CompTIA Security+ Training & Certification

If a career in cybersecurity is your goal, CompTIA Security+ certification is the ideal starting point. Known for its vendor-neutral technology approach, Security Plus training provides entry-level infosec knowledge applicable across operating systems and platforms and gives prospective cybersecurity pros the edge when it comes to landing their new IT roles in Maryland, DC, VA, and beyond. In today’s ever-changing environment it has become an absolute must to implement and maintain security technologies and policies. This Security+ training course takes the first step in teaching you to implement and monitor security on networks and computer systems, and respond to security breaches appropriately, making your skillset valuable to organizations of all sizes and industries. Security+ certification satisfies DOD 8570 IAT Level II and IAM Level I Enroll today, by selecting a class' date, to the right Got Questions? 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Prerequisites Exam and Certification Requirements Related Careers Skills and Concepts   " Class Schedule   Location Start End Days & Times Greenbelt, MD & Live-Online 12/27/21 01/31/22 Mon|Wed (6pm-10pm) Greenbelt, MD & Live-Online 01/08/22 02/05/22 Saturday (8:30am-5pm) Greenbelt, MD & Live-Online 01/10/22 01/14/22 Mon-Fri (8:30am-5pm) Greenbelt, MD & Live-Online 01/24/22 02/23/22 Mon|Wed (6pm-10pm) Greenbelt, MD & Live-Online 02/14/22 02/18/22 Mon-Fri (8:30am-5pm) Greenbelt, MD & Live-Online 03/14/22 03/18/22 Mon-Fri (8:30am-5pm) Greenbelt, MD & Live-Online 04/11/22 04/15/22 Mon-Fri (8:30am-5pm) Greenbelt, MD & Live-Online 05/09/22 05/13/22 Mon-Fri (8:30am-5pm) Greenbelt, MD & Live-Online 06/13/22 06/17/22 Mon-Fri (8:30am-5pm) Get your Security+ training in our convenient IT training centers in Maryland or Virginia. Why Take Security+ Training in Maryland? Security+ Certification is a baseline standard for assessing an individual's understanding of IT security. Created and administered by CompTIA this certification is recognized worldwide and is a starting point for anyone looking to build a cyber security-based career. TrainACE is a Platinum Partner to CompTIA and offers high-quality training for Security+, preparing students to pass the certification. Businesses of all sizes know the importance of information and IT security and have continued to invest as such. This investment is evidenced by the fact that many government employees in Information Assurance (IA) positions, and any contractors who serve certain IA functions, are now required to have a CompTIA Security+ certification. This requirement was put into effect as part of the aforementioned DoD-8570 directive, and most directly applies to entry and mid-level IT personnel. At TrainACE, our CompTIA Security+ training courses are taught by certified IT security professionals in Maryland, Virginia, or DC with a minimum of 3 years of teaching experience. Our instructors are also required to have IT security and cybersecurity experience along with additional, supplementary certifications and continued education in the industry. All classes are 40 hours long and available as daytime, evening, or weekend schedules. Signup today for our convenient 5-day Security Plus boot camp! Enroll Today! What you need to know before taking Security+ training There are no specific Security+ prerequisites to take the Security+ exam, but candidates with little or no IT experience will find this certification very hard to pass. This vendor-neutral Security Plus training course is designed for network and security administrators and those with similar job functions who have two years of experience with general networking and basic security knowledge. Previous certification training in courses such as CompTIA A+, Cisco CCNA, or CompTIA Network+ will improve your chances of passing this mid-level exam. This Security Plus Bootcamp is appropriate for: Network Administrators Security Administrators Information Assurance Professionals DoD 8570 Compliance Skills & Concepts What Are the Benefits of CompTIA Security+ Certification in DC? The CompTIA Security+ certification is one that is recognized and accepted worldwide. It’s a basic certification, often one of the first several IT professionals earn, but it is well-respected within the industry. Obtaining your Security Plus certification has many benefits, including: No prerequisites or work experience required – Because the CompTIA Security + certification is an entry-level credential, it’s ideal