans, And Procedures

Business Impact Analysis And Risk Management

Incident Response, Forensics, Disaster Recovery and Security Controls

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12 months unlimited access

Expert mentors

Global community of peers

Test prep

Hands on interactive Practice Labs

Content approved by CompTIA

Award winning training used globally by leading corporate clients

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Salary Indicator

Salary Projection

Average salary after completing

Average Salary

IT Support Technician

£21k

Average Salary

You can earn

£40k

Average Salary

IT Director

£60k

High

Source: Adzuna

£40k

You can earn an average of £40,100.00 a year

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Salaries are up 7% for cyber security specialists in the past year, averaging at £57,000 per year

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Examines access control, identity management, cryptography, mitigation and deterrent techniques to address network attacks and vulnerabilities, and new concerns over cloud computing, BYOD and SCADA