Acumen IT Training, Inc.

SSCP SYSTEMS SECURITY CERTIFIED PRACTITIONER

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The Official (ISC)² SSCP training provides a comprehensive review of the knowledge required to implement, monitor and administer IT infrastructure in accordance with information security policies and procedures that ensure data confidentiality, integrity and availability. This training course will help students review and refresh their knowledge and identify areas they need to study for the SSCP exam. Taught by an (ISC)²-authorized instructor, the course features:

  • Official (ISC)² courseware
  • Interactive flash cards
  • Post-course assessment with 125 questions
  • Collaboration with classmates (not currently available for self-paced course)
  • Real-world learning activities and scenarios
  • Labs

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

  • Describe security and the alignment of asset management to risk management
  • Appraise risk management options and the use of access controls to protect assets
  • Examine the field of cryptography to secure information and communication
  • Build a security posture by securing software, data and endpoints
  • Apply network and communications security to establish a secure networked environment
  • Evaluate cloud and wireless security
  • Prepare for incident detection and response
  • Implement appropriate measures that contribute to the maturation of risk management

INTENDED AUDIENCE:

This course is ideal for those working in positions such as but not limited to:

  • Network Security Engineer
  • IT Systems/Network Administrator
  • Security Analyst
  • Systems Engineer
  • Security Consultant/Specialist
  • Security Administrator
  • Systems/Network Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Individuals operating in a security operations center (SOC) environment performing the role of incident handler, SIEM, forensics specialist, threat intel researcher, etc.

PREREQUISITES:

Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year cumulative work experience in 1 or more of the 7 domains of the SSCP Common Body of Knowledge (CBK). A 1-year prerequisite pathway will be granted if the candidate has a degree in a cybersecurity program (bachelor’s or master’s). A candidate who doesn’t have the required experience may become an Associate of (ISC)² by successfully passing the SSCP examination. The Associate of (ISC)² will then have 2 years to earn the 1 year of required experience.

COURSE OUTLINE

Domain 1: Security Operations and Administration

Domain 2: Access Controls

Domain 3: Risk Identification, Monitoring and Analysis

Domain 4: Incident Response and Recovery

For the full course outline, private bookings and schedule, please contact us.
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