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CompTIA CySA+ Training Boot Camp
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| Duration: 5 days
The CompTIA CySA+ Boot Camp is a comprehensive five-day training that teaches you the knowledge and skills required to configure and use the latest industry-standard threat detection tools. Throughout the cybersecurity program, you will learn how to perform data analysis to identify vulnerabilities and expose cyber threats — with the ultimate goal of helping organizations protect and secure their applications and systems.
You will leave with the required knowledge to pass your CySA+ exam, including its five domains: threat and vulnerability management, software and systems security, security operations and monitoring, incident response, and compliance and assessment. You will also possess the behavioral analytics skills needed to provide increased visibility into cyber threats and stand out as a cybersecurity analyst.
You will receive an exam voucher for the CompTIA CySA+ certification exam with your enrollment.
Our Certification Success Program, paired with our provided prep materials, boot camp sessions, and post-work, is designed to ease any concerns you may have when taking the certification exam. If your first attempt is unsuccessful, this program provides peace of mind that you may be eligible to take the certification exam a second time (if needed) at no additional fee.
*To qualify for a second certification exam voucher, students must:
- Attend at least 85% of each day of class
- Score a 90% or higher on their final practice exam
- Take the first exam within 90 days of class completion
- Upload your exam failure notice from your first exam attempt
Key Concepts
Curriculum
- Day 1 – Threat and Vulnerability Management
- Explain the importance of threat data and intelligence
- Intelligence sources
- Confidence levels
- Indicator management
- Threat classification
- Threat actors
- Intelligence cycle
- Commodity malware
- Information sharing and analysis communities
- Given a scenario, utilize threat intelligence to support organizational security
- Attack frameworks
- Threat research
- Threat modeling methodologies
- Threat intelligence sharing with supported functions
- Given a scenario, perform vulnerability management activities
- Vulnerability identification
- Validation
- Remediation/Mitigation
- Scanning parameters and criteria
- Given a scenario, analyze the output from common vulnerability assessment tools
- Web application scanner
- Infrastructure vulnerability scanner
- Software assessment tools and techniques
- Enumeration
- Wireless assessment tools
- Cloud infrastructure assessment tools
- Explain the threats and vulnerabilities associated with specialized technology
- Mobile
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Embedded
- Real-time operating system (RTOS)
- System-on-Chip (SoC)
- Field programmable gate array (FPGA)
- Physical access control
- Building automation systems
- Vehicles and drones
- Workflow and process automation systems
- Industrial control system
- Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
- Explain the threats and vulnerabilities associated with operating in the cloud
- Cloud service models
- Cloud deployment models
- Function as a Service (FaaS)/serverless architecture
- Infrastructure as code (IaC)
- Insecure application programming interface (API)
- Improper key management
- Unprotected storage
- Logging and monitoring
- Given a scenario, implement controls to mitigate attacks and software vulnerabilities
- Attack types
- Vulnerabilities
- Explain the importance of threat data and intelligence
- Day 2 – Software and Systems Security
- Given a scenario, apply security solutions for infrastructure management
- Cloud vs. on-premises
- Asset management
- Segmentation
- Network architecture
- Change management
- Virtualization
- Containerization
- Identity and access management
- Cloud access security broker (CASB)
- Honeypot
- Monitoring and logging
- Encryption
- Certificate management
- Active defense
- Explain software assurance best practices
- Platforms
- Software development life cycle (SDLC) integration
- DevSecOps
- Software assessment methods
- Secure coding best practices
- Static analysis tools
- Dynamic analysis tools
- Formal methods for verification of critical software
- Service-oriented architecture
- Markup Language (SAML)
- Explain hardware assurance best practices
- Hardware root of trust
- Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI)
- Trusted foundry
- Secure processing
- Anti-tamper
- Self-encrypting drive
- Trusted firmware updates
- Measured boot and attestation
- Bus encryption
- Given a scenario, apply security solutions for infrastructure management
- Day 3 – Security Operations and Monitoring
- Given a scenario, analyze data as part of security monitoring activities
- Heuristics
- Trend analysis
- Endpoint
- Network
- Log review
- Impact analysis
- Security information and event management (SIEM) review
- Query writing
- Email analysis
- Given a scenario, implement configuration changes to existing controls to improve security
- Permissions
- Allowlisting
- Denylisting
- Firewall
- Intrusion prevention system (IPS) rules
- Data loss prevention (DLP)
- Endpoint detection and response (EDR)
- Network access control (NAC)
- Sinkholing
- Malware signatures
- Sandboxing
- Port security
- Explain the importance of proactive threat hunting
- Establishing a hypothesis
- Profiling threat actors and activities
- Threat hunting tactics
- Reducing the attack surface area
- Bundling critical assets
- Attack vectors
- Integrated intelligence
- Improving detection capabilities
- Compare and contrast automation concepts and technologies
- Workflow orchestration
- Scripting
