CompTIA SecurityX Certification Training (Voucher Included)

From small businesses to large corporations, nearly every organization needs cybersecurity. With security being the fastest-growing sector in the IT field, earning a CompTIA SecurityX certification, formerly known as the CASP+ certification, boosts your professional profile.

This CompTIA SecurityX training provides you with the knowledge and skills to support IT governance and risk management, leverage collaboration to support security, and utilize research and analysis to secure the enterprise. The course delves into advanced authentication and authorization techniques, cryptographic techniques, and security controls for hosts, mobile devices, and networks. It also covers integrating security into the systems and software development lifecycle and conducting security assessments.

To equip you for success upon course completion, the course covers incident response and recovery strategies, better enabling your understanding of security incidents you may face post-graduation.

This CompTIA SecurityX course will prepare you for the SecurityX certification exam in a flexible, online environment. This course offers enrollment with a SecurityX exam voucher. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for the CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) certifying exam upon eligibility. Proctor fees may apply, which are not included.

What you will learn

• Review IT governance in the enterprise with an emphasis on managing risk
• Use research and analysis to secure the enterprise
• Integrate advanced authentication and authorization techniques
• Implement cryptographic techniques, security controls for hosts and mobile devices, network security, and security in the systems and software development lifecycle
• Leverage collaboration tools and technology to support enterprise security
• Conduct security assessments and respond and recover from security incidents
• Integrate hosts, storage, networks, applications, virtual environments, and cloud technologies in a secure enterprise architecture

How you will benefit

• Gain skills in five key areas: risk management, security architecture, security operations, security integration, and research and development
• Receive a prepaid voucher that covers the cost of the CompTIA SecurityX (CAS-005) exam
• Build confidence toward successfully completing the SecurityX certification exam
• Become recognized by CompTIA, a global leader in certification, training, and career development
• Prove comprehensive cybersecurity knowledge to employers

1. Governance, Risk, and Compliance
2. Security Architecture
3. Security Engineering
4. Security Operations

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Virtual Labs included with course
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and available online.

• Study guide
• Virtual labs
• Practice exams

Prerequisites:

While there are no prerequisites to take this course, CompTIA recommends a minimum of ten years of experience in IT administration with at least five years of hands-on technical security experience.

Certification Requirements:

Learn more about the SecurityX exam certification requirements.

Christopher Paul

Christopher Paul is a seasoned IT professional, cybersecurity expert, and Army veteran. He brings 15 years of experience, having previously held positions in military cybersecurity and tech startups. His robust skill set includes leadership, team building, active directory, data center, computer network operations, and more.

Christopher currently holds certifications in ISC2 SSCP, CompTIA CASP+, and CompTIA PenTest+. Outside work, he enjoys spending time with his two sons, running with his labradoodle, and playing the drums.

What is the CompTIA SecurityX certification? What jobs can I get with a SecurityX certification?

According to CompTIA, the SecurityX certification prepares for the following occupations: security architect, security engineer, technical lead analyst, and application security engineer.

What kind of salary can I get from a CompTIA SecurityX certification?

ZipRecruiter data shows the SecurityX certification prepares you for multiple job titles. Each commands its own salary. These roles include:

• Security engineer salary: $152,773 annually
• Application security engineer salary: $138,117 annually
• Security architect salary: $149,349 annually
• Technical lead analyst salary: $156,348 annually

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

This course will prepare you for the CompTIA SecurityX exam, and you will receive an exam voucher after successful completion of the course and financial obligation.

Who should earn a SecurityX Certification?

The SecurityX is ideal for security architects, technical lead analysts, application security engineers, and security engineers who want to verify their advanced knowledge of IT security practices. Learn more about the certification requirements.

Which version of the exam does the course prepare?

The CompTIA Certification exams typically update every few years. Please check with an Enrollment Representative to confirm the version listed in the description is current or if a new version is upcoming.

How long does it take to complete this course?

After you register, you will receive 6 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.

When can I start this course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

What if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

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Upon successfully passing the final exam, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from the school or organization that you registered through.

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