CompTIA Security Plus Boot Camp Training

CompTIA Security+ Boot Camp – Comprehensive 5-Day Curriculum

Day 1: Security Fundamentals

Morning Session (9am-12pm)

Security Concepts and Principles (2 hours)

• CIA Triad in Depth
  • Confidentiality: Access controls, encryption, steganography
  • Integrity: Hashing, digital signatures, certificates
  • Availability: Redundancy, fault tolerance, disaster recovery
  • Extended models: Non-repudiation, authenticity, accountability
• Security Controls Classification
  • Administrative controls: Policies, standards, procedures
  • Technical controls: Authentication, encryption, firewalls
  • Physical controls: Badges, locks, biometrics
  • Control categories: Preventive, detective, corrective, compensating
  • Control implementation: Mandatory, discretionary, role-based
• Defense in Depth Strategies
  • Layered security approach implementation
  • Network segmentation principles
  • Asset classification and protection requirements
  • Risk-based security control application
  • Security zones and boundaries implementation

Threat Actor Types and Attributes (1 hour)

• Nation-state Actors
  • Characteristics and motivations
  • Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
  • Notable examples and attack patterns
  • Attribution challenges
• Organized Crime
  • Financial motivation patterns
  • Ransomware-as-a-Service operations
  • Dark web marketplaces and services
  • Monetization techniques
• Hacktivists and Insider Threats
  • Hacktivist motivations and techniques
  • Types of insider threats (malicious, negligent, compromised)
  • Insider threat indicators
  • Privilege misuse patterns
  • Social engineering vulnerability

Afternoon Session (1pm-5pm)

Hands-on Lab: Security Control Implementation (2 hours)

• Lab 1: Access Control Configuration
  • Implementing RBAC on a Windows Server
  • Configuring file and share permissions
  • Setting up user account restrictions
  • Documenting control effectiveness
• Lab 2: Security Baseline Implementation
  • Applying security templates
  • Implementing group policies
  • Configuring audit policies
  • Analyzing security configurations

Malware Analysis and Classification (2 hours)

• Viruses, Worms, and Trojans
  • Infection vectors and propagation methods
  • Payload analysis and behavior patterns
  • Detection techniques and evasion methods
  • Case studies of significant outbreaks
• Ransomware Attack Patterns
  • Infection chain analysis
  • Data encryption techniques
  • Command and control communications
  • Extortion strategies and payment mechanisms
  • Prevention and recovery strategies
• Fileless Malware Techniques
  • Memory-resident execution methods
  • PowerShell and scripting attacks
  • Living-off-the-land techniques
  • Detection challenges and solutions
  • Advanced behavioral analysis

Day 2: Network Security and Architecture

Morning Session (9am-12pm)

Network Architecture Security (2 hours)

• Secure Network Design Principles
  • Defense in depth implementation
  • Network segmentation strategies
  • DMZ architecture and implementation
  • Zero trust network principles
  • Micro-segmentation techniques
• Secure Protocols and Services
  • Protocol security analysis (HTTP, FTP, SMTP, etc.)
  • Secure alternatives (HTTPS, SFTP, FTPS, etc.)
  • TLS implementation and configuration
  • Certificate validation and management
  • Protocol vulnerability mitigation
• Network Components Security
  • Router and switch hardening
  • Firewall deployment strategies
  • IDS/IPS placement and configuration
  • Load balancer security
  • Proxy server implementation

Wireless Network Security (1 hour)

• Wireless Encryption Standards
  • WEP, WPA, WPA2, and WPA3 comparison
  • Enterprise vs. Personal mode implementation
  • Encryption algorithm strengths and weaknesses
  • Key management and distribution
• Wireless Attack Vectors
  • Evil twin attacks
  • Rogue access points
  • Deauthentication attacks
  • KRACK and other protocol vulnerabilities
  • Jamming and interference
• Secure Wireless Implementation
  • Site surveys and coverage planning
  • 802.1X and RADIUS integration
  • Captive portal security
  • Guest network isolation
  • Wireless IDS deployment

Afternoon Session (1pm-5pm)

Hands-on Lab: Network Security Implementation (2 hours)

