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Security+ Certification
| Vendor: | CompTIA |
| Course Code: | 085-544 |
| Technology: | CompTIA |
| Skill Type(s): | Networking & Security |
| Class Length: | 5 days |
| Price | $1,495 |
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Upcoming Class Dates:
06/19/2006- 06/23/2006 Naperville, IL Register >>
08/21/2006- 08/25/2006 Naperville, IL Register >>
10/16/2006- 10/20/2006 Naperville, IL Register >>
12/18/2006- 12/22/2006 Naperville, IL Register >>
Audience:
This course is targeted toward an Information Technology (IT) professional who has networking and administrative skills in Windows-based TCP/IP networks and familiarity with other operating systems, such as NetWare, Macintosh, UNIX/Linux, and OS/2, who wants to: further a career in IT by acquiring a foundational knowledge of security topics; prepare for the CompTIA Security+ Certification examination; or use Security+ as the foundation for advanced security certifications or career roles.
UPDATED COURSE MATERIAL includes:
- CompTIA Approved Security + Training Manual
- Mike Myers Security Certification Passport
- Mike Myers Total Tester CD (Exam Prep)
- Knowledge 2 Online Tutorial
Summary Description:
Security+™A CompTIA Certification is the primary course you will need to take if your job responsibilities include securing network services, network devices, and network traffic. It is also the main course you will take to prepare for the CompTIA Security+ examination (exam number SY0-101). In this course, you'll build on your knowledge and professional experience with computer hardware, operating systems, and networks as you acquire the specific skills required to implement basic security services on any type of computer network.
Prerequisites:
- CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications, or equivalent knowledge, and six to nine months experience in networking, including experience configuring and managing TCP/IP. Students can obtain this level of skill and knowledge by taking the following Microbyte courses: A+ Certification: Core Hardware A+ Certification: Operating Systems Network+ Certification: 3rd Edition
- Students can obtain additional TCP/IP knowledge from the Microbyte course Windows 2000: Network and Operating System Basics.
- Although not required, students might find it helpful to obtain foundational information from introductory operating system administration courses.
Topics Covered:
Identifying Security Threats
- Identify Social Engineering Attacks
- Classify Software Attacks
- Identify Hardware Attacks
Hardening Internal Systems and Services
- Harden Base Operating Systems
- Harden Directory Services
- Harden DHCP Servers
- Harden Network File and Print Servers
Hardening Internetwork Devices and Services
- Harden Internetwork Connection Devices
- Harden DNS and BIND Servers
- Harden Web Servers
- Harden FTP Servers
- Harden Network News Transport Protocol (NNTP) Servers
- Harden Email Servers
- Harden Conferencing and Messaging Servers
Securing Network Communications
- Secure Network Traffic Using IP Security (IPSec)
- Secure Wireless Traffic
- Secure Client Internet Access
- Secure the Remote Access Channel
Managing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
- Install a Certificate Authority (CA) Hierarchy
- Harden a Certificate Authority
- Back Up Certificate Authorities
- Restore a Certificate Authority
Managing Certificates
- Enroll Certificates for Entities
- Secure Network Traffic Using Certificates
- Renew Certificates
- Revoke Certificates
- Back Up Certificates and Private Keys
- Restore Certificates and Private Keys
Enforcing Organizational Security Policy
- Enforce Corporate Security Policy Compliance
- Enforce Legal Compliance
- Enforce Physical Security Compliance
- Educate Users
Monitoring the Security Infrastructure
- Scan for Vulnerabilities
- Monitor for Intruders
- Set Up a Honeypot
- Respond to Security Incidents
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Related courses:
A+ Certification (085-815)
Network+ Certification: Fourth Edition (085-821KP)
Certified Ethical Hacker (CSSA)
Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (ECCEH01)
Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (ECCHFI10)
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