Duration: 4-days instructor-led

Course Description

This 4-day instructor-led bootcamp is designed to prepare participants for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam through a blend of lecture, discussion, and hands-on labs. The course covers the five primary domains tested on the exam: General Security Concepts, Threats and Vulnerabilities, Security Architecture, Security Operations, and Security Program Management. Participants will learn how to secure networks, manage identity and access, assess risks, handle incidents, and apply foundational cybersecurity principles in real-world environments.

Through instructor-led explanations and practical labs, learners will gain the confidence and technical knowledge required to pass the exam and perform effectively in security-focused roles.

Prerequisites

Participants should have:

• Basic understanding of computer networks, operating systems, and IT concepts
• Completion of CompTIA Network+ is recommended but not required
• At least 1 year of experience in IT administration with a focus on security is helpful

Key Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Identify and mitigate common cyber threats and vulnerabilities
• Apply secure network and system design principles
• Configure access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Detect and respond to security incidents
• Understand key regulatory and compliance concepts
• Prepare effectively for the Security+ SY0-701 certification exam

Course Takeaways

• Hands-on experience with real-world security scenarios
• Detailed exam-focused materials and study tools
• Full access to lab exercises and simulation environments
• A personal exam preparation plan
• Certificate of course completion

Module 1: General Security Concepts and Threats

Topics Covered

• CIA Triad and security objectives
• Threat actors and attack vectors
• Common attack types (phishing, ransomware, supply chain)
• Penetration testing vs. vulnerability scanning
• Security controls: physical, administrative, and technical

Hands-On Labs

• Lab 1: Analyze a simulated phishing email and identify red flags
• Lab 2: Use online tools to investigate indicators of compromise (IoCs)
• Lab 3: Map security controls to mitigation strategies for known attack types

Module 2: Identity, Access, and Network Security

Topics Covered

• Authentication, authorization, and accounting (AAA)
• Identity federation, MFA, and SSO concepts
• Role-based and attribute-based access control models
• Network segmentation, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless security
• Secure communication protocols and port usage

Hands-On Labs

• Lab 4: Configure and test multi-factor authentication on a sample system
• Lab 5: Build a network ACL using firewall rules in a simulated environment
• Lab 6: Simulate secure VPN setup and remote access restrictions

Module 3: Security Architecture and Operations

Topics Covered

• Secure system and application design principles
• Endpoint protection and hardening techniques
• Mobile and cloud security basics
• Logging, monitoring, and SIEM integration
• Backup and recovery strategies

Hands-On Labs

• Lab 7: Harden a Windows or Linux machine using CIS Benchmarks
• Lab 8: Set up a basic SIEM dashboard using sample logs
• Lab 9: Perform a backup and simulate data recovery

Module 4: Risk Management, Incident Response, and Exam PrepTopics Covered

• Risk management frameworks and best practices
• Business continuity and disaster recovery planning
• Incident response lifecycle
• Legal and regulatory compliance (HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS)
• Study strategies and exam question breakdown

Hands-On Labs

• Lab 10: Complete a mini risk assessment using sample assets
• Lab 11: Perform log analysis from a simulated incident
• Lab 12: Walk through a full incident response scenario and document findings