CompTIA Security+ Live Training

The ONLY training your need to PASS your Sec+ in first attempt

The new CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) represents the latest and greatest in cybersecurity, covering the most in-demand skills related to current threats, automation, zero trust, IoT, risk – and more.

Next Class Begins Aug 5th, 2024

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Instant Access to all Courses (Sec+, CISA, CISSP, Intro to Cyber, Hands-On for Cyber Pros, Job Hunt for Cyber Pros, AI for Cyber Pros and more)
10% off on Cyber Expert-Led Live Training, Labs and Exam Vouchers
Weekly Live Study Group & Mentoring
Job Hunting and Posting
Connect with other students. Trade notes and ideas. Learn from each other
Peer-to-peer and group messaginG

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Interview Prep, Raise Negotiation and Resume/Cover Letter Review
Once a Month 1 hour 1on1 Personalize mentorship dedicated just to you
20% off on Cyber Expert-Led Live Training, Labs and Exam Vouchers
Private Monthly Ask-Me-Anything (AMAs) Calls with Francois B. Arthanas
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What you'll learn:

DOMAIN 1.0

General Security Concepts

This domain is designed to build the core cybersecurity foundations for the rest of the course. You will understand various types of security controls, fundamental security principles, and change management processes:

Fundamental Security Concepts & Controls
Change Management
Cryptography & Public Key Infrastructure

DOMAIN 2.0

Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations

In this domain you will learn the best to identify common threat actors, threat vectors, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques:

Threat Actors and Motivations
Threat Vectors and Attack surfaces
Types of Vulnerabilities
Indicators of Malicious Activity
Mitigation Techniques for Enterprises

DOMAIN 3.0

Security Architecture

Don't assume networks are design with security in mind. In domain 3 you will learn how to design and implement secure enterprise architecture, data protection strategies, and resilient systems:

Architecture Models
Security Principles for Securing Enterprises
Strategies to Protect Data
Resilience and Recovery

DOMAIN 4.0

Security Operations

In this domain you will learn techniques for securing computing resources, hardware and software asset management, vulnerability management, and incident response:

Applying Security Techniques to Computing Resources
Data Asset Management
Vulnerability Management
Security Monitoring Concepts and Tools
Identity and Access Management
Automation and Orchestration
Incident Response
Data Sources to support Investigation

DOMAIN 5.0

Security Program Management and Oversight

Security is NOT a technical problem anymore. Leadership is required to provide governance for their Cybersecurity programs. You will learn the importance of GRC, risk management, third-party risk assessment, and compliance:

Security Governance
Risk Management
Third-party Risk Assessment and Management
Security Compliance
Auditing and Penetration Testing
Security Awareness

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Emmanuel S.

Francois cyber security class was absolutely Fantastic! You can enroll into this course with minimum or little to no knowledge within the IT world and still pass! He goes over EVERY SINGLE aspect of the exam with FINE detail and ensures that you understand everything before moving on. He incorporates life examples on EVERY topic to give you a greater understanding of the components. I myself am not the best of test takers, but the knowledge Francois provided allowed me to pass on my first Attempt! The course was EASILY a 10/10 and would recommend this to any and everybody!

Michael O.

Francois is amazing, engaging, knowledgeable, and helpful. Not only did he explain all context with depth and great understanding, he enabled us and challenged us to understand the material he made sure you could also explain it and sound professional yourself. It was a wonderful experience and I would recommend this company to anyone who needs to learn Security+ from them and I passed my first attempt which was very important to me. I cannot thank you Francois, and the rest of the Afrikana Institute team enough for what they were able to do for me.

Tomah R.

Prior to signing up for Francois's training, I came across a YouTube video of preview class which demonstrated what I was looking for in an instructor. Francois has been very helpful and available during and after the boot camp. He carved out extra time for the exam review and made me feel confident to take the exam. The entire course material and practice exam are on point. I’m so happy that I took this boot camp and was able to pass my CompTIA Security+ exam. Next this is landing a job!

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Found out about training as I was researching on how to prepare for the Sec+ exam. Came across a few options but was still not convinced with the level of theory and practical knowledge on offer. However, once I came across https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=is08--hSKPU&t=3244s I was convinced this was the best option for me. Once I got in touch, right from my first chat with Francois, I felt at ease with the process mapped out clearly. Enrolled on the Boot camp course and it was not only enjoyable, but I gained a lot of knowledge with his teaching style and more than enough materials for the practical aspect. As the course was ending, Francois was totally flexible and accessible towards my one-to-one studying. Even though I kept changing plans due to personal reasons, he adapted and went through the areas I'm struggling with together with the performance-based questions and assured me I was ready as I stuck to the study plans. Low and behold, I finally booked the exam in and PASSED on my first attempt. If you are contemplating right now, look no further than the Afrikana Institute of Technology. Thank you Francois.

