CompTIA Security+

CompTIA Security+ meets the ISO 17024 standard and is approved by the U.S. Department of Defense to fulfill Directive 8570.01-M requirements. Once you obtain your Security+ you automatically have the CE designation required in the DoD Directive 8570.01 manual and going forward must comply with the CE program requirement of completing 50 CEUs in three years to maintain the credential. Security+ is also compliant with government regulations under Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA).

This course is taught by industry professionals, will build a strong conceptual knowledge of security techniques and prepare students for the Security+ certification exam as well as build their skill sets to move forward in real world computing careers.

Security+ validates knowledge of communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, operational security, and general security concepts. The course curriculum covers prevention of information technology theft and security of intellectual property as well as theory of security implementation and management. Industry and government employers have a growing need for skilled computer security professionals to combat hackers, decrease financial losses and secure valuable data.

Participants after completing this course will be able to:

• Help identify attacks and vulnerabilities to mitigate them before they infiltrate
• Understand secure virtualization, secure application deployment, and automation concepts
• Identify and implement the best protocols and encryption
  Understand the importance of compliance

32 hours of virtual, facilitated course time is required.

Domain 1: General Security Concepts
Domain 2: Threats, Vulnerabilities and Mitigation
Domain 3: Security Architecture
Domain 4: Security Operations
Domain 5: Security Program Management and Oversight

Security+ SY0-701 Exam
The Security+ exam is 90 minutes long and comprises a maximum of 90 multiple choice questions and performance based questions examining the applicant’s knowledge and understanding of the five Security+ domains. The results are computed on a scaled score, with a score of 750 or more out of a 900-point maximum needed to qualify for the credential.

Security+ has no required prerequisites for admittance.

Students are responsible for purchasing course materials and paying for professional certification exams, if applicable.

*This program is authorized for WIOA funding for eligible applicants. For information, click here.

Maryville Course Fee: $1,600

Estimated course material cost: $72
Estimated exam fee: $392
Estimated total cost to complete this course: $2,064