Course Overview
High-level description: The CompTIA Security Analytics Professional (Security+ / CySA+) Bundle provides comprehensive training for individuals seeking to excel in security analytics. This blended bundle includes custom self-paced online instructor-led training (ILT) courses for CompTIA Security+ and CySA+, combined with engaging video lessons, text lessons, section quizzes, performance-based lab simulations, and comprehensive exam practice. The bundle also includes an exam voucher and an exam pass guarantee: if you don’t pass the exams on the first try, we will provide another 12 months of access to our custom online self-paced ILT along with additional exam vouchers.
Recommended Study Sequence: We recommend you start with ITI’s Custom Online Self-Paced ILT for Security+ and CySA+, followed by the integrated CompTIA CertMaster Learn and Labs.
CTI Custom Online Self-Paced ILT Description:
CompTIA Security+ SY0-701: Develop critical security skills with our CompTIA Security+ course, designed to provide the knowledge needed to secure and protect networks and systems.
Course Highlights:
- Duration: 35 hours
- Content: 130 On-demand Videos
- Exam Prep: 500 Prep Questions
- Certificate of Completion for CompTIA Security+ SY0-701
Topics Areas Included:
- Fundamental Security Concepts
- Threat Types Comparison
- Cryptographic Solutions
- Identity and Access Management
- Securing Enterprise and Cloud Network Architectures
- Resiliency and Site Security
- Vulnerability Management
- Network Security Capabilities
- Endpoint Security Capabilities
- Application Security Capabilities
- Incident Response and Monitoring
- Indicators of Malicious Activity
- Security Governance Concepts
- Risk Management Processes
- Data Protection and Compliance Concepts
Modules:
- Module 1: General Security Concepts
- Module 2: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations
- Module 3: Security Architecture
- Module 4: Security Operations
- Module 5: Security Program Management and Oversight
Labs Included (17 hours):
- Security Concept Fundamentals
- Cryptographic Solutions
- Threat Vectors and Attack Surfaces
- Identifying Security Vulnerabilities
- Analyze Malicious Activity
- Mitigation Techniques
- Security Architecture Models
- Securing Enterprise Infrastructures
- Data Protection Strategies
- Resilience in Security Architecture
- Securing Computing Resources
- Asset Management Techniques
- Vulnerability Management
- Monitoring Computing Resources
- Enhancing Enterprise Security
- Implement Identity & Access Management
- Implementation of Automation & Orchestration for Security Operations
- Investigative Data Sources
CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003: Gain expertise in cybersecurity analytics with our CompTIA CySA+ course, covering essential concepts and practices.
Course Highlights:
- Duration: 6+ hours
- Content: 80+ On-demand Videos
- Exam Prep: 100Prep Questions
- Certificate of Completion for CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003
Topics Areas Included:
- Threat and Vulnerability Management
- Software and Systems Security
- Security Operations and Monitoring
- Incident Response
- Compliance and Assessment
Modules:
- Module 1 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Basics
- Module 2 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Domain 1 – Security Operations
- Module 3 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Domain 2 – Vulnerability Management
- Module 4 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Domain 3 – Incident Response and Management
- Module 5 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Domain 4 – Reporting and Communication
- Module 6 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 – Course Closeout
Labs Included (12 hours):
- System & Network Security Implementation Concepts
- Threat Intelligence & Threat Gathering Concepts
- Techniques to Determine Malicious Activity
- Vulnerability Scanning Tools & Techniques
- Identifying & Analyzing Malicious Activity
- Tools for Identifying Malicious Activity
- Attack Methodology Frameworks
- Vulnerability Data Analysis and Prioritization
- Incident Response Management Techniques
- Incident Response Communication & Reporting
- Vulnerability Reporting Concepts
- Vulnerability Patching & Attack Surface Management
CompTIA CertMaster Learn and Labs Descriptions:
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) CertMaster Learn and Labs: CertMaster Learn is a comprehensive eLearning experience that helps learners gain the knowledge and practical skills necessary to be successful on CompTIA certification exams, and in their IT career. A Learning Plan helps learners stay on track with their studies, while robust analytics bring awareness of strengths and weaknesses.
