CompTIA Security Analytics Professional (Security+ / CySA+)

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:

1. Duration: 35 hours
2. Content: 130 On-demand Videos
3. Exam Prep: 500 Prep Questions
4. Certificate of Completion for CompTIA Security+ SY0-701

Topics Areas Included:

1. Fundamental Security Concepts
2. Threat Types Comparison
3. Cryptographic Solutions
4. Identity and Access Management
5. Securing Enterprise and Cloud Network Architectures
6. Resiliency and Site Security
7. Vulnerability Management
8. Network Security Capabilities
9. Endpoint Security Capabilities
10. Application Security Capabilities
11. Incident Response and Monitoring
12. Indicators of Malicious Activity
13. Security Governance Concepts
14. Risk Management Processes
15. Data Protection and Compliance Concepts

Modules:

1. Module 1: General Security Concepts
2. Module 2: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations
3. Module 3: Security Architecture
4. Module 4: Security Operations
5. Module 5: Security Program Management and Oversight

Labs Included (17 hours):

1. Security Concept Fundamentals
2. Cryptographic Solutions
3. Threat Vectors and Attack Surfaces
4. Identifying Security Vulnerabilities
5. Analyze Malicious Activity
6. Mitigation Techniques
7. Security Architecture Models
8. Securing Enterprise Infrastructures
9. Data Protection Strategies
10. Resilience in Security Architecture
11. Securing Computing Resources
12. Asset Management Techniques
13. Vulnerability Management
14. Monitoring Computing Resources
15. Enhancing Enterprise Security
16. Implement Identity & Access Management
17. Implementation of Automation & Orchestration for Security Operations
18. Investigative Data Sources

CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003: Gain expertise in cybersecurity analytics with our CompTIA CySA+ course, covering essential concepts and practices.

Course Highlights:

1. Duration: 6+ hours
2. Content: 80+ On-demand Videos
3. Exam Prep: 100Prep Questions
4. Certificate of Completion for CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003

Topics Areas Included:

1. Threat and Vulnerability Management
2. Software and Systems Security
3. Security Operations and Monitoring
4. Incident Response
5. Compliance and Assessment

Modules:

1. Module 1 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Basics
2. Module 2 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Domain 1 – Security Operations
3. Module 3 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Domain 2 – Vulnerability Management
4. Module 4 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Domain 3 – Incident Response and Management
5. Module 5 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 Domain 4 – Reporting and Communication
6. Module 6 – CompTIA CySA+ CS0-003 – Course Closeout

Labs Included (12 hours):

1. System & Network Security Implementation Concepts
2. Threat Intelligence & Threat Gathering Concepts
3. Techniques to Determine Malicious Activity
4. Vulnerability Scanning Tools & Techniques
5. Identifying & Analyzing Malicious Activity
6. Tools for Identifying Malicious Activity
7. Attack Methodology Frameworks
8. Vulnerability Data Analysis and Prioritization
9. Incident Response Management Techniques
10. Incident Response Communication & Reporting
11. Vulnerability Reporting Concepts
12. 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:

1. Lessons cover all exam objectives with integrated videos
2. Hundreds of practice questions test your knowledge
3. Performance-based questions apply what you’ve learned in a scenario
4. Assisted Labs guide you step-by-step through tasks
5. Applied Labs present goal-oriented scenarios and require critical thinking and analysis
6. Flashcards ensure you know the terminology and acronyms required for the exam
7. The Learning Plan keeps you on track with your studies

Topics Covered:

1. Comparing Security Roles and Security Controls
2. Explaining Threat Actors and Threat Intelligence
3. Performing Security Assessments
4. Identifying Social Engineering and Malware
5. Summarizing Basic Cryptographic Concepts
6. Implementing Public Key Infrastructure
7. Implementing Authentication Controls
8. Implementing Identity and Account Management Controls
9. Implementing Secure Network Designs
10. Implementing Network Security Appliances
11. Implementing Secure Network Protocols
12. Implementing Host Security Solutions
13. Implementing Secure Mobile Solutions
14. Summarizing Secure Application Concepts
15. Implementing Secure Cloud Solutions
16. Explaining Data Privacy and Protection Concepts
17. Performing Incident Response
18. Explaining Digital Forensics
19. Summarizing Risk Management Concepts
20. Implementing Cybersecurity Resilience
21. Explaining Physical Security

Labs Available:

