Security Bundle

R8 337.00

Become a Cybersecurity Specialist in just a few months! The Security Bundle will give you the knowledge and skills to detect cyberthreats and implement changes to protect an organisation. It covers five areas of specialisation: CompTIA Security+, CompTIA PenTest+, CompTIA CASP+, Ethical Hacker, and CISA® which are all aligned with the international certification exam objectives.

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Study duration (Months)
Computer Skillsoft LMS access
People Industry partner: CompTIA & ISACA
Certificate Certified by Optimi College

Course code: C01187

 

This course is aimed at:

  • Candidates who want to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in the field of cybersecurity and threat detection.
  • Cybersecurity professionals who want to deepen their cybersecurity knowledge and become advanced security practitioners.

 

Modules and topics covered:

CompTIA Security+ SY0-701

SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Security Goals & Controls
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Fundamental Security Concepts
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Practical Cryptography
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Threat Actors & Vectors
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Survey of Malicious Activities
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Mitigation Techniques
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Architecture & Infrastructure Concepts
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Enterprise Infrastructure Security Principles
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Data Protection Concepts & Strategies
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Resilience & Recovery
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Computing Resources Security Techniques
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Vulnerability Management
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Security Monitoring & Alerting
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Enterprise Security Capabilities
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Identity and Access Management
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Automation, Orchestration, & Incident Response
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Effective Security Governance
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Risk Management
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Security Compliance & Third-Party Risk
SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Audits, Assessments, & Awareness

CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002)

CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Scoping & Engagement
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Professionalism & Integrity
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Passive Reconnaissance
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Active Reconnaissance
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Vulnerability Scanning
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Network Attacks & Exploits
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Wireless Attacks
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Application-based Attacks
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Attacks on Cloud Technologies
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Attacks on Specialized Systems
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Social Engineering Attacks
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Post-Exploitation Techniques
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Written Reports
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Communication & Post-Report Activities
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Analyzing Tool & Script Output
CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Penetration Testing Tools

CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner: CASP+ (CAS-004)

CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Business and Industry Influences and Risks
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Organizational Security and Privacy Policies
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Risk Mitigation Strategies and Controls
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Risk Metric Scenarios for Enterprise Security
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Integrating Network and Security Components, Concepts, and Architectures
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Integrating Security Controls for Host Devices
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Integrating Controls for Mobile and Small Form Factor Devices
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Selecting Software Security Controls
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Conducting Security Assessments
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Implementing Incident Response and Recovery
CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Integrating Hosts, Storage, and Applications in the Enterprise

Ethical Hacker

Cybersecurity Concepts, Attacks, and Information Warfare
Cyber Kill Chain, TTPs, Behaviors, and Threat Hunting
Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, and Threat Modeling
Incident Management, ML, AI, and Regulations
Hacking Methodology, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and Diamond Model
Footprinting, Google Dorks, Search Engines, and Subdomains
Recon Tools and Tactics
Footprinting and Social Engineering Recon and Countermeasures
Network Scanning, TCP, Host Discovery, and Port/Service Scanning
Nmap TCP Scans
Nmap IDLE IPID, UDP, and SCTP Scans
Scan Optimization, OS Identification, and IDS/Firewall Evasion
NetBIOS, SMB, SNMP, and LDAP Enumeration
NTP, NFS, SMTP, and FTP Enumeration
Vulnerability Assessment, Management, and Classification
Vulnerability Assessment Types, Models, Tools, and Reports
Windows Authentication
Passwords Attacks, Extraction, and Cracking
Buffer Overflows, Privilege Escalation, and System Access
Steganography and Avoiding Detection
AD Enumeration, Mimikatz, and Pivoting Techniques
Malware, Threats, Trojans, and Viruses
Fileless Malware, Malware Analysis, and Countermeasures
Sniffing and Poisoning
Social Engineering, Insider Threats, and Identity Theft
DoS, DDoS, Volumetric, and Protocol Attacks
App Layer Attacks, Botnets, and DoS Countermeasures
Hijacking Concepts and Countermeasures
Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewalls, and Honeypots
Web Server Hacking, Attacks, and Attack Methodologies
Web Application Attacks and Vulnerabilities
Web App Hacking Methodology, CSRF Attacks, and Input Filter Evasion
IDOR Attacks, File Inclusion Attacks, Web APIs, and Webhooks
SQL Injection Concepts and Attacks
SQL Injection and SQLMap
Wireless Concepts, Threats, and Hacking Tools
Wireless Hacking and Countermeasures
Mobile Hacking, OS Security, and Device Management
IoT Threats, Vulnerabilities, Attack Tools, and Countermeasures
Operational Technology Concepts, Attack Tools, and Countermeasures
Cloud Computing, Containers, Hacking, and Security Controls
Cryptography, Algorithms, Implementations, and Tools
PKI, Cryptanalysis, and Attack Countermeasures

Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®)

CISA 2022: Information Systems Auditing
CISA 2022: Auditing, Data Analysis, & Controls
CISA 2022: IT Management Frameworks, Regulations, & Standards
CISA 2022: IT Resources & Monitoring
CISA 2022: Projects, Development, & Testing
CISA 2022: Information Systems Management
CISA 2022: Information Systems Development & Implementation
CISA 2022: Data Privacy
CISA 2022: IAM & Data Classification
CISA 2022: Securing Networks & IT Assets
CISA 2022: Protecting Information Assets
CISA 2022: Virtualization & Cloud Computing
CISA 2022: Auditing Scenarios

Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites, but the following recommendations are suggested if students want to attempt the certification exams:

  • CompTIA Security+: CompTIA Network+ certification along with 2 years of experience in IT with a security focus.
  • CompTIA PenTest+: CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certifications along with 3-4 years of hands-on experience in information security.
  • CompTIA CASP+: A minimum of 10 years of IT experience, with at least 5 years of hands-on technical security experience.
  • Ethical hacker: At least 2 years of experience in information security.
  • CISA®: At least 5 or more years of experience in IS/IT audit, control, assurance, or security. Experience waivers are available for a maximum of 3 years.

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Intermediate to advanced.

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Course type: Industry endorsed

Industry partner: CompTIA and ISACA

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: Optimi College

Assessment information:

  • Online assessments via the Skillsoft Learner Management System.
  • At the end of the course, students can request a certificate of course completion.
  • Students who then opt to proceed with the external industry exam(s) are directed to the relevant vendor.

Exam information: 

  • External industry exams for:
    • CompTIA Security+ SY0-701
    • CompTIA PenTest+ PTO-002
    • CompTIA CASP+ CAS-004
    • Ethical Hacker
    • Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®)
  • Exam format: Multiple choice questions
  • Duration: 90-165 minutes per CompTIA exam. 240 minutes for EH and CISA.
  • Number of questions: Maximum of 90 per CompTIA exam. 150 for EH and CISA.
  • Passing score:
    • SY0-701: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
    • PTO-002: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
    • CAS-004: This test has no scaled score; it’s pass/fail only.
    • Ethical Hacker: 70%
    • CISA: 450 on a scale of 200-800
  • Delivery method: Pearson VUE testing centre or online proctored exam.
  • Exam fees: Not included in the course fee.

 

CompTIA certification overview:

Infrastructure pathway

CompTIA ITF+

CompTIA A+

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA Server+ or CompTIA Linux+

CompTIA Cloud+

Cybersecurity pathway

CompTIA ITF+

CompTIA A+

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA PenTest+ or CompTIA CySA+

CompTIA CASP+

Data and Analytics pathway

CompTIA Data+

Course fee: R8 337.00

Deposit: R1 800.00

Monthly instalment: R726.33

Payment duration: 9 months

Study duration: We recommend a total of 100 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 3.5 months.

Skillsoft course access: 12 months

Dedicated support team

We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.

Exam booking assistance

Depending on your chosen course you will either receive advice or assistance in booking certain exams yourself, or our exam team will make a booking on your behalf. Our team will advise you on the venue closest to you, assist with booking a seat, and confirm the time, date and logistics for your exam sitting. Optimi College also offers discounted exam vouchers for numerous IT certification exams.

Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access

Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, mentoring and practical simulations/virtual labs. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.

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