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Get a solid understanding of cybersecurity principles and develop hands-on skills to pave the way for a successful and impactful career in the field Key Features Gain certified cybersecurity knowledge from Ian Neil, a world-class CompTIA certification trainer Explore up-to-date content meticulously aligned with 701 exam objectives Unlock exclusive exam discount voucher inside the book Purchase of this book unlocks access to web-based exam prep resource such as mock exam Book DescriptionBuilding on the success of its bestselling predecessor, this third edition of the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 Certification Guide serves as your one-stop resource for the SY0-701 exam preparation. Written by cybersecurity expert Ian Neil, this comprehensive guide helps you unlock the intricacies of cybersecurity and understand the technology behind the SY0-701 certification, ensuring you approach the exam with confidence. Delving deep into cybersecurity, this book introduces essential principles, controls, and best practices. The chapters are carefully structured to align with the exam objectives of the 701 update, bringing to you the most recent and relevant exam study material. By mastering cybersecurity fundamentals, you’ll acquire the knowledge and skills to identify and mitigate threats, manage vulnerabilities, and safeguard enterprise infrastructure. You’ll be well-equipped to apply the principles of security governance and compliance, conduct risk assessments, and excel in audit and assessment tasks. The book also contains mock tests to help reinforce your learning and assess your exam-readiness. Whether you aim to excel the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam, advance your career in cybersecurity, or enhance your existing knowledge, this book will transform you into a cybersecurity expert.What you will learn Differentiate between various security control types Apply mitigation techniques for enterprise security Evaluate security implications of architecture models Protect data by leveraging strategies and concepts Implement resilience and recovery in security Automate and orchestrate for running secure operations Execute processes for third-party risk assessment and management Conduct various audits and assessments with specific purposes Who this book is forWhether you have an IT background or not, if you aspire to pass the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam or pursue a career in certified security, this book is your perfect resource. It is also a valuable companion for US government and US Department of Defense personnel looking to achieve cybersecurity certification. It serves as an excellent reference guide for college students pursuing a degree in cybersecurity.

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Author:   Ian Neil
Publisher:   Packt Publishing Limited
Imprint:   Packt Publishing Limited
Edition:   3rd Revised edition
ISBN:  

9781835461532

ISBN 10:   1835461530
Pages:   618
Publication Date:   19 January 2024
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock  
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Table of Contents Compare and Contrast Various Types of Security Controls Summarize Fundamental Security Concepts Explain the Importance of Change Management Processes and the Impact to Security Explain the Importance of Using Appropriate Cryptographic Solutions Compare and Contrast Common Threat Actors and Motivations Explain Common Threat Vectors and Attack Surfaces Explain Various Types of Vulnerabilities Given a Scenario, Analyze Indicators of Malicious Activity Explain the Purpose of Mitigation Techniques Used to Secure the Enterprise Compare and Contrast Security Implications of Different Architecture Models Given a Scenario, Apply Security Principles to Secure Enterprise Infrastructure Compare and Contrast Concepts and Strategies to Protect Data Explain the Importance of Resilience and Recovery in Security Architecture Given a Scenario, Apply Common Security Techniques to Computing Resources Explain the Security Implications of Proper Hardware, Software, and Data Asset Management Explain Various Activities Associated with Vulnerability Management Explain Security Alerting and Monitoring Concepts and Tools Given a Scenario, Modify Enterprise Capabilities to Enhance Security Given a Scenario, Implement and Maintain Identity and Access Management Explain the Importance of Automation and Orchestration Related to Secure Operations Explain Appropriate Incident Response Activities Given a Scenario, Use Data Sources to Support an Investigation Summarize Elements of Effective Security Governance – Part 1 Summarize Elements of Effective Security Governance – Part 2 Explain the Processes Associated with Third-Party Risk Assessment and Management Summarize Elements of Effective Security Compliance Explain Types and Purposes of Audits and Assessments Given a Scenario, Implement Security Awareness Practices

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Ian Neil is one of the world's top trainers of Security+. He is able to break down information into manageable chunks so that people with no background knowledge can gain the skills required to become certified. He has recently worked for the US Army in Europe and designed a Security+ course that catered to people from all backgrounds (not just IT professionals), with an extremely successful pass rate. He is an MCT, MCSE, A+, Network+, Security+, CASP, and RESILIA practitioner that has worked with high-end training providers over the past 23 years and was one of the first technical trainers to train Microsoft internal staff when they opened their Bucharest Office in 2006.

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