CompTIA Security+ Certification Guide: Master IT security essentials and exam topics for CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 certification

by Ian Neil

This is a practical certification guide covering all the exam topics in an easy-to-follow manner backed with mock tests and self-assesment scenarios for better preparation.

Key FeaturesLearn cryptography and various cryptography algorithms for real-world implementationsDiscover security policies, plans, and procedures to protect your security infrastructure Written by Ian Neil, one of the world’s top CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) trainerBook DescriptionCompTIA Security+ is a worldwide certification that establishes the fundamental knowledge required to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. CompTIA Security+ Certification Guide is a best-in-class exam study guide that covers all of CompTIA Security+ 501 exam objectives. It is authored by Ian Neil, who is a world-class trainer of CompTIA Security+ 501. Packed with self-assessment scenarios and realistic exam questions, this guide will help you master the core concepts to succeed in the exam the first time you take it.

Using relevant examples, you will learn all the important security fundamentals from Certificates and Encryption to Identity and Access Management concepts. You will then dive into the important domains of the exam; namely, threats, attacks and vulnerabilities, technologies and tools, architecture and design, risk management, and cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI).

This book comes with over 600 practice questions with detailed explanation that is at the exam level and also includes two mock exams to help you with your study plan. This guide will ensure that encryption and certificates are made easy for you.

What you will learnGet to grips with security fundamentals from Certificates and Encryption to Identity and Access ManagementSecure devices and applications that are used by your companyIdentify the different types of malware and virus and take appropriate actions to protect against themProtect your environment against social engineering and advanced attacksImplement PKI conceptsLearn about secure coding techniques, quality control, and testingTroubleshoot common security issuesWho this book is forThis book is designed for anyone who is seeking to pass the CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 exam. It is a stepping stone for anyone who wants to become a security professional or move into cyber security. This certification guide assumes no prior knowledge of the product.

Table of ContentsUnderstanding Security FundamentalsConducting Risk AnalysisImplementing Security Policies and ProceduresDelving Into Identity And Access ManagementUnderstanding Network ComponentsUnderstanding Cloud Models and VirtualizationManaging Hosts and Application DeploymentsProtecting against attacks and vulnerabilities Implementing Public Key InfrastructureResponding to Security IncidentsManaging Business ContinuityMock Exam 1Mock Exam 2Appendix A - Exam Preparation GuideAppendix B - AcronynsAssessment

Genres: Technology

534 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 29, 2018

Reviews

[Alex Lee · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am not a cybersecurity expert. This book is pretty interesting, it offers a direct kind of "examination knowledge" for cybersecurity -- without going into exam objectives. It does not explain how to do anything it it only explains the kind of knowledge one should be tested on. Essentially it offers a kind of map for one to "memorize" to pass a test, which is the simplest kind of utility for professional licensing.

[Aamir Khan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good study guide for students who don't have a background in IT. Although, it does not go through all the exam objectives, I recommend another guide to supplement this one if you want to pass the exam on the first go.