Course Overview
This intensive Security+ SY0-701 certification training provides essential cybersecurity skills for securing networks, systems, and applications. Covering all exam objectives, the course delivers hands-on experience with threat detection, risk management, and security operations, preparing participants for entry-level security roles and DoD 8570 compliance requirements.
Course Objectives
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
✔ Implement security controls across physical, network, and software environments
✔ Conduct threat analysis and vulnerability assessments
✔ Deploy identity/access management and cryptography solutions
✔ Respond to security incidents using proper procedures
✔ Understand governance, risk, and compliance requirements
✔ Prepare for the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
◼ Security Administrators & Analysts
◼ Network Administrators transitioning to security
◼ IT Auditors & Compliance Staff
◼ Systems Engineers
◼ Technical Support Specialists
◼ Military/Civilian personnel needing DoD 8570 compliance
Course Content Breakdown
Day 1: Security Fundamentals & Threats
- CIA triad and security governance concepts
• Threat actors and attack vectors
• Social engineering and malware analysis
• Workshop: Analyzing security events
Day 2: Architecture & Secure Design
- Enterprise security architecture models
• Secure network design principles
• Cloud and virtualization security
• Lab: Implementing secure network configurations
Day 3: Identity & Access Management
- Authentication protocols and MFA solutions
• PKI and cryptographic implementations
• Authorization and accounting controls
• Practical: Configuring IAM solutions
Day 4: Risk Management & Security Operations
- Risk assessment methodologies
• Security assessment techniques
• Incident response procedures
• Hands-on: SIEM configuration and monitoring
Day 5: Compliance & Exam Preparation
- Regulatory standards (PCI-DSS, HIPAA, GDPR)
• Organizational security policies
• Practice exams and question review
• Final lab: Comprehensive security scenario