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Why Should I Get CompTIA Security+ Certified?

CompTIA Security+ is the industry standard for validating baseline skills needed to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. CompTIA Security+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements.

The new CompTIA Security+ certification covers the junior IT auditor/penetration tester job role, in addition to the following positions:

Systems administrator
Network administrator
Security administrator

Companies like Northrop Grumman, Brotherhood Mutual, The Joint Commission, Nationwide, Agile Defense, and Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) all look for CompTIA Security+ certification in hiring.

Top Reasons to Get CompTIA Security+ Certified

Prove Your Knowledge
Certification validates your skills and is proof that you have mastered the knowledge covered in training.
Earn the Industry Standard
CompTIA Security+ is the industry standard for establishing a career in security and is the preferred qualifying credential for early career cybersecurity professionals.
Get Your Foot in the Door
Certification makes a great first impression. According to an IDC report, 96 percent of HR managers use IT certifications as screening or hiring criteria during recruitment.* Learn more about all the places you career can go with CompTIA certifications.
Make an Impact
New research shows that IT professionals with CompTIA A+ or CompTIA Security+ perform at a higher level than those who are not certified.
Progress Along a Career Roadmap
Not sure where an IT certification can take you? Browse IT careers for professionals, navigate certifications and discover jobs in areas that interest you and open doors to opportunity and success.
Expect Success with CompTIA Security+ Certification
Getting certified is the best way to future-proof your career. Nine out of 10 employers agree that certifications are critical in finding the right person for the job. Plus, IT certified individuals are more likely to be promoted than those without IT certifications.

Other Employers That Recommend or Require CompTIA Security+ Certification

State of Minnesota
Southeastern Louisiana University
Norfolk University
Office of the Comptroller of the Currency
The Johns Hopkins University Applied
Physics Laboratory
Archdiocese of Philadelphia
Fayetteville Technical Community College

How Long Does the CompTIA Security+ Certification Last?

Your CompTIA Security+ certification is good for three years from the date you pass your certification exam. Through our continuing education (CE) program, you can easily renew CompTIA Security+ and extend it for additional three-year periods. Read on to learn more about the certification period and ways how you can renew your CompTIA Security+ certification.

CompTIA Security+ is a member of our group of certifications with globally-recognized ISO/ANSI accreditation status. They expire three years from the date they are earned and can be renewed through our continuing education program.

We refer to certifications within their three-year period after a successful exam, or when it is successfully renewed, as active. We refer to certifications as expired if they are not renewed. If your certification has expired, the only way to get it back again is to pass the certification exam again.

Why the CompTIA Security+ Certification Expires After Three Years

Adoption Cycle of New Technologies
Your job in IT comes standard with constant change and it’s understood that technology advances at a breakneck pace. Your career success requires you to be ahead of the curve and be familiar with the technology that makes a meaningful impact in the market and constantly changes our lives at work and at home.

We work closely with industry partners and have determined that a substantial change in the use of technology usually takes place just about every three years. To that end, we’re continuously updating our exams. Renewing your certification gives you a great opportunity to document your knowledge in technology areas that matter to employers and are important to your IT career.

ISO/ANSI Accreditation Status
To maintain the ISO/ANSI accreditation status of CompTIA Security+, we are required to come up with new exam questions after a certain period of time. Keeping our accreditation current is important because we believe we’re adhering to the best-known quality standards in the industry.

Having this accreditation is a big reason why CompTIA Security+ meets the certification requirements of the U.S. Department of Defense. The result is a product that not only you can trust, but a product that is globally-recognized and you can show with confidence to your existing or future employer.

Ways to Renew Your Certification

Even when renewing your certification is not required by your employer, keeping your certification current isn’t just about keeping your accomplishment alive, but simply about being ready for future opportunities to grow your career. When the experience you are gaining over the years may be nearly impossible to quantify, a certification delivers the necessary documentation of your expertise. Experience and certification in tandem are a powerful toolset for climbing the job ladder.

Renewal Option 1: Training
CompTIA offers a CertMaster CE Security+ training course, which you take online and use to renew your CompTIA Security+ certification without taking an exam. Some users renew their CompTIA Security+ certification in six hours or less with CertMaster CE.
Renewal Option 2: Certification and Recertification Exams
You can renew your CompTIA Security+ certification by taking a recertification exam, qualifying higher IT-Industry certifications, a higher CompTIA certification or by passing the latest release of the CompTIA Security+ exam. Learn more on our Continuing Education pages.
Renewal Option 3: Activities
Completing qualifying, multiple activities will earn you continuing education units (CEUs) that you need to accumulate to renew your certification. CompTIA Security+ requires 50 CEUs to be renewed.