CertMaster Labs make it easy for learners to practice and apply their skills in real workplace scenarios in preparation for the certification exam. All lab activities use real equipment and software, offer feedback and hints, and provide a score based on learner inputs, ultimately guiding learners to the most correct and efficient path through job tasks.
In the integrated experience, CertMaster Labs are integrated as Study Tasks within the CertMaster Learn Learning Plan, accessible through a single login and seamless workflow.
CertMaster Learn Features:
- Lessons cover all exam objectives with integrated videos
- Hundreds of practice questions test your knowledge
- Performance-based questions apply what you’ve learned in a scenario
- Assisted Labs guide you step-by-step through tasks
- Applied Labs present goal-oriented scenarios and require critical thinking and analysis
- Flashcards ensure you know the terminology and acronyms required for the exam
- The Learning Plan keeps you on track with your studies
Topics Covered:
- Comparing Security Roles and Security Controls
- Explaining Threat Actors and Threat Intelligence
- Performing Security Assessments
- Identifying Social Engineering and Malware
- Summarizing Basic Cryptographic Concepts
- Implementing Public Key Infrastructure
- Implementing Authentication Controls
- Implementing Identity and Account Management Controls
- Implementing Secure Network Designs
- Implementing Network Security Appliances
- Implementing Secure Network Protocols
- Implementing Host Security Solutions
- Implementing Secure Mobile Solutions
- Summarizing Secure Application Concepts
- Implementing Secure Cloud Solutions
- Explaining Data Privacy and Protection Concepts
- Performing Incident Response
- Explaining Digital Forensics
- Summarizing Risk Management Concepts
- Implementing Cybersecurity Resilience
- Explaining Physical Security
Labs Available:
- Assisted Lab: Exploring the Lab Environment
- Assisted Lab: Scanning and Identifying Network Nodes
- Assisted Lab: Intercepting and Interpreting Network Traffic with Packet Sniffing Tools
- Assisted Lab: Analyzing the Results of a Credentialed Vulnerability Scan
- Assisted Lab: Installing, Using, and Blocking a Malware-based Backdoor
- APPLIED LAB: Performing Network Reconnaissance and Vulnerability Scanning
- Assisted Lab: Managing the Lifecycle of a Certificate
- Assisted Lab: Managing Certificates with OpenSSL
- Assisted Lab: Auditing Passwords with a Password Cracking Utility
- Assisted Lab: Managing Centralized Authentication
- Assisted Lab: Managing Access Controls in Windows Server
- Assisted Lab: Configuring a System for Auditing Policies
- Assisted Lab: Managing Access Controls in Linux
- APPLIED LAB: Configuring Identity and Access Management Controls
- Assisted Lab: Implementing a Secure Network Design
- Assisted Lab: Configuring a Firewall
- Assisted Lab: Configuring an Intrusion Detection System
- Assisted Lab: Implementing Secure Network Addressing Services
- Assisted Lab: Implementing a Virtual Private Network
- Assisted Lab: Implementing a Secure SSH Server
- Assisted Lab: Implementing Endpoint Protection
- APPLIED LAB: Securing the Network Infrastructure
- Assisted Lab: Identifying Application Attack Indicators
- Assisted Lab: Identifying a Browser Attack
- Assisted Lab: Implementing PowerShell Security
- Assisted Lab: Identifying Malicious Code
- APPLIED LAB: Identifying Application Attacks
- Assisted Lab: Managing Data Sources for Incident Response
- Assisted Lab: Configuring Mitigation Controls
- Assisted Lab: Acquiring Digital Forensics Evidence
- Assisted Lab: Backing Up and Restoring Data in Windows and Linux
- APPLIED LAB: Managing Incident Response, Mitigation and Recovery
CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) CertMaster Learn and Labs: CertMaster Learn is a comprehensive eLearning experience that helps learners gain the knowledge and practical skills necessary to be successful on CompTIA certification exams, and in their IT career. A Learning Plan helps learners stay on track with their studies, while robust analytics bring awareness of strengths and weaknesses.
CertMaster Labs make it easy for learners to practice and apply their skills in real workplace scenarios in preparation for the certification exam. All lab activities use real equipment and software, offer feedback and hints, and provide a score based on learner inputs, ultimately guiding learners to the most correct and efficient path through job tasks.
