CompTIA Security+ certifies foundational IT security knowledge and skills, covering threat management, network security, cryptography, and policies. It’s designed for IT professionals aiming for security roles, offering a vendor-neutral curriculum that emphasizes practical problem-solving. Ideal for positions like security administrator and network administrator, it sets the stage for a career in cybersecurity.
- Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities: Understanding various types of cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
- Technologies and Tools: Using security technologies and tools to secure networks and manage risks.
- Architecture and Design: Principles of secure network architecture and system design.
- Identity and Access Management: Managing access control and identity verification to protect information.
- Risk Management: Identifying and addressing security risks, and understanding policies, laws, and regulations.
- Cryptography and PKI: Applying cryptographic standards and public key infrastructure to secure communications.
- Wireless and Network Security: Securing wireless networks and implementing network security protocols and components.
Before tackling the CompTIA Security+ certification, you should have:
- Basic knowledge of computer and network security concepts.
- Familiarity with IT terminology and infrastructure.
- Ideally, CompTIA Network+ certification or equivalent knowledge, plus two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus.