This certificate aligns with the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification. The certification is not included in this curriculum, so students completing these courses must pursue the certification exams separately. The Security+ exam verifies you have the knowledge and skills required to:
Showcase your knowledge of networking equipment and configuration.
Be able to troubleshoot connectivity issues and effectively manage networks.
Demonstrate your ability to configure routing for different IP versions and describe the purpose of redundancy protocols.
Be able to interpret the components of a routing table.
Understand threats and ways to prevent them.
Identify key elements of a security program, like user awareness and training.
Demonstrate practical skills like setting up secure access to devices and networks.
Understand how automation affects network management, and compare traditional networks with controller-based networking.
Leverage APIs, and understand configuration management tools.
Outcomes and Curriculum
Install, configure, manage, and maintain network infrastructure equipment and software.