How Much Can I Make with a CompTIA Security+ Certification?

IT security offers countless paths to fulfilling jobs and rewarding pay – you determine the direction and, ultimately, how much money you can earn with CompTIA Security+. Not everyone has the same reason for getting certified. In general, you can apply your CompTIA Security+ certification in the following ways:

Attract the attention of employers with an endorsement of your skills that is respected globally and industry wide.
Position yourself as a top candidate for entry-level cybersecurity positions.
Confirm to yourself that you've mastered the latest skills and concepts that act as the foundation of a career in cybersecurity.

In all scenarios, CompTIA Security+ can serve as a springboard for cybersecurity careers, ensuring security professionals are better prepared to solve a wide variety of issues when securing and defending networks in today's complicated business computing landscape.

Jobs That Require or Benefit from a CompTIA Security+ Certification

Planning the entry-level point for your cybersecurity career, as well as your aspirations and how much work you’re willing to put into growing your career, have great impact on how much you can make in any job, and security is no exception. Here are a few common job titles that use CompTIA Security+:

Systems administrator
Security administrator
Security specialist
Security engineer
Network administrator
Junior IT auditor/penetration tester
Security consultant

The job roles covered by CompTIA Security+ are categorized under network and computer systems administrators by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The number of jobs in this category is expected to grow by more than six percent by 2026. The median pay in 2017 was $81,100.

The Reality of Mean Salary Percentiles

When researching salaries and aiming your career at specific job titles, remember that you may see a range of salaries for one particular job because some companies and geographies will pay more than others. Companies that pay more may also demand more, in terms of experience or responsibilities. The result is a range of possible salaries for any particular job title and the reality of mean salary percentiles.

Let’s look at the systems administrator as an example. While the above median salary gives you a sense of where the majority of salaries fall, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics also gives percentiles that show the highest and lowest salaries for that job title:

Systems administrator 90^th percentile $130,200
Systems administrator 75^th percentile $104,460
Systems administrator 50^th percentile $81,100
Systems administrator 25^th percentile $63,020

5 Ways to Boost Your Pay

The pay you can expect from a particular IT job can vary significantly from the median pay depending on a number of factors that may benefit your role for a certain position. Here are five ways that can help increase your pay:

Prior Experience: Reducing training time and having expertise that goes beyond your job description may increase your value to an employer. Similarly, prior related job experience provides trust and builds expectations on the side of an employer that can benefit the numbers on your paycheck.
Additional Training and Certifications: If CompTIA Security+ isn’t your first certification and if you can showcase additional completed training, you may expand the reach of your certifications and qualify for jobs that you otherwise would not, and subsequently become candidate for a higher-paying position. Review CompTIA’s stackable certifications to find out how you can build your IT career path with CompTIA certifications. CompTIA IT Pro Membership also offers access to training for IT professionals.
Commitment: Becoming certified is your first step to your career. Staying certified is even more important and can show employers that you’re committed to your job and that you’re in-sync with a rapidly evolving industry.
Regional Differences: The pay for a job in one area may be vastly different than what is offered in another area. For example, a systems administrator working in New York City, on average, will make about 15 percent, or $14,650 more than the exact same position in Denver.
Industry Variations: Keep in mind that some industries may have, in their details, different expectations for certain job titles than others and offer different pay as a result.

The Personal Factor

Don’t underestimate your personal impact on the pay that you can expect from your job. In addition to the pay boosters discussed above, there are a few more key things that can give you the best shot at landing that first job and making a case for the pay you’re looking for:

Networking: Connecting with IT professionals and building your professional network is incredibly important to starting and advancing your career. Be active on social networks such as LinkedIn, engage in newsgroups and forums, and get involved in local IT groups, such as CompTIA IT Pro Membership. CompTIA IT Pro Membership not only offers training and job tools, but also access to local chapters that enable you to be in touch with what’s going on in your community.
Be Up to Date: Make sure that you’re proficient in new technologies. Spend time on IT websites, subscribe to newsletters or even contribute to blogs.
Soft Skills: Your communication skills can greatly influence your ability to land a job. And having an overall positive attitude, managing your time effectively, solving problems, showing self-confidence, coping with pressure and having a strong work ethic all prove that you’re an employee worth investing in.