• Lab 3: Firewall Configuration
  • Implementing rule bases on hardware/software firewalls
  • Configuring application layer filtering
  • Testing and validating rule effectiveness
  • Analyzing firewall logs
• Lab 4: Wireless Security Setup
  • Configuring WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise
  • Implementing 802.1X authentication
  • Setting up RADIUS integration
  • Testing secure wireless connections

Security Device Configuration (2 hours)

• Firewall Technologies
  • Stateful vs. stateless inspection
  • Next-generation firewall features
  • Web application firewall configuration
  • Firewall rule optimization
  • High availability implementation
• Intrusion Detection/Prevention
  • Signature-based detection configuration
  • Anomaly-based detection tuning
  • False positive management
  • Alert prioritization
  • IDS/IPS placement strategies
• SIEM Implementation
  • Log collection and aggregation
  • Correlation rule development
  • Alert configuration
  • Dashboard creation
  • Incident response integration

Day 3: Identity and Access Management

Morning Session (9am-12pm)

Authentication Technologies (2 hours)

• Authentication Factors
  • Something you know (passwords, PINs)
  • Something you have (smart cards, tokens)
  • Something you are (biometrics)
  • Somewhere you are (geolocation)
  • Something you do (behavioral biometrics)
• Multi-factor Authentication Implementation
  • MFA deployment strategies
  • Push notifications vs. OTP
  • Hardware token integration
  • Biometric authentication implementation
  • Risk-based authentication
• Single Sign-On and Federation
  • SAML implementation
  • OAuth and OpenID Connect
  • JWT token security
  • Cross-domain authentication
  • Trust relationships

Access Control Models (1 hour)

• Discretionary Access Control (DAC)
  • Implementation techniques
  • Ownership and delegation
  • Permission inheritance
  • DAC limitations
• Mandatory Access Control (MAC)
  • Security labels and classifications
  • SELinux implementation
  • Rule-based access control
  • MAC in high-security environments
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
  • Role engineering principles
  • Role hierarchy design
  • Separation of duties implementation
  • Role lifecycle management
  • Least privilege implementation

Afternoon Session (1pm-5pm)

Hands-on Lab: Identity Management (2 hours)

• Lab 5: Active Directory Security
  • Implementing Group Policy Objects
  • Setting up fine-grained password policies
  • Configuring account lockout policies
  • Implementing privileged access management
• Lab 6: MFA Implementation
  • Configuring multi-factor authentication
  • Testing various authentication factors
  • Implementing application integration
  • Troubleshooting authentication issues

Identity and Access Management Implementation (2 hours)

• Account Management
  • User provisioning/de-provisioning
  • Privileged account management
  • Service account security
  • Shared account policies
  • Account recertification processes
• Directory Services Security
  • Active Directory security hardening
  • LDAP security implementation
  • Directory replication security
  • Schema security
  • Administrative delegation
• Cloud Identity Management
  • Azure AD/Entra ID implementation
  • AWS IAM configuration
  • Google Cloud IAM
  • Cross-cloud identity federation
  • Cloud privilege management

Day 4: Risk Management and Compliance

Morning Session (9am-12pm)

Risk Management Fundamentals (2 hours)

• Risk Assessment Methodologies
  • Quantitative vs. qualitative analysis
  • Threat modeling techniques (STRIDE, DREAD)
  • Vulnerability scoring (CVSS)
  • Asset valuation methodologies
  • Risk calculation and prioritization
• Risk Treatment Options
  • Accept, transfer, mitigate, avoid
  • Cost-benefit analysis for controls
  • Residual risk evaluation
  • Risk treatment plans
  • Risk ownership and accountability
• Business Impact Analysis
  • Critical function identification
  • Recovery time objectives (RTO)
  • Recovery point objectives (RPO)
  • Business continuity planning
  • Disaster recovery strategy

Vulnerability Management (1 hour)

