CompTIA Security+ (Course and Labs)

Name: CompTIA Security+ (Course and Labs)
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SY0-501 : CompTIA Security+ (Course and Labs)

Gain hands-on expertise in the CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 certification exam with the CompTIA Security+ course and performance-based lab. Performance-based lab simulates real-world, hardware, software & command line interface environments and can be mapped to any text-book, course & training. The course and lab cover the SY0-501 exam objectives and provides skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and more.

Here's what you will get

CompTIA Security+ exam certifies that successful candidates have the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations. The successful candidates will perform these tasks to support the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Lessons

                            
Lessons

                            15+
                        
Exercises

                            225+
                        
Quizzes

                            121+
                        
Flashcards

                            265+
                        
Glossary of terms

                            265+

Test prep

                            
Pre-assessment Questions

                            95+
                        
Full Length Tests

                            2+
                        
Post-Assessment Questions

                            90+

Lab

                            
Performance lab
Learn the real world skills using Live Labs.

                            55+

Videos and How To..

uCertify course includes videos to help understand concepts. It also includes How Tos that help learners with how to accomplish certain tasks.

Video Lessons

Exam FAQs
What are the prerequisites for this exam?	CompTIA Network+ and two years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security.
What is the exam registration fee?	USD 339
Where do I take the exam?	Pearson VUE
What is the format of the exam?	The exam consists of multiple choice and performance-based questions.
How many questions are asked in the exam?	The exam contains 90 questions.
What is the duration of the exam?	90 minutes
What is the passing score?	750 (on a scale of 0-900)
What is the exam's retake policy?	In the event that you fail your first attempt at passing the SY0-501 examination, CompTIA retake policy is: CompTIA does not require a waiting period between the first and second attempt to pass such examination. However, if you need a third or subsequent attempt to pass the examination, you shall be required to wait for a period of at least fourteen calendar days from the date of your last attempt before you can retake the exam. If a candidate has passed an exam, he/she cannot take it again without prior consent from CompTIA. A test result found to be in violation of the retake policy will not be processed, which will result in no credit awarded for the test taken. Repeat violators will be banned from participation in the CompTIA Certification Program. Candidates must pay the exam price each time they attempt the exam. CompTIA does not offer free re-tests or discounts on retakes.
What is the validity of the certification?	CompTIA Security+ certification expires after three years from the date of issue, after which the certification holder will need to renew their certification via CompTIA's Continuing Education Program.
Where can I find more information about this exam?	To know more about the SY0-501, click here.
Which certification covers this exam?	CompTIA Security+ Certification (Security Plus)
What are the career opportunities after passing this exam?	Security Architect Security Engineer Security Administrator Systems Administrator Network Administrator Security Consultant/Specialist

Here's what you will learn

Lesson 1: Introduction

Before You Begin the CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam
Why Become Security+ Certified?
How to Become a Security+ Certified Professional
Who Should Read This Book?
What Does This Book Cover?
Tips for Taking the Security+ Exam
Exam SY0-501 Exam Objectives
SY0-501 Certification Exam Objective Map

Lesson 2: Managing Risk

Threat Assessment
Risk Assessment
Developing Policies, Standards, and Guidelines
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 3: Monitoring and Diagnosing Networks

Frameworks, Best Practices, and Configuration Guides
Secure Network Architecture Concepts
Secure Systems Design
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 4: Understanding Devices and Infrastructure

Designing with Security in Mind
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 5: Identity and Access Management

Using Tools to Assess Your Network
Troubleshooting Common Security Issues
Security Technologies
Identity and Access Management Concepts
Install and Configure Identity and Access Services
File and Database Security
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 6: Wireless Network Threats

Wireless Vulnerabilities to Know
Wireless Commonsense
Wireless Attack Analogy
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 7: Securing the Cloud

Working with Cloud Computing
Working with Virtualization
Security and the Cloud
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 8: Host, Data, and Application Security

Threat Actors and Attributes
Use of Open Source Intelligence
Types of Vulnerabilities
Embedded Systems Security
Application Vulnerabilities
Secure Programming
Other Application Security Issues
Code Issues
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 9: Cryptography

An Overview of Cryptography
Modern Cryptography
Using Cryptographic Systems
Understanding Cryptography Standards and Protocols
Public Key Infrastructure
Using Public Key Infrastructure
Authentication
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 10: Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities

Threat and Attack Terminology
Living in a World of Viruses
Malware and Crypto-Malware
Understanding Various Types of Application/Service Attacks
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 11: Social Engineering and Other Foes

Understanding Social Engineering
Understanding Physical Security
Various Control Types
Data Security and Privacy Practices
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 12: Security Administration

Connection Types
Mobile Devices
Account Management Concepts
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 13: Disaster Recovery and Incident Response

Penetration Testing
Issues Associated with Business Continuity
Summary
Exam Essentials

Lesson 14: Appendix A: 3D Game Simulation

Lesson 15: Appendix B

Videos

Hands on Activities (Labs)

Introduction

Managing Risk

Monitoring and Diagnosing Networks

Configuring a Perimeter Firewall
Installing the Web Server IIS Server Role

Understanding Devices and Infrastructure

Using Network Monitor
Configuring Remote Access VPN
Using Windows Defender

Identity and Access Management

Detecting Phishing Site using Netcraft
Preventing Zone Transfers
Viewing Results of Live Hosts
Verifying Network Services
Observing Traffic Pattern using Wireshark
Analyzing Protocols with Wireshark
Securing Default Accounts
Assigning Permissions to Folders
Managing Windows Firewall
Configuring Windows firewall
Enabling Intrusion Prevention and Detection
Implementing Data Execution Prevention
Configuring Kerberos Policy Settings
Enabling Audit Policies
Enabling Object Access Auditing
Configuring Audit Group Policy
Installing Remote Access Services
Configuring a Static TCP/IP Address

Wireless Network Threats

Securing the Cloud

Installing and Configuring NLB Nodes
Configuring NLB Operations
Creating a Virtual Machine
Importing a Virtual Machine
Configuring Secondary Virtual Hard Disk
Creating a Virtual Switch

Host, Data, and Application Security

Cryptography

Observing MD5 Hash
Using openssl to Create a Public/Private Keypair
Adding Certificates to MMC
Configuring SSL Connections
Configuring the SSL Port Setting
Using BitLocker in Windows 10

Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities

Working with Task Manager
Viewing Running Processes on a Linux-based Machine
Enabling Debug Logging on the DNS Server
Simulating a DoS Attack
Spoofing MAC Addresses with SMAC
Using Ettercap for ARP Spoofing

Social Engineering and Other Foes

Security Administration

Resetting a Password
Configuring Group Policy Settings
Creating a Fine-Grained Password Policy
Managing Services with Group Policy
Restricting Local Accounts
Creating a User Account and Configuring Restriction
Configuring Account Policies
Managing User Account

Disaster Recovery and Incident Response

Running a Security Scan to Identify Vulnerabilities
Remediating Vulnerabilities on Local Workstation
Remediating Vulnerabilities on the Network
Installing Windows Server Backup
Creating a Backup Schedule
Creating a Backup Once

Appendix A: 3D Game Simulation

Appendix B

Customer Testimonials

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SY0-501

CompTIA Security+ (Course and Labs)

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