for those individuals with little or no previous IT experience. Though it is suggested that individuals take CompTIA A+ and Network+ before this course. Vendor-neutral – Security+ is a vendor-neutral certification. That means that it doesn’t focus on the security and technology of a specific vendor. Instead, it includes common elements of cybersecurity and provides general knowledge and skills. Better job opportunities – The CompTIA Security+ certification provides individuals with an advantage when it comes to job opportunities. With the certification, professionals are qualified for a variety of IT roles. Areas like Compliance and Operational Security, Cryptography, Data and Host Security, Access Control and Identity Management, and Threats and Vulnerabilities, are all ideal locations for Security + certified employees. Higher earning potential – IT professionals with the Security+ credential typically earn more than their non-certified coworkers. While there are several factors that determine salaries, by having this certification, you can expect to earn an ample income. Meets DoD requirements – The CompTIA Security+ certification satisfies the US Department of Defense 8570 standard. That means certified individuals are eligible to apply for Technical level two and Management level one positions. Proves knowledge and skills – In the course of preparing for the exam, you will learn many things about cybersecurity. Moreover, you will learn skills and knowledge that will help you become a greater security professional. This is why hiring managers always look for professionals with this CompTIA certification. The certification is proof of your expertise and skills in the job field. How Long Does Security Plus Training Take? TrainACE’s CompTIA Security+ training and certification course is a five-day deep dive into entry-level infosec knowledge. It will establish the fundamental knowledge that is necessary for any cybersecurity position. It provides a launching pad to entry-level and intermediate-level information security jobs. How Hard is the CompTIA Security Plus Course? How hard the course and certification are is relative from person to person. Generally speaking, most IT professionals who are certified found the CompTIA Security+ SYO-601 certification exam fairly straightforward. With the right preparation, Security+ certification can be obtained effortlessly. Compared with other security certifications, only Security Plus has performance-based questions included. These questions assess your practical skills, not just your knowledge, placing more emphasis on the practical and hands-on ability to identify and address security vulnerabilities, threats, and attacks. Therefore, to prepare well for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam you should take TrainACE’s training and certification course. Our course provides students with the knowledge, skills, and practical know-how to successfully pass the certification exam. Exam and Certification Requirements: Current exam number SY0-601 Maximum of 90 questions Time Length 90 minutes Passing Score 750 Format Multiple Choice and Performance-Based Questions Note that CompTIA recently upgraded the exam from SY0-501 to SY0-601, so if you've been preparing using an older curriculum you will want to check out the changes between Security+ SY0-501 and SY0-601 before you test Need to practice for the exam? Download our Security+ Study Guide Who needs Security+ Certification in DC? CompTIA Security+ Certification prepares you for roles in the following job types: Network Administrator Systems Administrator Security Administrator Junior IT Auditor/Penetration Tester Security Specialist Security Consultant Security Engineer Network Security Specialist Information Security Analyst Cyber Security Consultant IT Risk Analyst What will I learn in this Security+ class? Module 1 / Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities Indicators of Compromise Why is Security Important? Security Policy Threat Actor Types The Kill Chain Social Engineering Phishing Malware Types Trojans and Spyware Open Source Intelligence Labs (VM Orientation, Malware Types) Critical Security Controls Security Control Types Defense in Depth Frameworks and Compliance Vulnerability Scanning and Pen Tests Security Assessment Techniques Pen Testing Concepts Vulnerability Scanning Concepts Exploit Frameworks Lab Using Vulnerability Assessment Tools Security Posture Assessment Tools Topology Discovery Service Discovery Packet Capture Packet Capture Tools