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CompTIA Security+ Bootcamp Price: $2,395

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CompTIA’s Security+ training is a must for IT Professionals just beginning to focus their careers towards computer security. This certification course can be taken either in-person or through our live virtual classroom, making it easily accessible to professionals around the world. The 5-day training course will cover foundational principles vital for understanding how to secure a network, manage risk and ultimately prepare students for their certification exam.

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CompTIA Security+ Course Includes:

  • 5-Day Training with a Security+ Certified Instructor & CompTIA Platinum Partner Training Center 
  • Security+ Courseware 
  • Security+ Practice Exams (60 Days) 
  • Security+ Labs (6 Months)
  • Security+ Reading Plan
  • Security+ Instructor Slides (60 Days) 
  • Security+ Study Clip Videos (60 Days)  
  • Online Mentoring (6 Months) 
  • Pre and Post Assessments
  • Detailed Reporting on Security+ Exam Readiness - Located In Your Indiualized Student Learning Portal 
  • Security+ Onsite Exam Scheduling 
  • Security+ Exam Voucher with Second Chance Voucher Included 
  • Certificate of Completion for up to 40 CEUs/CPEs to be used toward renewing relevant certifcations 
  • Security+ Course Retake Guarantee 
  • Save up to 30% off AVIS rental cars
  • Full breakfast with variety of bagels, fruits, yogurt, doughnuts and juice*
  • Tea, coffee, and soda available throughout the day*
  • Freshly baked cookies every afternoon* - *only at participating locations

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for CompTIA Security+

What is a CompTIA Security+ certification?

CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized certification that validates an individual's core security skills needed to pursue a career in IT security. 

What is the passing score for the CompTIA Security+ certification? 

To pass the CompTIA Security+ exam, you must earn 750 or higher on a 100-900 scale. 

How long is the CompTIA Security+ certification valid for? 

CompTIA Security+ is valid for 3 years after earning it. It can be renewed for another three years if the certification holder maintains his/her required continuing education units.  

Click here to learn the different ways CEUs can be earned and applied to your Security+ certification. 

What is the average salary with a CompTIA Security+ certification? 

$59,000 annually. 

What jobs can you get with your CompTIA Security+ certification?

  • Systems Administrator 
  • Security Administrator 
  • Security Specialist 
  • Security Engineeer
  • Network Administrator 
  • Junior IT/Pen Tester 
  • Security Consultant 

Course Outline

Understanding Security Fundamentals

  • Information Security Cycle
  • Information Security Controls
  • Using Authentication
  • Cryptography
  • Establishing Security Policies

Vulnerabilities & Threats

  • What is Social Engineering
  • Physical Threats
  • Network Threats
  • Software Threats
  • Wireless Threats

Network Security

  • Network Technology and Devices
  • Network Design and Architecture
  • Network Protocol Implementation
  • Wireless Traffic Security
  • Implementing Network Security Administration Policies and Practices

Application, Data, & Host Security Management

  • Application Security
  • Data Security
  • Host and Device Security
  • Mobile Security

Authentication, Access Control, Managing Accounts

  • Authentication
  • Access Control
  • Security Controls for Account Management

Certificate Management

  • Certificate Enrollment
  • CA Hierarchy Installation
  • Network Traffic Security with Certificates
  • Renewing and Revoking Certificates
  • Backing Up and Restoration of Certification/Private Keys

Risk Management

  • Using Risk Analysis
  • Implementing Vulnerability Tools/Methodologies
  • Vulnerability Scanning
  • Methods for Mitigation and Deterrent

Security Incident Management

  • Security Incident Response
  • Security Incident Recovery

Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

  • Ensuring Business Continuity
  • Disaster Recovery Planning
  • DRP Use and Procedures

Objectives

CompTIA Security+ Course Objectives: 

  • Identify network attack strategies and defenses
  • Understand the principles of organizational security and the elements of effective security policies
  • Know the technologies and uses of cryptographic standards and products
  • Identify network- and host-based security technologies and practices
  • Describe how wireless and remote access security is enforced
  • Describe the standards and products used to enforce security on the web and communications technologies
  • Identify strategies for ensuring business continuity, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery

Class Exam

Security+ certification exam details include:

  • Exam SY0-501
  • Number of Questions: 90 multiple choice
  • Performance-based questions
  • Passing Score: 750 on scale of 100-900
  • Test Duration: 90 minutes
  • Format - Multiple Choice
  • Delivery - Pearson VUE
  • Price - $339

Exam focuses on these skill areas:

  • Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities - 12%
  • Tools and Technologies - 22%
  • Architecture and Design - 15%
  • Identity and Access Management - 16%
  • Risk Management - 14%
  • Cyptography and PKI - 12%

Phoenix TS is an authorized Pearson VUE testing center located in Columbia, MD. You can register to take your CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam at the Phoenix TS testing center by going to the Pearson VUE website or by giving us call.

 

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