SSCP Systems Security Certified Practitioner

The world of IT security is fast-paced and exciting, with the potential for high earnings—but it can also be competitive. To stay ahead, you will need a certification like the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP), a premier credential that is ideal for those wanting to begin or advance a career in computer networking or security. An SSCP exam prep course is a great way to ensure you have the knowledge to succeed—and take on more responsibility with your current or future employer.

You will learn crucial topics such as authentication, identity management, and network trusts. You will also master cloud computing security concepts, network data security, wireless security, and cellular technologies. This SSCP training course will explore and cover malware identification and mitigation, risk management, security assessment, incident handling, cryptography, encryption, PKI, certificates, security auditing, and systems monitoring and analysis.

This advanced, online SSCP certification course will prepare you for the industry-recognized certification exam offered by ISC2, the world's leading member association for cybersecurity professionals, and help you further your career as a network administrator or security administrator and help you stay up to date on your skills if you already work in the information technology (IT) sector.

The SSCP is one of the best cybersecurity certifications you can earn, especially as an entry-level professional. Note: You must possess a minimum of one year of full-time experience in one or more of the seven domains of the current SSCP Exam Outline.

What you will learn

• Understand authentication, identity management, and network trusts
• Master cloud computing security concepts, as well as network data security
• Learn about wireless security and cellular technologies
• Explore malware identification and mitigation
• Discover risk management, security assessment, and incident handling
• Practice cryptography, encryption, PKI, and certificates
• Understand security auditing and systems monitoring and analysis

How you will benefit

• Become prepared to work as a Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
• Prepare yourself for a career as an information security analyst, computer system analyst, security management specialist, or computer user support specialist
• Begin or advance your career in computer networking or security

1. Security Operations and Administration
   1. What is ISC/SSCP
   2. Security Basics
   3. Segregation of duties
   4. Security controls
   5. Administrative controls
   6. Assessing compliance
   7. Types of security controls
   8. Asset management
   9. Change management lifecycle
2. Access Controls
   1. Types of authentication
   2. Access Controls
   3. RBAC
   4. Rule Based Access Control
   5. MAC
   6. DAC
   7. Trust relationships
   8. Transitive
   9. Zero
   10. Identity management
   11. Authorization
3. Risk Identification
   1. Definitions – risk, risk management, vulnerability
   2. Determining risk levels
   3. Key Risk Indicator
   4. Types of risk responses
   5. Acceptance
   6. Mitigation
   7. Identifying risks and vulnerabilities
   8. Creating baselines and anomalies
   9. Risk management frameworks (RMF) – enterprise level
   10. COBIT
   11. Vulnerability management planning
   12. Creating reports
   13. Remediation
   14. Continuous monitoring
   15. Slow performance of systems/crashing
   16. Network
   17. Metrics and data analysis
   18. Event triggers
   19. Legal restraints
4. Incident Response
   1. Response plan
   2. Documenting a response plan
   3. First steps
   4. Recording any changes/moves made to secure data – chain of custody
   5. Contain damage (disconnect drives, etc)
   6. Next steps
   7. Plan on how to resolve issue
   8. Investigate source of incident – forensic investigation
   9. Begin recovery
   10. Document all actions
   11. After actions reporting
   12. Document future prevention plan
   13. Provide employee/personal training to avoid repeat scenario
   14. Backup planning
   15. Testing backups
   16. Emergency response plans
5. Cryptography
   1. Laws and regulations
   2. ISO
   3. Data encryption
   4. Encryption during transit
   5. Encryption at rest
   6. Strength of encryptions
   7. What is Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
   8. Certificate authority
   9. What uses PKI
   10. Key creation and destruction
   11. PGP
   12. GPG
   13. Blockchain
   14. Nonrepudiation
   15. Digital Signatures
   16. HMAC
   17. Security protocols
   18. SSL/TLS
   19. S/MIME
   20. DKIM
6. Network and Communication Security
   1. Parts of a network
   2. Routers/switches
   3. Firewalls
   4. IDS/IPS
   5. TCP/IP model
   6. OSI Model
   7. Compare/contrast models side by side
   8. Important protocols in IP stack
   9. HTTP
   10. Email protocols
   11. Other common protocols – FTP, DNS
   12. Network topologies
   13. Bus
   14. Ring
   15. Hybrid
   16. Peer-to-peer
   17. Switches
   18. VLANs
   19. Switchport abilities
   20. Trunking
   21. Routers
   22. Routing protocols
   23. Load balancing
   24. RADIUS
   25. TACACS
   26. ACLs
   27. Remote access through VPN
   28. VPN
   29. Types
   30. Function
   31. VPN topology
   32. Firewalls
   33. Selecting an appropriate technology
   34. Best practices
   35. Firewall evasion
   36. Other devices
   37. Wireless topology
   38. Wireless Standards
   39. Encryption
   40. Authentication
   41. Threats
   42. Prevention
   43. Placement of APs/antennas
   44. Bluetooth
   45. NFC technology
7. Systems and Applications Security
1. Network attacks
2. Ransomware
3. Trojans
4. Exploits
5. Spyware/Adware
6. Man in the Middle
7. Rootkits
8. Social Engineering attacks
9. Whaling
10. Password hacking
11. System hardening
12. Anti-Virus
13. Host based IDS
14. Host Based firewalls
15. Utilities
16. Common types
17. Application whitelisting
18. Mobile device management
19. Encryption
20. Mobile application management
21. Restrictions
22. DLP
23. Disk encryption
24. File level encryption
25. Containerization
26. Cloud security
27. Data transmission
28. Benefits/drawbacks of cloud
29. Data ownership in cloud environments
30. Virtualization

