CompTIA Security+ is the certification globally trusted to validate foundational, vendor-neutral IT security knowledge and skills. As a benchmark for best practices in IT security, this certification covers the essential principles for network security and risk management – making it an important stepping stone of an IT security career. IT security is paramount to organizations as cloud computing and mobile devices have changed the way we do business. With the massive amounts of data transmitted and stored on networks throughout the world, it’s essential to have effective security practices in place.

CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized credential with certified professionals working in over 147 countries throughout the world. CompTIA Security+ meets the ISO 17024 standard and is approved by U.S. Department of Defense to fulfill Directive 8570.01-M requirements. It is compliant with government regulations under the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA).

The entry-level position for a CompTIA Security+ certified professional is a systems administrator, while the middle and senior level positions include network administrator, information technology specialist, information technology manager, and information security analyst.

Learning Objective 

This CompTIA Security+ course is an excellent starting point for a career in information security and will prepare you to pass the Security+ exam.