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CompTIA Security+ Certification Course | Cybersecurity Academy

CompTIA Security+ Certification

The Global Standard for Cybersecurity Skills
Develop the Core Security Skills Required for Cybersecurity Roles

Course Overview

The CompTIA Security+ certification validates the baseline skills needed to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. Our comprehensive course prepares you for the SY0-701 exam while providing hands-on experience with security tools and techniques. Security+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the US DoD to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements.

Duration: 10 Weeks (80 Hours)

🛡️ Hands-On Security

Practice with real security tools including SIEM solutions, vulnerability scanners, and forensic tools in our virtual cyber ranges.

🎯 Exam-Focused Training

Covers all SY0-701 exam objectives with practice questions, performance-based labs, and test-taking strategies.

💼 Career Advancement

Develop skills for roles like Security Administrator, Systems Administrator, and Security Specialist.

Exam SY0-701

  • 90 questions maximum
  • 90 minute duration
  • Passing score: 750 (on scale of 100-900)
  • Performance-based questions
  • Multiple choice questions

Exam Domains

  • General Security Concepts (12%)
  • Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations (22%)
  • Security Architecture (18%)
  • Security Operations (28%)
  • Security Program Management (20%)

What's New

  • Expanded coverage of current threats
  • Enhanced cloud security concepts
  • Zero Trust architecture principles
  • Operational Technology (OT) security
  • Increased focus on governance and compliance

Recommended Prerequisites

CompTIA Network+ certification and 2 years of IT administration experience with focus on security, or equivalent knowledge.

Course Modules

Security Fundamentals

  • Security concepts and terminology
  • Security controls and frameworks
  • Cryptography concepts and algorithms
  • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
  • Risk management concepts

Threats and Vulnerabilities

  • Malware and attack types
  • Social engineering techniques
  • Application vulnerabilities
  • Wireless and mobile threats
  • Cloud-specific threats

Security Architecture

  • Secure network design concepts
  • Secure system design
  • Cloud and virtualization security
  • Identity and access management
  • Zero Trust architecture

Security Operations

  • Security assessment tools
  • Incident response procedures
  • Digital forensics basics
  • Logging and monitoring
  • Automation and orchestration

Governance and Compliance

  • Security policies and procedures
  • Regulatory compliance standards
  • Risk management frameworks
  • Security awareness training
  • Business continuity concepts

Security Administrator

$65,000 - $95,000

Systems Administrator

$60,000 - $90,000

Security Specialist

$70,000 - $110,000

Network Administrator

$60,000 - $85,000

Ready to Launch Your Cybersecurity Career?

Join our next cohort and gain the skills that qualify you for in-demand security roles. Enrollment includes exam voucher, virtual lab access, and 12 months of mentor support.

Payment plans available • 97% exam pass rate