CompTIA Security+ Certification

Module 1 – General Security Concepts

• Fundamental security concepts (e.g., CIA Triad – Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability)
• Security controls (preventative, detective, corrective, deterrent, compensating)
• Common threats, vulnerabilities, and attack types (e.g., phishing, malware, insider threats)
• Risk management principles and frameworks

Module 2 – Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations

• Different types of cyber threats (e.g., ransomware, zero-day attacks)
• Vulnerability scanning vs. penetration testing
• Security best practices for software, web apps, and cloud environments
• Common attack techniques (e.g., SQL injection, cross-site scripting)

Module 3 – Security Architecture

• Secure network architecture concepts (e.g., DMZ, segmentation, firewalls)
• Identity and access management (IAM) best practices
• Cloud security principles and secure system design
• Security controls for wireless networks and IoT devices

Module 4 – Security Operations

• Security incident detection and response
• Digital forensics basics (evidence collection, chain of custody)
• Security monitoring tools (SIEM, IDS/IPS, logging)
• Endpoint and mobile security solutions
• Security automation and orchestration

Module 5 – Security Program Management and Oversight

• Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC)
• Regulatory frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)
• Security awareness training and best practices
• Disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity planning (BCP)