1. Assisted Lab: Exploring the Lab Environment
2. Assisted Lab: Scanning and Identifying Network Nodes
3. Assisted Lab: Intercepting and Interpreting Network Traffic with Packet Sniffing Tools
4. Assisted Lab: Analyzing the Results of a Credentialed Vulnerability Scan
5. Assisted Lab: Installing, Using, and Blocking a Malware-based Backdoor
6. APPLIED LAB: Performing Network Reconnaissance and Vulnerability Scanning
7. Assisted Lab: Managing the Lifecycle of a Certificate
8. Assisted Lab: Managing Certificates with OpenSSL
9. Assisted Lab: Auditing Passwords with a Password Cracking Utility
10. Assisted Lab: Managing Centralized Authentication
11. Assisted Lab: Managing Access Controls in Windows Server
12. Assisted Lab: Configuring a System for Auditing Policies
13. Assisted Lab: Managing Access Controls in Linux
14. APPLIED LAB: Configuring Identity and Access Management Controls
15. Assisted Lab: Implementing a Secure Network Design
16. Assisted Lab: Configuring a Firewall
17. Assisted Lab: Configuring an Intrusion Detection System
18. Assisted Lab: Implementing Secure Network Addressing Services
19. Assisted Lab: Implementing a Virtual Private Network
20. Assisted Lab: Implementing a Secure SSH Server
21. Assisted Lab: Implementing Endpoint Protection
22. APPLIED LAB: Securing the Network Infrastructure
23. Assisted Lab: Identifying Application Attack Indicators
24. Assisted Lab: Identifying a Browser Attack
25. Assisted Lab: Implementing PowerShell Security
26. Assisted Lab: Identifying Malicious Code
27. APPLIED LAB: Identifying Application Attacks
28. Assisted Lab: Managing Data Sources for Incident Response
29. Assisted Lab: Configuring Mitigation Controls
30. Assisted Lab: Acquiring Digital Forensics Evidence
31. Assisted Lab: Backing Up and Restoring Data in Windows and Linux
32. 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:

1. Lessons cover all exam objectives with integrated videos
2. Hundreds of practice questions test your knowledge
3. Performance-based questions apply what you’ve learned in a scenario
4. Assisted Labs guide you step-by-step through tasks
5. Applied Labs present goal-oriented scenarios and require critical thinking and analysis
6. Flashcards ensure you know the terminology and acronyms required for the exam
7. The Learning Plan keeps you on track with your studies

Topics Covered:

1. Lesson 1: Understanding Vulnerability Response, Handling, and Management
2. Lesson 2: Exploring Threat Intelligence and Threat Hunting Concepts
3. Lesson 3: Explaining Important System and Network Architecture Concepts
4. Lesson 4: Understanding Process Improvement in Security Operations
5. Lesson 5: Implementing Vulnerability Scanning Methods
6. Lesson 6: Performing Vulnerability Analysis
7. Lesson 7: Communicating Vulnerability Information
8. Lesson 8: Explaining Incident Response Activities
9. Lesson 9: Demonstrating Incident Response Communication
10. Lesson 10: Applying Tools to Identify Malicious Activity
11. Lesson 11: Analyzing Potentially Malicious Activity
12. Lesson 12: Understanding Application Vulnerability Assessment
13. Lesson 13: Exploring Scripting Tools and Analysis Concepts
14. Lesson 14: Understanding Application Security and Attack Mitigation Best Practices

Labs Available:

1. Assisted Lab: Exploring the Lab Environment
2. Assisted Lab: Configuring Controls
3. Assisted Lab: Reviewing IoC and Threat Intelligence Sources
4. Assisted Lab: Performing Threat Hunting
5. Assisted Lab: Configuring Centralized Logging
6. APPLIED LAB: Performing System Hardening
7. Assisted Lab: Assess Time Synch Errors
8. Assisted Lab: Configuring Automation
9. Assisted Lab: Performing Asset Discovery
10. Assisted Lab: Performing Vulnerability Scanning
11. Assisted Lab: Performing Passive Scanning
12. Assisted Lab: Establishing Context Awareness
13. Assisted Lab: Analyzing Vulnerability Reports
14. Assisted Lab: Detecting Legacy Systems
15. APPLIED LAB: Performing Post-Incident Forensic Analysis
16. APPLIED LAB: Performing IoC Detection and Analysis
17. ADAPTIVE LAB: Performing Playbook Incident Response
18. APPLIED LAB: Collecting Forensic Evidence
19. Assisted Lab: Performing Root Cause Analysis
20. APPLIED LAB: Using Network Sniffers
21. APPLIED LAB: Researching DNS and IP Reputation
22. Assisted Lab: Using File Analysis Techniques
23. Assisted Lab: Analyzing Potentially Malicious Files
24. Assisted Lab: Using Nontraditional Vulnerability Scanning Tools
25. APPLIED LAB: Performing Web Vulnerability Scanning
26. Assisted Lab: Exploiting Weak Cryptography
27. Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting Directory Traversal and Command Injection
28. Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting Privilege Escalation
29. Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting XSS
30. Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting LFI/RFI
31. Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting SQLi
32. Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting CSRF
33. APPLIED LAB: Detecting and Exploiting Security Misconfiguration

Product and License Information:

1. One license provides access to CertMaster Learn for Security+ and CySA+ with CertMaster Labs integrated throughout the courses
2. Access keys must be redeemed within 12 months of purchase
3. 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.