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Course Description

This continuing education course is designed for professionals in information assurance and cybersecurity careers and help students prepare in part for the CompTIA Security+ exam objectives. Topics include (1) network security, (2) compliance and operational security, (3) threats and vulnerabilities, (4) application, data and host security, (5) access control and identity management and (6) cryptography.

Learning Objectives

  • Explain basic concepts of network security.
  • Analyze and assess threats and vulnerabilities for information and information systems.
  • Identify and provide examples of operational security concerns.
  • Evaluate hardware and software solutions for access control and identity management.
  • Prepare, in part, for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.