• Vulnerability Assessment Process
  • Scanning methodology
  • Authenticated vs. unauthenticated scanning
  • Scan frequency determination
  • Coverage and scope planning
  • False positive management
• Penetration Testing
  • Methodology and frameworks (OSSTMM, PTES)
  • Rules of engagement
  • Reconnaissance techniques
  • Exploitation and post-exploitation
  • Reporting and remediation
• Vulnerability Management Program
  • Vulnerability prioritization
  • Patch management process
  • Remediation tracking
  • Exception management
  • Continuous monitoring

Afternoon Session (1pm-5pm)

Hands-on Lab: Risk Assessment (2 hours)

• Lab 7: Vulnerability Scanning
  • Configuring vulnerability scanners
  • Running comprehensive scans
  • Analyzing scan results
  • Prioritizing vulnerabilities
  • Creating remediation plans
• Lab 8: Risk Assessment
  • Asset inventory and valuation
  • Threat identification
  • Vulnerability analysis
  • Risk scoring and prioritization
  • Control recommendation development

Compliance and Governance (2 hours)

• Regulatory Frameworks
  • GDPR requirements
  • HIPAA security rule
  • PCI DSS compliance
  • FISMA/NIST framework
  • ISO 27001 implementation
• Security Policies and Procedures
  • Policy framework development
  • Acceptable use policies
  • Security awareness programs
  • Incident response procedures
  • Policy compliance monitoring
• Security Controls Assessment
  • Control testing methodologies
  • Evidence collection
  • Control effectiveness evaluation
  • Gap analysis techniques
  • Control optimization

Day 5: Cryptography and Incident Response

Morning Session (9am-12pm)

Cryptography Fundamentals (2 hours)

• Cryptographic Concepts
  • Symmetric vs. asymmetric encryption
  • Hashing algorithms and applications
  • Digital signatures implementation
  • Key management principles
  • Cryptographic attacks and defenses
• Public Key Infrastructure
  • Certificate authorities
  • Certificate lifecycle management
  • Certificate validation
  • CRL and OCSP implementation
  • PKI deployment models
• Cryptographic Implementations
  • Transport Layer Security (TLS)
  • IPsec VPN configuration
  • SSH secure implementation
  • Disk encryption technologies
  • Cryptographic hardware (HSMs, TPMs)

Incident Response (1 hour)

• Incident Response Process
  • Preparation phase
  • Identification techniques
  • Containment strategies
  • Eradication methods
  • Recovery procedures
  • Lessons learned process
• Digital Forensics
  • Evidence collection and preservation
  • Chain of custody documentation
  • Forensic imaging techniques
  • Memory analysis
  • Timeline reconstruction
• Incident Response Tools
  • SIEM integration
  • Forensic toolkit utilization
  • Network capture analysis
  • Endpoint detection and response
  • Threat intelligence integration

Afternoon Session (1pm-5pm)

Hands-on Lab: Security Incident Handling (2 hours)

• Lab 9: Cryptographic Implementation
  • Configuring certificate services
  • Implementing disk encryption
  • Setting up secure communications
  • Testing cryptographic implementations
• Lab 10: Incident Response Simulation
  • Detecting security incidents
  • Following incident response procedures
  • Containing and investigating incidents
  • Documenting incident response actions
  • Creating after-action reports

Exam Preparation and Review (2 hours)

• Domain Review
  • Comprehensive review of all six Security+ domains
  • Addressing knowledge gaps
  • Clarification of complex concepts
  • Real-world application discussion
• Test-Taking Strategies
  • Performance-based question approach
  • Time management techniques
  • Elimination strategies for multiple-choice
  • Question interpretation skills
  • Stress management
• Final Practice Examination
  • 50-question practice test
  • Question review and explanation
  • Score analysis and feedback
  • Final study plan development
  • Post-course support options

Post-Course Resources

Study Materials

• CompTIA Security+ Study Guide (PDF and physical copy)
• 100+ flashcards covering key terms and concepts
• 3 complete practice exams with explanations
• Quick reference guides for all Security+ domains

Online Support

• 30 days access to instructor office hours
• Private discussion forum access
• Additional lab environment access
• Weekly review webinars
• One-on-one tutoring session (1 hour)

Exam Preparation

• Exam voucher with test scheduling assistance
• Exam objectives mapping document
• Personalized study plan based on practice test results
• Performance-based question simulator
• Test center information and preparation tips