Learning Objectives

Security Operations

[33%] Focuses on monitoring and analyzing security systems, utilizing tools like SIEM and EDR, and understanding threat intelligence and network architecture to detect and respond to malicious activities.

Vulnerability Management

[30%] Involves identifying, assessing, prioritizing, and mitigating vulnerabilities in systems and applications through scanning, analysis, and implementing appropriate controls.

Incident Response and Management

[20%] Covers the processes and methodologies for preparing for, detecting, responding to, and recovering from cybersecurity incidents, including understanding attack frameworks and post-incident activities.

Reporting and Communication

[17%] Emphasizes the importance of effectively communicating findings from vulnerability assessments and incident responses to stakeholders, including creating reports, metrics, and lessons learned.

  • This course is designed for IT professionals, network administrators, and individuals seeking to build a career in cybersecurity. It is ideal for those preparing for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam, as well as those looking to deepen their knowledge of network security, threat management, and risk mitigation.
  • Whether you're an entry-level professional, someone transitioning into cybersecurity, or an experienced IT professional looking to expand your skill set, this training provides a solid foundation in security principles. The course is beginner-friendly, making it accessible for those with no prior cybersecurity experience. By the end of this course, participants will:
  • 1) Master systematic approaches for scanning, analyzing, and patching system flaws.
  • 2) Acquire skills to research, detect, and neutralize active threats with proactive measures.
  • 3) Explore advanced techniques to harden systems, manage access, and maintain visibility.
  • 4) Gain the confidence and prepare thoroughly for the CompTIA CySA+ certification exam.
  • 5) Identify, exploit, and mitigate vulnerabilities in web, cloud, and software to protect critical assets.

Module by Module Learning Outline

Program Materials

Security Operations

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the key concepts of system and network architecture in security operations.
  • Analyze indicators of potentially malicious activities using appropriate tools and techniques.

Topics Covered

  • System & Network Architecture in Security: Importance of architecture, IAM, encryption, and sensitive data protection.

Malicious Activity Analysis

Topics Covered

  • Analyzing Malicious Activity:
    • Indicators of network, host, and application malicious activities.
    • Techniques and tools for detection.

Vulnerability Management

Learning Objectives

  • Implement effective vulnerability scanning methods and analyze assessment outputs.
  • Prioritize vulnerabilities using analysis data and recommend mitigation controls.

Topics Covered

  • Vulnerability Scanning & Analysis:
    • Asset discovery methods (internal/external; agent/agentless).
    • Analysis of vulnerability assessment tools.

Vulnerability Prioritization

Topics Covered

  • Prioritizing Vulnerabilities:

    • CVSS interpretation.
    • Prioritization factors: exploitability, asset value, zero-day vulnerabilities.

Incident Response & Management

Learning Objectives

  • Explain attack methodology frameworks relevant to cybersecurity incident response.
  • Perform critical incident response activities and understand incident lifecycle phases.

Topics Covered

  • Attack Frameworks: Cyber kill chain, MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model.
  • Performing IR: Detection, analysis, containment, eradication, recovery, preparation, post-incident activities.

Reporting & Communication

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the role of effective reporting and communication in vulnerability management.
  • Highlight the importance of incident response reporting and the communication process.

Topics Covered

  • Vulnerability Management Reporting: Compliance, action plans, vulnerability reports, key metrics, KPIs.
  • Incident Response Reporting: Incident declaration, escalation, root cause analysis, communication and reporting of findings.

Tuition & Hours

Tuition is charged by course. The cost of the certification exam is not included in the tuition and is a separate cost based on the current rates as set by the vendor.

Course Total Hours Tuition
SEC-201: CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst (CySA+) 72 $3,999.00

Books & Supplies

There are no additional charges for books or supplies.

Indirect Costs

Should a student wish to obtain the CompTIA CySA+ certification exam, the cost is an additional fee not covered in tuition. While encouraged, the exam is not a required expense to be paid at the time of enrollment. To obtain a voucher for the certification exam, you will need to purchase it separately.

Course Exam Exam Fee
SEC-201: CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst (CySA+) CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) $404

Program Award

Upon successful completion of the course, the student will receive a Certificate of Completion for CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst (CySA+) Training.

* Exam fees are quoted based on time of publication. Voucher prices may change based on vendor rates and are updated accordingly. Please contact Intellectual Point to verify exam fee charges.

Class Registration

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August: 16, 2025 - September 14, 2025 - 8 AM - 6 PM (ET)
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September: 27, 2025 - October 19, 2025 - 8 AM - 6 PM (ET)
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October: 18, 2025 - November 9, 2025 - 8 AM - 6 PM (ET)
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December: 1, 2025 - January 7, 2026 - 9 AM - 3:30 PM (ET)
Schedule: Mon - Wed
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Cybersecurity analytics greatly improves threat visibility across a broad attack surface by focusing on network behavior, including an organization’s interior network. Threats are better detected using analytics. CySA is a vendor-neutral IT professional certification and the recommended first professional-level certification for IT security-analyst professionals.

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