- Application programming interface (API) integration
- Automated malware signature creation
- Data enrichment
- Threat feed combination
- Machine learning
- Use of automation protocols and standards
- Continuous integration
- Continuous deployment/delivery
- Given a scenario, analyze data as part of security monitoring activities
- Day 4 – Incident Response
- Explain the importance of the incident response process
- Communication plan
- Response coordination with relevant entities
- Factors contributing to data criticality
- Given a scenario, apply the appropriate incident response procedure
- Preparation
- Detection and analysis
- Containment
- Eradication and recovery
- Post-incident activities
- Given an incident, analyze potential indicators of compromisee
- Network-related
- Host-related
- Application-related
- Given a scenario, utilize basic digital forensics techniques
- Network
- Endpoint
- Mobile
- Cloud
- Virtualization
- Legal hold
- Procedures
- Hashing
- Carving
- Data acquisition
- Explain the importance of the incident response process
- Day 5 – Compliance and Assessment
- Understand the importance of data privacy and protection
- Privacy vs. security
- Non-technical controls
- Technical controls
- Given a scenario, apply security concepts in support of organizational risk mitigation
- Business impact analysis
- Risk identification process
- Risk calculation
- Communication of risk factors
- Risk prioritization
- Systems assessment
- Documented compensating controls
- Training and exercises
- Supply chain assessment
- Explain the importance of frameworks, policies, procedures and controls
- Frameworks
- Policies and procedures
- Category
- Control type
- Audits and assessments
- Understand the importance of data privacy and protection
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary of a cybersecurity analyst?
The median cybersecurity analyst salary in the United States is $74,952 per year. However, a CySA+ salary can vary—with some professionals making up to $119,588 per year—based on experience in the cybersecurity space and location. Earning the CySA+ will open the door to career advancement opportunities and in-demand positions.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts that the information security analyst field will grow 31% through 2029. This is much faster than the average growth rate of 4 percent expected across all occupations.
Does this course include sample CompTIA CySA+ test questions?
Yes. Sample CySA+ practice questions are included with your course. You will have unlimited attempts to complete CySA+ practice exams as you study and prepare for certification.
What does a cybersecurity analyst do?
Cybersecurity analyst is a popular job title for CySA+ holders. Almost half of all cybersecurity analysts are in the early stages of their careers, having entered the field 0-4 years ago, so it is a great entry point into a field and a position that will help you launch a career in cyber security.
Cybersecurity analysts (CSAs) use analytics tools to design security integration solutions that aid the detection of and response to security incidents. These professionals effectively use behavioral threat assessment tools to analyze risks to the information systems of their organization while ensuring business continuity and the availability of data and services. They also work to identify patterns and expose anomalies that could indicate cyberattacks and then take action to proactively protect against malicious events before they develop.
Does this course prepare for a certification?
Yes, you will be prepared to take the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) certification exam.
When can I start this course?
You can register for the boot camp whenever you are ready. Our team will help you select the session that will best fit you.
Can I register for courses if I am an international student?
Yes, ed2go courses are completely online. However, keep in mind that not all certifying bodies or industry-specific certifications are recognized internationally. Please review your country’s regulations prior to enrolling in courses that prepare for certification.
How long does it take to complete this course?
The boot camp is 5 days in length. You will have 3 months from the completion of the boot camp to access all boot camp materials.
What kind of support will I receive?
The boot camp instructor will be available during the session to answer any questions. You will also have access to the Infosec Skills platform where you will be able to create support requests, as needed.
What happens when I complete the course?
Upon successful completion of your boot camp session, you will be awarded a certificate of completion from Infosec and the school or organization that you registered through.
Am I guaranteed a job?
ed2go courses will help you gain the skills and knowledge you need to take the next step in your career and stand out to potential employers. However, you should always research the job market in your area before enrolling.
Can I get financial assistance?
ed2go courses are noncredit, so they do not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA, and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards may provide funding to take our courses. Additionally, you may qualify for financial assistance if you meet certain requirements. Learn more about financial assistance.
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Course Requirements
Requirements: Hardware Requirements: Software Requirements: Other: Instructional Material Requirements: The student materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.
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Instructor(s):
Boot camps are led by instructors that have years of industry experience and are recognized as subject matter experts.
