CompTIA Security+ Certification

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A Quick Glance

Gain IT security skills
Prepare for a career in IT security
Get ready for the CompTIA Security+ exam
Includes official CompTIA courseware and materials

CompTIA Security+ is an IT security certification which provides fundamental cybersecurity skills and prepares holders for intermediate-level IT security careers. CompTIA Security+ is a prerequisite for many security jobs and the ideal stepping stone to further certifications.

Our CompTIA Security+ course provides 4 days of rigorous preparation for the CompTIA Security+ exam, looking at security theory, management and the practicalities of protecting software and hardware.

Who should take this course

The CompTIA Security+ course is intended for the following professionals:

Security Administrator
Systems Administrator
Network Administrator
Penetration Test
Security Architect
Security Engineer
Security Consultant

Prerequisites

Anybody can attend, but it's recommended to have CompTIA Network+ certification and at least two years of experience in IT administration.

Threats, attacks and vulnerabilities
Technologies and tools
Architecture and design
Identity and access management
Risk management
Cryptography and PKI

Key Learning Points

Tutor Support

Course Overview

Security+ certification requires the passing of one exam: SY0-501.

The exam acknowledges that those who pass it have the knowledge and skills required to install and configure secure applications and devices and take part in risk mitigation activities to protect systems.

Course Content

Identifying Security Threats:

Identify Social Engineering Attacks
Classify Network Attacks
Classify Software Based Attacks

Hardening Internal Systems:

Harden Base Operating Systems and Directory Services
DHCP Services
DHCP Servers
Network File
Print Servers

Internetwork Devices and Services:

Hardening Internetwork Connection Devices
DNS and BIND Servers
Web Servers and FTP Servers
Email Servers

Securing Network Communications:

Secure Network Traffic Using IP Security (IPSec)
Wireless Traffic
Client Internet Access
Remote Access Channel

Public Key Infrastructure:

Install a Certificate Authority (CA) Hierarchy
Back Up Certificate Authorities
Restore a Certificate Authority

Monitoring the Security Infrastructure:

Scan for Vulnerabilities
Monitor for Intruders
Respond to Security Incidents

Enforcing Organisational Security Policy:

Enforce Corporate Security Policy Compliance
Legal Compliance
Physical Security Compliance
Educate Users

CompTIA Training

What is CompTIA Certification?

CompTIA is the Computing Technology Industry Association. Created in 1982, among other duties it issues professional IT certifications for those who pass exams. CompTIA’s certifications are issued in over 120 countries and it has provided certifications to 2.2 million people.

Steps for achieving CompTIA certification with us:

The first step is to enrol onto one of our CompTIA certification courses. These are:

CompTIA A+ - Gain an understanding of the fundamentals of IT hardware, technologies and operating systems
CompTIA Security+ - Specialise in network security and learn the core skills required to solve problems and maintain cybersecurity
CompTIA Network+ - Learn how to configure, manage and administrate networks

Choose from online, classroom or virtual training.
Once you’ve finished your course and are ready, use the provided exam voucher to book your exam.

Advantages of CompTIA certification

Industry-recognised and respected
Aligned to specific IT career paths and employer expectations
Provides core skills which can be used with any technology, hardware or software
Join a community of IT professionals with exclusive access to materials and advice to help you in your career

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About Peterborough

Peterborough

In Cambridgeshire, a cathedral city is located called Peterborough. It had a population of 183,631 in 2011. Historically, it is a part of Northamptonshire. It is 121 km north of London located on River Nene which flows into the North Sea 48 km to north-east. Between London and Edinburgh, a railway station on East Coast Main Line is an important stop.

Human settlement in this area started before Bronze Age. Monasteries were built in an Anglo-Saxon period called Medeshamstede which was later known as Peterborough Cathedral.

After the arrival of railways, the population grew rapidly. Peterborough is known for its brick manufacturing. Population and housing expanded. Industrial employment declined with a significant proportion of commercial distribution and services.

History

In 1901, the population of Peterborough was 30,000. During the 20th century, conditions in Peterborough got improved. In 1900 Peterborough gained an electricity supply. In Cumbergate FeoFee almshouses were constructed in the year 1903. Between 1903 and 1930 electric trams started running through streets of Peterborough.

In 1911 first cinema was opened. In 1920s first council houses were established in Peterborough. In 1928 War Memorial Hospital was built. City Museum was opened in 1929. In 1933 new Town Hall was built. New bridge over Nene in Peterborough was constructed in 1934. The public swimming pool was opened in 1938.

In 20th century, many industries developed in Peterborough that include tool and corset making. Destiny of Peterborough changed forever in 1967 when it was decided to establish it as a new town. At that time Peterborough had a population of around 80,000. In 1968 Development Corporation was formed.

Construction began dramatically in 1970 at Peterborough. In the 1970s and 1980s new suburban areas were established at Orton and Bretton. New District Hospital was established in 1969 in Peterborough. This hospital was incorporated with old War Memorial Hospital. In 1973 Key Theatre was built.

The new shopping centre was opened in Peterborough in late 20th century. In 1964, Hereward Cross Centre was opened. In 1982 Queensgate Centre was opened. In 1989 Rivergate Centre was opened. Peterborough included various industries like a brick, tile marking, diesel engines, farm machinery and electrical equipment. The present population of Peterborough is 186,000.