Certification - CompTIA Security+

[Overview [Benefits]  [Requirements]

Overview: Theft and destruction of intellectual property takes place despite the presence of firewalls, encryption and corporate edicts. Neither technologies nor policies alone offer effective information security. The IT industry must have a well-trained work force to effectively combat hackers and decrease financial losses. The demand for skilled security professionals is growing significantly. The technology community identifies Security+ as the perfect way to validate your knowledge of information security.

The CompTIA Security+ certification tests for security knowledge mastery of an individual with two years on-the-job networking experience with emphasis on security. The exam covers industry-wide topics including communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, access control, authentication, external attack and operational and organization security. CompTIA Security+ is an elective or prerequisite to advanced vendor specific and vendor neutral security certifications.

It is recommended that the Security+ exam candidate already hold a CompTIA Network+ or equivilent certification.

Corporate Benefits: Neither technologies nor policies alone offer effective protection against theft and destruction of intellectual property. So, what's your defense? Knowledg! All industries need a trained and effective IT workforce to combat hackers, attackers and security threats. Maintain the integrity of your organization's communications, infrastructure and operations. Certify your IT workforce today.

Individual Benefits: Olympus Security Group requires Security+ for all of their consultants along with a growing number of companies and agencies. Get your career on the fast track with CompTIA's Security+ certification and establish your credibility as a Security professional.

Requirements:

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