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.

• Study guide
• Practice exams

The following textbook(s) will also be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

• SSCP Systems Security Certified Practitioner All-in-One Exam Guide, 3rd Edition

Prerequisites:

This is an advanced level course. You should have a base knowledge about computer hardware, networking, and security knowledge. It is recommended that you should either first take CompTIA A+ and Network+ or have the equivalent of two years of experience working with computers.

• Systems administration experience
• Familiarity with TCP/IP
• An understanding of UNIX, Linux, and Windows
• Intermediate-level knowledge of network security concepts

Certification Requirements:

Candidates must have a minimum of one-year full-time experience in one or more of the seven domains of the current SSCP Exam Outline. Earning a post-secondary degree (bachelors or masters) in computer science, information technology (IT) or related fields may satisfy up to one year of the required experience. Part-time work and internships may also count towards the experience requirement.

Derrick Coston

Derrick Coston is a blue-team cybersecurity professional. Derrick has run a team of cybersecurity professionals for a major financial institution. Outside of teaching classes such as CISA and CISSP, Derrick serves as a cybersecurity consultant and auditor for organizations, and performs security assessments for large organizations.

What is the average salary of a SSCP holder?

According to ZipRecruiter, the SSCP certification prepares for several different roles with differing salaries:

• Systems administrator - Salary $88,927 (average annual)
• Cybersecurity analyst – Salary $99,400 (average annual)
• Network manager – Salary $106,570 (average annual)
• Information systems security officer - Salary $118,327 (average annual)
• Network and computer systems administrator - Salary $83,055 (average annual)

Does this course prepare you for a certification?

Yes, this course will prepare you for the Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) exam offered by ISC2. (Exam not included)

What are the requirements to take the SSCP exam?

Valid experience includes information systems security-related work performed or work that requires information security knowledge and involves direct application of that knowledge. For the SSCP certification, one year of cumulative work experience in one or more of the seven domains of the SSCP CBK is required. If you do not have the required experience, you may still sit for the exam and become an Associate of ISC2until you have gained the required experience. To take the exam, you have to schedule it at an authorized testing center scheduled through VUE. A score of 700 out of 1000 is required to pass.

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.

What kind of support will I receive?

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

What happens when I complete the course?

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

Am I guaranteed a job?

Hope Training Academy courses will help you gain the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.

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