In the integrated experience, CertMaster Labs are integrated as Study Tasks within the CertMaster Learn Learning Plan, accessible through a single login and seamless workflow.
CertMaster Learn Features:
- Lessons cover all exam objectives with integrated videos
- Hundreds of practice questions test your knowledge
- Performance-based questions apply what you’ve learned in a scenario
- Assisted Labs guide you step-by-step through tasks
- Applied Labs present goal-oriented scenarios and require critical thinking and analysis
- Flashcards ensure you know the terminology and acronyms required for the exam
- The Learning Plan keeps you on track with your studies
Topics Covered:
- Lesson 1: Understanding Vulnerability Response, Handling, and Management
- Lesson 2: Exploring Threat Intelligence and Threat Hunting Concepts
- Lesson 3: Explaining Important System and Network Architecture Concepts
- Lesson 4: Understanding Process Improvement in Security Operations
- Lesson 5: Implementing Vulnerability Scanning Methods
- Lesson 6: Performing Vulnerability Analysis
- Lesson 7: Communicating Vulnerability Information
- Lesson 8: Explaining Incident Response Activities
- Lesson 9: Demonstrating Incident Response Communication
- Lesson 10: Applying Tools to Identify Malicious Activity
- Lesson 11: Analyzing Potentially Malicious Activity
- Lesson 12: Understanding Application Vulnerability Assessment
- Lesson 13: Exploring Scripting Tools and Analysis Concepts
- Lesson 14: Understanding Application Security and Attack Mitigation Best Practices
Labs Available:
- Assisted Lab: Exploring the Lab Environment
- Assisted Lab: Configuring Controls
- Assisted Lab: Reviewing IoC and Threat Intelligence Sources
- Assisted Lab: Performing Threat Hunting
- Assisted Lab: Configuring Centralized Logging
- APPLIED LAB: Performing System Hardening
- Assisted Lab: Assess Time Synch Errors
- Assisted Lab: Configuring Automation
- Assisted Lab: Performing Asset Discovery
- Assisted Lab: Performing Vulnerability Scanning
- Assisted Lab: Performing Passive Scanning
- Assisted Lab: Establishing Context Awareness
- Assisted Lab: Analyzing Vulnerability Reports
- Assisted Lab: Detecting Legacy Systems
- APPLIED LAB: Performing Post-Incident Forensic Analysis
- APPLIED LAB: Performing IoC Detection and Analysis
- ADAPTIVE LAB: Performing Playbook Incident Response
- APPLIED LAB: Collecting Forensic Evidence
- Assisted Lab: Performing Root Cause Analysis
- APPLIED LAB: Using Network Sniffers
- APPLIED LAB: Researching DNS and IP Reputation
- Assisted Lab: Using File Analysis Techniques
- Assisted Lab: Analyzing Potentially Malicious Files
- Assisted Lab: Using Nontraditional Vulnerability Scanning Tools
- APPLIED LAB: Performing Web Vulnerability Scanning
- Assisted Lab: Exploiting Weak Cryptography
- Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting Directory Traversal and Command Injection
- Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting Privilege Escalation
- Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting XSS
- Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting LFI/RFI
- Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting SQLi
- Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting CSRF
- APPLIED LAB: Detecting and Exploiting Security Misconfiguration
Product and License Information:
- One license provides access to CertMaster Learn for Security+ and CySA+ with CertMaster Labs integrated throughout the courses
- Access keys must be redeemed within 12 months of purchase
- Once redeemed, Learn for Security+ and CySA+ with CertMaster Labs integrated will be valid for 12 months
How to Access CertMaster Learn with integrated CertMaster Labs: An access key and instructions will be sent via email after your purchase is complete.
Exam Voucher and Exam Pass Guarantee (Security+ and CySA+): This bundle includes an exam voucher and an exam pass guarantee for Security+ and CySA+: if you don’t pass the exams on the first try, we will provide another 12 months of access to our custom online self-paced ILT along with additional exam vouchers. To qualify for the exam pass guarantee, you must show proof of completing all training materials, including course content, labs, and practice prep questions, before taking your exam.