Remote Access Trojans Honeypots and Honeynets Labs Using Network Scanning Tools 1 Using Network Scanning Tools 2 Using Steganography Tools Incident Response Incident Response Procedures Preparation Phase Identification Phase Containment Phase Eradication and Recovery Phases Module 2 / Identity and Access Management Cryptography Uses of Cryptography Cryptographic Terminology and Ciphers Cryptographic Products Hashing Algorithms Symmetric Algorithms Asymmetric Algorithms Diffie-Hellman and Elliptic Curve Transport Encryption Cryptographic Attacks Lab Implementing Public Key Infrastructure Public Key Infrastructure PKI Standards Digital Certificates Certificate Authorities Types of Certificate Implementing PKI Storing and Distributing Keys Key Status and Revocation PKI Trust Models PGP / GPG Lab Deploying Certificates and Implementing Key Recovery Identification and Authentication Access Control Systems Identification Authentication LAN Manager / NTLM Kerberos PAP, CHAP, and MS-CHAP Password Attacks Token-based Authentication Biometric Authentication Common Access Card Lab Using Password Cracking Tools Identity and Access Services Authorization Directory Services RADIUS and TACACS+ Federation and Trusts Federated Identity Protocols Account Management Formal Access Control Models Account Types Windows Active Directory Creating and Managing Accounts Account Policy Enforcement Credential Management Policies Account Restrictions Accounting and Auditing Lab Using Account Management Tools Module 3 / Architecture and Design (1) Secure Network Design Network Zones and Segments Subnetting Switching Infrastructure Switching Attacks and Hardening Endpoint Security Network Access Control Routing Infrastructure Network Address Translation Software Defined Networking Lab Implementing a Secure Network Design Firewalls and Load Balancers Basic Firewalls Stateful Firewalls Implementing a Firewall or Gateway Web Application Firewalls Proxies and Gateways Denial of Service Attacks Load Balancers Lab Implementing a Firewall IDS and SIEM Intrusion Detection Systems Configuring IDS Log Review and SIEM Data Loss Prevention Malware and Intrusion Response Lab Using an Intrusion Detection System Secure Wireless Access Wireless LANs WEP and WPA Wi-Fi Authentication Extensible Authentication Protocol Additional Wi-Fi Security Settings Wi-Fi Site Security Personal Area Networks Physical Security Controls Site Layout and Access Gateways and Locks Alarm Systems Surveillance Hardware Security Environmental Controls Module 4 / Architecture and Design (2) Secure Protocols and Services DHCP Security DNS Security Network Management Protocols HTTP and Web Servers SSL / TSL and HTTPS Web Security Gateways Email Services S/MIME File Transfer Voice and Video Services VoIP Labs Implementing Secure Network Addressing Services Configuring a Secure Email Service Secure Remote Access Remote Access Architecture Virtual Private Networks IPSec Remote Access Servers Remote Administration Tools Hardening Remote Access Infrastructure Lab Implementing a Virtual Private Network Secure Systems Design Trusted Computing Hardware / Firmware Security Peripheral Device Security Secure Configurations OS Hardening Patch Management Embedded Systems Security for Embedded Systems Secure Mobile Device Services Mobile Device Deployments Mobile Connection Methods Mobile Access Control Systems Enforcement and Monitoring Secure Virtualization and Cloud Services Virtualization Technologies Virtualization Security Best Practices Cloud Computing Cloud Security Best Practices Module 5 / Risk Management Forensics Forensic Procedures Collecting Evidence Capturing System Images Handling and Analyzing Evidence Lab Using Forensic Tools Disaster Recovery and Resiliency Continuity of Operations Plans Disaster Recovery Planning Resiliency Strategies Recovery Sites Backup Plans and Policies Resiliency and Automation Strategies Risk Management Business Impact Analysis Identification of Critical Systems Risk Assessment Risk Mitigation Secure Application Development Application Vulnerabilities Application Exploits Web Browser Exploits Secure Application Design Secure Coding Concepts Auditing Applications Secure DevOps Lab Identifying a Man-in-the-Browser Attack Organizational Security Corporate Security Policy Personnel Management Policies Interoperability Agreements Data Roles Data Sensitivity Labeling and Handling Data Wiping and Disposal Privacy and Employee Conduct Policies Security Policy Training Enroll Today! 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