CompTIA's New Security+ SY0-401 Exam (cert prep)

Colleagues,the “CompTIA New Security+ SY0-401” certification prep course is mapped to the objectives of the certification exam. Number of questions: 90; Type of Questions: Multiple choice and performance-based; Passing score: 750 on a scale of 100 to 900, and Time limit: 90 minutes. You can retrieve a full listing of all the objectives for the SY0-401 Security+ exam here. The following list provides an overview of the topics that are covered in each of the domains. Domains include: 1) Network Security - Implement security configuration parameters on network devices and other technologies, Given a scenario, use secure network administration principles, Explain network design elements and compounds, Given a scenario, implement common protocols and services, and Given a scenario, troubleshoot security issues related to wireless networking. 2) Compliance and Operational Security - Explain the importance of risk related concepts, Summarize the security implications of integrating systems and data with third parties; Given a scenario, implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies; Given a scenario, implement basic forensic procedures; Summarize common incident response procedures; Explain the importance of security related awareness and training, Compare and contrast physical security and environmental controls, Summarize risk management best practices; and Given a scenario, select the appropriate control to meet the goals of security. 3) Threats and Vulnerabilities - Explain types of malware; Summarize various types of attacks; Summarize social engineering attacks and the associated effectiveness with each attack; Explain types of wireless attacks; Explain types of application attacks; Analyze a scenario and select the appropriate type of mitigation and deterrent techniques; Given a scenario, use appropriate tools and techniques to discover security threats and vulnerabilities; and Explain the proper use of penetration testing versus vulnerability scanning. 4) Application, Data and Host Security; Explain the importance of application security controls and techniques; Summarize mobile security concepts and technologies; Given a scenario, select the appropriate procedures to establish host security; Implement the appropriate controls to ensure data security; and Compare and contrast alternative methods to mitigate security risks in static environments. 5) Access Control and Identity Management - Compare and contrast the function and purpose of authentication services; Given a scenario, select the appropriate authentication, authorization or access control; and Install and configure security controls when performing account management, based on best practices. 6) Cryptography - Given a scenario, utilize general cryptography concepts; Given a scenario, use appropriate cryptographic methods; and Given a scenario, use appropriate PKI, certificate management and associated components.

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Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365 (Exam SC-401)

Cyber colleagues, the “Administering Information Security in Microsoft 365 (Exam SC-401)” program provides a comprehensive instruction on how to design and implement enterprise-grade information protection, data governance, and risk management strategies using Microsoft Purview and related Microsoft 365 security tools. It will guide learners through the practical application of Microsoft’s security and compliance capabilities, including data classification, sensitivity labelling, data loss prevention, insider risk management, and audit monitoring. Learn how to: Design and implement data classification and sensitive information types. Apply information protection across devices, services, and cloud environments. Develop and enforce data loss prevention (DLP) strategies. Configure and monitor Endpoint DLP for device-level protection. Plan and manage data retention and lifecycle policies. Implement Insider Risk Management policies and workflows. Monitor and investigate security activities using Microsoft Purview and Defender. And Secure data in environments that use AI through DSPM and Microsoft 365 controls. Skill-oriented training lessons include: 1) Implement and Manage Data Classification, 2) Implement and Manage Sensitivity Labels in Microsoft Purview, 3) Implement Information Protection for Windows, File Shares, and Exchange, 4) Implement Data Loss Prevention and Retention, 5) Create and Configure Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Policies, 6) Implement and Monitor Microsoft Purview Endpoint DLP, 7) Implement and Manage Retention, 8) Implement and Manage Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management, 9) Manage Information Security Alerts and Activities, and 10) Protect Data Used by AI Services.

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IBM Generative AI for Cybersecurity Professionals Specialization

Cyber colleagues, in the “IBM Generative AI for Cybersecurity Professionals Specialization” you will learn real-world generative AI use cases and discover popular generative AI models and tools for text, code, image, audio, and videos. Next, delve into generative AI prompts engineering concepts, their real-world business uses, and prompt techniques like zero-shot and few-shot, and others. You’ll explore popular prompt engineering tools including IBM WatsonX, Prompt Lab, Spellbook, and Dust. Then dive into fundamental concepts of generative AI use for cybersecurity. Gain valuable job-ready skills when you apply generative AI techniques to real-world scenarios, including UBEA, threat intelligence, report summarization, and playbooks, and assess their impact and vulnerabilities. Skill-based training modules include: 1) Introduction and Applications, 2) Prompt Engineering Basics, and 3) Boost Your Cybersecurity Career. You will learn to: Recognize real-world generative AI uses and identify popular generative AI models and tools for text, code, image, audio, video. Gain knowledge of generative AI prompt engineering concepts, examples, common tools and learn techniques needed to create impactful prompts. Identify appropriate generative AI tools for cybersecurity. Apply your generative AI skills to address standard and advanced cybersecurity needs. And you will acquire highly marketable skills involving: AI Literacy, Incident Response, Incident Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, AI Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Prompt Patterns, Generative Model Architectures, AI powered creativity, Threat Modeling, Prompt Engineering Tools, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), and Multimodal Prompts. And gain hands-on experience with Generative AI, ChatGPT, and Prompt Engineering.

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