Course Offerings

CompTIA Security is a widely recognized and well-respected certification in the IT industry that validates an individual's skills and knowledge in the field of cybersecurity. This vendor-neutral certification covers a broad range of security topics, including threat management, identity management, access control, cryptography, and network security. This Security training covers the essential knowledge and skills required to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks in modern IT environments. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts and best practices in cybersecurity, including the latest trends and emerging threats. It also teaches the fundamental principles of cybersecurity and enables students to implement security controls that protect against a wide range of attacks and vulnerabilities. By completing this Security course, learning the concepts contained therein, and mastering accompanying quizzes and tests, students will be well-prepared to take the Security certification exam. This course offers enrollment with a voucher. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the certifying exam upon eligibility. After completing the course, you can set up your own exam dates and times at a nearby testing center.

Course Objectives

Learn a broad range of security topics, including threat management, identity management, access control, cryptography, and network security.

Outline of Instruction

Security Fundamentals

Threat Management and Cybersecurity Resources

Threats and Attacks on Endpoints

Endpoint and Application Development Security

Cryptography

Public Key Infrastructure and Cryptographic Protocols

Mobile, Embedded, and Specialized Device Security

Networking Threats, Assessments, and Defenses

Network Security Appliances and Technologies

Cloud and Virtualization Security

Network Threats, Assessments, and Defenses

Authentication

Incident Preparation, Response, and Investigation

Cybersecurity Resilience

Risk Management and Data Privacy

Preparing for the Certificate Exam

Contact Hours

80

CEUs

No

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

No

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

Learning Supplies Needed

Hardware Requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
Labs included in this program are not supported on mobile devices (i.e., phones and tablets).

Software Requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later.
Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
Chromebook 113 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Word. To complete your assignments, you may need Microsoft Word 2003 or higher, or an equivalent word-processing program, such as LibreOffice, which is available to download for free.
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
A reliable high-speed Internet connection

Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The textbook for the Security+ course is accessed via links in the course lessons.
CompTIA Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

None

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance

Accreditation/Special Approval Requirements

N/A

Intended Audience

If you are interested in learning what it takes to successfully pass the CompTIA Security+ certification exam, this course is for you!

Specific Industry or Business Support Needs

N/A

Wake County Need for Industry Positions

N/A

Industry or Job Titles Related to Training Outcomes for Employment

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Course Contact Information

Courtney Boney
919-532-5581
[email protected]