CompTIA Security+ Virtual Live Course (Exam SY0-701)

Security+ Certification and Related Examinations

To achieve Security+ certification, you'll need to pass the following exam:

• CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 - foundation-level security skills and knowledge

Our live virtual Security+ course covers the examination syllabus and we provide additional preparation materials and guidance.

Our live virtual Security+ course covers the SY0-701 examination syllabus and we provide additional preparation materials and SY0-701 examination succcess guidance.

Audience

Security+ is recognised worldwide as the foundational certification for security experts. Here's a list of just some of the job roles that Security+ is a foundation for:

• Security Administrator
• Systems Administrator
• Helpdesk Manager / Analyst
• Network / Cloud Engineer
• Security Engineer / Analyst
• DevOps / Software Developer
• IT Auditors
• IT Project Manager
• Cloud Penetration Tester
• Network Security Operations
• Penetration Tester
• Network Security Analyst
• Web App Penetration Tester
• Security Architect

Contact us for an informal chat about the value of the CompTIA Security+.

At Course Completion

After completing this course, students have covered the CompTIA Security+ exam syllabus (exam SY0-701) which is presented under the follow domains:

• 1.0 General Security Concepts
• 2.0 Threats, Vulnerabilities and Mitigations
• 3.0 Security Architecture
• 4.0 Security Operations
• 5.0 Security Program Management and Oversight

The CompTIA Security+ certification exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to:

• Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions
• Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, and Internet of Things (IoT)
• Operate with an awareness of applicable regulations and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance
• Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents

Contact us to discuss the course objectives.

Prerequisites

TrainX's Security+ virtual course is suitable for learners who have core IT skills and the following is recommended as a prerequisite:

• CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge and skills
• CompTIA Network+ certification or equivalent knowledge and skills

Please contact us for further information.

Security+ Course Materials

The courseware provided is directly from CompTIA:

• The Official CompTIA Security+ Student Guide (SY0-701) eBook (12 Months' Access)
• CompTIA CertMaster Labs for Security+ (SY0-701) - Student Access Key (12 Months' Access)

Should you require it we can provide:

• CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Examination Voucher (12 Months' Validity)

This will be additional though at a subsidised fee when supplied in conjunction with the training. Neither QA nor Global Knowledge are listing the inclusion of the exam (12/01/2025) and we aim to provide a comparative pricing structure.

Security+ requires understanding of Server, PC and Networking technologies and we provide a very comprehensive CompTIA authorised set of virtualised 'labs' during the course which are accessible for a year to ensure that you've relevant 'hands-on' experience.

CompTIA Security+ Virtual Classroom Course Outline

The public course has a number of delivery formats including a standard 5 day event and a two-weekend event. See the schedule for details. Onsite and single-company custom course formats are available.

The course design is based on five knowledge and skill areas known as domains (listed below) and provides in-depth concepts and hands-on skill development for each.

• 1.0 General Security Concepts
• 2.0 Threats, Vulnerabilities and Mitigations
• 3.0 Security Architecture
• 4.0 Security Operations
• 5.0 Security Program Management and Oversight

Lesson 1: Summarize Fundamental Security Concepts

• Topic 1A: Security Concepts
• Topic 1B: Security Controls

Lesson 2: Compare Threat Types

• Topic 2A: Threat Actors
• Topic 2B: Attack Surfaces
• Topic 2C: Social Engineering

Lesson 3: Explain Cryptographic Solutions

• Topic 3A: Cryptographic Algorithms
• Topic 3B: Public Key Infrastructure
• Topic 3C: Cryptographic Solutions

Lesson 4: Implement Identity and Access Management

• Topic 4A: Authentication
• Topic 4B: Authorization
• Topic 4C: Identity Management

Lesson 5: Secure Enterprise Network Architecture

• Topic 5A: Enterprise Network Architecture
• Topic 5B: Network Security Appliances
• Topic 5C: Secure Communications

Lesson 6: Secure Cloud Network Architecture

• Topic 6A: Cloud Infrastructure
• Topic 6B: Embedded Systems and Zero Trust Architecture

Lesson 7: Explain Resiliency and Site Security Concepts

• Topic 7A: Asset Management
• Topic 7B: Redundancy Strategies
• Topic 7C: Physical Security

Lesson 8: Explain Vulnerability Management

• Topic 8A: Device and OS Vulnerabilities
• Topic 8B: Application and Cloud Vulnerabilities
• Topic 8C: Vulnerability Identification Methods
• Topic 8D: Vulnerability Analysis and Remediation

Lesson 9: Evaluate Network Security Capabilities

• Topic 9A: Network Security Baselines
• Topic 9B: Network Security Capability Enhancement

Lesson 10: Assess Endpoint Security Capabilities

• Topic 10A: Implement Endpoint Security
• Topic 10B: Mobile Device Hardening

Lesson 11: Enhance Application Security Capabilities

• Topic 11A: Application Protocol Security Baselines
• Topic 11B: Cloud and Web Application Security Concepts

Lesson 12: Explain Incident Response and Monitoring Concepts

• Topic 12A: Incident Response
• Topic 12B: Digital Forensics
• Topic 12C: Data Sources
• Topic 12D: Alerting and Monitoring Tools

Lesson 13: Analyze Indicators of Malicious Activity

• Topic 13A: Malware Attack Indicators
• Topic 13B: Physical and Network Attack Indicators
• Topic 13C: Application Attack Indicators

Lesson 14: Summarize Security Governance Concepts

• Topic 14A: Policies, Standards, and Procedures
• Topic 14B: Change Management
• Topic 14C: Automation and Orchestration

Lesson 15: Explain Risk Management Processes

• Topic 15A: Risk Management Processes and Concepts
• Topic 15B: Vendor Management Concepts
• Topic 15C: Audits and Assessments

Lesson 16: Summarize Data Protection and Compliance Concepts

• Topic 16A: Data Classification and Compliance
• Topic 16B: Personnel Policies

Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)