Project Description

Overview

The CompTIA Security+ certification is an internationally recognised industry standard qualification for anyone in an IT role, held by more than half a million people worldwide.

This online course will teach you the most important foundational principles for securing a network and managing risk. The syllabus will also cover access control, identity management and cryptography, as well as the selection of appropriate mitigation and deterrent techniques to address network attacks and vulnerabilities. This vendor-neutral certification will also raise your understanding of security concerns associated with cloud computing, BYOD (bring your own device) and SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition).

You are required to pass one exam covering the following content:

  • Installing and configuring systems to secure applications, networks and devices
  • Performing threat analysis and responding with appropriate mitigation techniques.
  • Participating in risk mitigation activities
  • Operating with an awareness of applicable policies, laws and regulations

What’s Included

  • All course content

  • Practice exercises and quizzes

  • A practice exam

  • A certification exam voucher

Course Handbook

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Course Topics

Topic 1

Threats, Attacks and Vulnerabilities

Topic 2

Technologies and Tools

Topic 3

Architecture and Design

Topic 4

Identity and Access Management

Topic 5

Risk Management

Topic 6

Cryptography and PKI

Prerequisites & Requirements

We recommend that students first complete the CompTIA Network+ course, provided by eCollege, and two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus would also be an advantage. Aside from this academic and professional experience, we expect prospective students to have a high level of computer literacy, with a high aptitude for logical thinking and problem solving.

If you have an ambition to further your career in cybersecurity, or you have an interest in computer networks, this course will suit you.

All students should have access to PC or Laptop running Windows or AppleOS.
A broadband connection is essential to stream video content.

You only require a web browser to view the content and access web platforms.

Employment

As this is an industry standard accreditation, a certification may lead to opportunities with many of the world’s biggest IT companies. When you receive your CompTIA Security+ certification you can confidently apply for roles such as junior security analyst, security engineer or architect, CISO/CSO, systems administrator or systems engineer.

Academic

When you complete this course, eCollege recommends further study by enrolling in:

  • Windows Operating Systems Fundamentals
  • Windows Server Administration Fundamentals
  • Windows Security Administration Fundamentals

Is this course for you?

Find out how to apply by tapping the button below.

Please note you can only be enrolled on one eCollege course at any one time. 

Course Code: NC 09665

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