The Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) course is a certification that has been awarded to security professionals who meet the required standards to demonstrate proficiency in network and systems security. The SSCP certification course covers topics such as risk management, cryptography, access controls, security operations, incident response and audit management. The course is designed to help security professionals assess system and network risks, vulnerabilities and risks, implement security policies and protocols, and monitor system security. It also offers guidance for managing security incidents, recovering from them and maintaining compliance. The SSCP is meant for a broad range of IT security personnel, including IT administrators, support staff and security professionals. The SSCP is endorsed by the International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2).

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Learning Objectives

The Systems Security Certified Practitioner course has the following objectives:
To increase knowledge and understanding in the areas of system security principles, policies, and procedures.
To help participants develop the skills required to implement and enforce these principles, policies and procedures in a secure computing environment.
To teach technical procedures for managing systems and networks in a secure manner.
To provide hands-on experience identifying security vulnerabilities in systems and networks, and strategies to reduce risks.
To introduce the latest developments in systems and network security.
To gain the necessary skills to effectively analyze system security problems and provide solutions.
To improve communication and coordination of system security processes with other IT and security teams.
To provide insight into successful systems security management techniques.

1

  • MODULE 1: SECURITY OPERATIONS AND ADMINISTRATION

  • Implement and maintain authentication methods

    Support internetwork trust architectures

    Participate in the identity management lifecycle

    Implement access controls

2

  • MODULE 2: ACCESS CONTROLS

  • Comply with codes of ethics

    Understand security concepts

    Document, implement, and maintain functional security controls

    Participate in asset management

    Implement security controls and assess compliance

    Participate in change management

    Participate in security awareness and training

    Participate in physical security operations (e.g., data center assessment, badging)

3

  • MODULE 3: RISK IDENTIFICATION, MONITORING,AND ANALYSIS

  • Understand the risk management process

    Perform security assessment activities

    Operate and maintain monitoring systems (e.g., continuous monitoring)

    Analyze monitoring results

4

  • MODULE 4: INCIDENT RESPONSE AND RECOVERY

  • Support incident lifecycle

    Understand and support forensic investigations

    Understand and support Business Continuity Plan (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) activities

5

  • MODULE 5: CRYPTOGRAPHY

  • Understand fundamental concepts of cryptography

    Understand reasons and requirements for cryptography

    Understand and support secure protocols

    Understand Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) systems

6

  • MODULE 6: NETWORK AND COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY

  • Understand and apply fundamental concepts of networking

    Understand network attacks and countermeasures (e.g., DDoS, man-in-the-middle, DNS poisoning)

    Manage network access controls

    Manage network security

    Operate and configure network-based security devices

    Operate and configure wireless technologies (e.g., bluetooth, NFC, WiFi)

7

  • MODULE 7: SYSTEMS AND APPLICATION SECURITY

  • Identify and analyze malicious code and activity

    Implement and operate endpoint device security

    Operate and configure cloud security

    Operate and secure virtual environments

Audience

The target audience for Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) training are individuals who work in IT positions responsible for the management, implementation, and evaluation of information systems security best practices This includes positions such as network administrators, system administrators, security officers, software developers, data center managers, IT auditors, and other IT professionals who focus on the security of information systems The SSCP certification is respected and recognized by the IT industry and employers, and those who attain the certification reap the benefits of increased credibility, job security, knowledge and career advancement opportunities The training provides students with the knowledge and skills to understand and apply the globally recognized information systems security practices that encompass access control, security operations, risk management, cryptography, business continuity, and legal, regulations, and investigation

Language

English

Prerequisites

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent Broad knowledge of networking concepts, including routing and switching Working knowledge of Windows and Linux-based operating systems Exposure to remote access security (e.g. VPNs) Exposure to disaster recovery and backup services Understanding of TCP/IP and related protocols Familiarity with business continuity and risk management strategies Ability to apply the principles of cryptography and implement secure systems Understanding of security policy development Understanding of authentication and access controls Familiarity with malware threats and defense mechanisms Understanding of incidents handling and forensics

$1,850

Length: 5.0 days (40 hours)

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