CompTIA Security

CompTIA Security+ Course Outline

Duration: 40-50 Hours (Global Standards)
Level: Intermediate
Delivery Mode: Online/Offline
Certification: CompTIA Security+
Global Exam Code: SY0-601 (Latest Version)

Module 1: Introduction to Security Concepts

Duration: 3-5 Hours

• Overview of CompTIA Security+ Certification
• Understanding Cybersecurity Concepts and Terminology
• Types of Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
  • Malware, Phishing, Ransomware, Trojans, Worms
  • Social Engineering Techniques
• Principles of Security: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability (CIA Triad)
• Risk Management and Security Policies
• Importance of Security in Today’s Digital World

Module 2: Network Security Fundamentals

Duration: 6-8 Hours

• Introduction to Networking Concepts
  • Network Types: LAN, WAN, PAN, VPN
  • OSI and TCP/IP Models
  • Protocols: HTTP/HTTPS, FTP, SSH, ICMP
• Understanding Firewalls, Routers, and Switches
  • Configuring and Managing Firewalls
  • Types of Firewalls: Packet Filtering, Stateful, Proxy
  • IDS/IPS Systems: Intrusion Detection and Prevention
• VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) and Remote Access
  • VPN Technologies: SSL, IPsec
  • Remote Access Security: RDP, VNC
• Network Segmentation and Micro-Segmentation
• Network Traffic Analysis and Monitoring Tools

Module 3: Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Duration: 5-7 Hours

• Understanding Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA)
• Types of Authentication:
  • Password-Based, Multifactor Authentication (MFA)
  • Biometrics, Tokens, and Smart Cards
  • Single Sign-On (SSO)
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
• Implementing IAM Systems and Techniques
  • Identity Federation, SAML, OAuth, OpenID
  • Access Control Models: Discretionary, Mandatory, and Role-Based Access
• Managing User Accounts and Access Permissions
• Understanding Active Directory and Group Policies

Module 4: Security Architecture and Design

Duration: 6-8 Hours

• Security Models and Frameworks:
  • Bell-LaPadula, Biba, Clark-Wilson
• Designing a Secure Network Infrastructure
  • Securing Wired and Wireless Networks
  • Best Practices for Wi-Fi Security: WPA2, WPA3
• System Hardening Techniques
  • Patching, Configuring Firewalls, and Disabling Unused Services
  • Reducing Attack Surface Area
• Securing Servers, Endpoints, and Workstations
• Secure Cloud Computing Architectures
• Security in the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle)

Module 5: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attacks

Duration: 5-7 Hours

• Types of Malware and Their Characteristics
  • Viruses, Worms, Trojans, Spyware, Rootkits
  • Detecting and Mitigating Malware Attacks
• Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks
  • Techniques: Pretexting, Baiting, Spear Phishing
  • How to Prevent and Respond to Social Engineering Attacks
• Types of Denial of Service (DoS) and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) Attacks
  • Tools and Techniques for DoS Attacks
  • Mitigation Strategies
• Common Attack Vectors:
  • Man-in-the-Middle (MitM), Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), SQL Injection
  • DNS Spoofing, Buffer Overflow
• Vulnerability Scanning and Penetration Testing

Module 6: Cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Duration: 6-8 Hours

• Basics of Cryptography: Encryption and Decryption Concepts
• Types of Cryptographic Algorithms
  • Symmetric vs. Asymmetric Cryptography
  • RSA, AES, DES, ECC
• Key Management: Generation, Storage, and Distribution
• Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Concepts
  • Certificates, Certificate Authorities (CA), and Digital Signatures
  • Certificate Revocation Lists (CRLs) and Certificate Expiry
• Common Cryptographic Protocols
  • SSL/TLS, HTTPS, IPsec
• Using Encryption for Data Security
  • File, Disk, and Email Encryption

Module 7: Security Operations and Incident Response

Duration: 5-7 Hours

• Incident Response Process
  • Identification, Containment, Eradication, and Recovery
  • Documentation and Communication During Incidents
• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning (BCP)
  • Backup Solutions: Full, Incremental, and Differential
  • Recovery Site Types: Hot, Warm, Cold
• Logging and Monitoring for Security Incidents
  • SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) Systems
  • Monitoring Network Traffic for Suspicious Activity
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance in Security
  • GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST

Module 8: Security in the Cloud and Virtualization

Duration: 4-6 Hours

• Introduction to Cloud Computing and Security Challenges
  • Types of Cloud: Public, Private, Hybrid
  • Cloud Service Models: IaaS, PaaS, SaaS
• Cloud Security Best Practices
  • Data Encryption in the Cloud
  • Multi-Tenant and Shared Responsibility Model
• Virtualization Security: Hypervisor and Virtual Machines (VMs)
• Containerization and Securing Docker/Containers
• Securing Cloud Resources: IAM, Firewalls, and APIs

Module 9: Risk Management and Security Controls

Duration: 4-6 Hours

• Risk Management Frameworks and Methodologies
  • Risk Assessment, Risk Mitigation, and Risk Response Strategies
  • Likelihood and Impact in Risk Calculations
• Types of Security Controls: Preventative, Detective, Corrective
• Implementing Security Controls in the Network, Systems, and Applications
• Security Auditing and Compliance Checks
• Security Standards: ISO/IEC 27001, NIST 800-53, CIS Controls

Module 10: CompTIA Security+ Exam Review and Preparation

Duration: 3-4 Hours

• Review of Key Exam Domains
  • Network Security, Threats, Cryptography, Access Management
  • Risk Management, Incident Response, and Security Architecture
• Practice Exam Questions and Scenarios
• Exam Preparation Tips and Strategies
• Time Management During the Exam
• Post-Exam Guidance and Career Pathways

Module 11: CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam

• Final Exam: CompTIA Security+ SY0-601
• Exam Objectives Recap
• Post-Exam: Understanding Certification Results and Career Development