Welcome to our comprehensive CompTIA CySA + certification (CS0-002) training course, where you’ll gain the expertise to become a certified cybersecurity analyst. This course is specifically designed to teach you how to apply behavioral analytics to networks and devices, enabling you to proactively defend against cybersecurity threats through continuous security monitoring. By the end of this course, you’ll be well-prepared and knowledgeable of the CySA+ objectives to pass the CompTIA CySA+ certification exam, validating your ability to enhance and safeguard an organization’s security.
Included in this Course:
- 14 Training Hours
- 36 On-demand Videos with Closed Captions
- 6 Topics Covered
- 100 Prep Questions
- Certificate of Completion
Course Description
Our CySA+ (Plus) training course empowers you to become a cybersecurity analyst capable of preventing, detecting, and countering cyber threats effectively. Through continuous security monitoring, you’ll learn to identify vulnerabilities and apply proactive cybersecurity measures to protect organizations from breaches. With expertise in threat intelligence analysis and cybersecurity fundamentals, you’ll be in high demand as organizations recognize the importance of proactive access monitoring and threat prevention.
Opportunities for Certified Cybersecurity Analysts (CySA)
Cybersecurity professionals with CompTIA CySA + (Plus) certification, CS0-002, are highly sought after due to the ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity threats. As a certified cybersecurity analyst, you’ll play a crucial role in the front lines of security, analyzing log files, identifying application vulnerabilities, and interpreting data to recommend appropriate security measures. With the increasing influx of cyber threats, the role of a cybersecurity analyst remains pivotal in safeguarding organizations.
CompTIA CySA+ CS0-002 – Exam Objectives
The CompTIA CySA+ certification (CS0-002) exam assesses your ability to leverage intelligence and threat detection techniques, analyze and interpret data, identify and address vulnerabilities, suggest preventative measures, and respond to and recover from security incidents. The exam consists of up to 85 test questions, a combination of multiple-choice and performance-based items, with a duration of 165 minutes. The passing score is 750 on a scale of 100-900, and official certification is provided by CompTIA.
CySA + CompTIA Course Modules
Module 1: Threat and Vulnerability Management
In this module, students will learn about the significance of threat data and intelligence in supporting organizational security. They will understand how to utilize threat intelligence to assess and respond to security threats effectively. Additionally, students will explore vulnerability management activities, including analyzing output from vulnerability assessment tools. Specialized technology and cloud-based operations’ threats and vulnerabilities will be explained, and students will learn how to implement controls to mitigate attacks and software vulnerabilities.
Module 2: Software and Systems Security
This module focuses on applying security solutions for infrastructure management, covering various scenarios and best practices for software and hardware assurance. Students will learn how to secure and manage different aspects of the IT infrastructure, including software and hardware components.
Module 3: Security Operations and Monitoring
In this module, students will learn about security monitoring activities, data analysis, and configuration changes to enhance security. Proactive threat hunting and automation concepts and technologies will also be discussed to prepare students for effectively managing security operations and monitoring in an organization.
Module 4: Incident Response
The importance of the incident response process will be emphasized in this module. Students will learn how to apply appropriate incident response procedures when dealing with security incidents. Basic digital forensic techniques and analyzing potential indicators of compromise will be covered to help students handle security incidents effectively.
Module 5: Compliance and Assessment
This module delves into the significance of data privacy and protection and how to apply security concepts to support organizational risk mitigation. Students will learn about frameworks, policies, procedures, and controls that are essential for maintaining compliance and conducting security assessments.
Module 6: Afterword
The final module serves as a recap of the CySA course, providing a review of key concepts covered in the previous modules. Review questions will help reinforce students’ understanding of the material and prepare them for the certification exam.
Overall, the course covers various aspects of cybersecurity analysis, including threat intelligence, vulnerability management, incident response, security operations, and compliance, providing students with the knowledge and skills required to become proficient cybersecurity analysts and pass the CompTIA CySA+ cert exam.
