CompTIA Security+ Certification Training Austin

Complete training for CompTIA Security+ certification (SY0-701) - The baseline certification to start in cybersecurity

CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)5 daysIntermediateBlended (in-person + remote)

In Austin, our cybersecurity training supports Texas businesses in their secure digital transformation. Organizations like Dell Technologies, IBM, Oracle trust our expertise to train their teams. Based in Capital Factory, we understand the specific challenges of the United States market and adapt our programs to local realities.

Key Information

Duration5 days

ModeBlended (in-person + remote)

LevelIntermediate

LocationAustin

Checklist

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Security+ Checklist: Security Domains

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Presentation

Complete training for CompTIA Security+ certification (SY0-701) - The baseline certification to start in cybersecurity

Objectives

Identify and mitigate threats, attacks and vulnerabilities
Implement network and system security controls
Understand secure architectures and Zero Trust
Master security operations and incident response
Apply governance, risk and compliance

Target Audience

→System and network administrators
→IT professionals transitioning to security
→Junior SOC analysts
→Support technicians wanting to advance
→IT students focused on cybersecurity

Prerequisites

CompTIA Network+ recommended or equivalent. 2 years of system/network administration experience with security exposure. Basic TCP/IP knowledge.

Detailed Program

•Types of threat actors and attack vectors
•Malware, ransomware and social engineering attacks
•Application vulnerabilities and injection
•Indicators of compromise (IoC) analysis

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Prerequisites

CompTIA Network+ recommended or equivalent. 2 years of system/network administration experience with security exposure. Basic TCP/IP knowledge.

Target Audience

→System and network administrators
→IT professionals transitioning to security
→Junior SOC analysts
→Support technicians wanting to advance
→IT students focused on cybersecurity

Detailed Curriculum

Domain 1: Threats, Attacks and Vulnerabilities

→Types of threat actors and attack vectors
→Malware, ransomware and social engineering attacks
→Application vulnerabilities and injection
→Indicators of compromise (IoC) analysis

Domain 2: Architecture and Design

→Enterprise security concepts
→Secure virtualization, cloud and containers
→Zero Trust architecture and segmentation
→Cryptography and PKI

Domain 3: Implementation

→Securing protocols and services
→Authentication and access control
→System and application hardening
→Endpoint and mobile security

Domain 4: Operations and Incident Response

→Security tools: SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls
→Forensic analysis and investigations
→Incident response process
→Business continuity and disaster recovery

Domain 5: Governance, Risk and Compliance

→Security policies and procedures
→Risk assessment and management
→Regulatory compliance (GDPR, PCI DSS)
→Security awareness and training

Expected Outcomes

Identify and mitigate threats, attacks and vulnerabilities

Implement network and system security controls

Understand secure architectures and Zero Trust

Master security operations and incident response

Apply governance, risk and compliance

Companies in Austin using this training

Dell Technologies - Awareness training for 500+ employees
IBM - Ongoing certification program
Oracle - Security audit and custom training
Capital Factory startups - Monthly group training sessions

Regulatory Compliance

Texas Privacy Protection Act, HIPAA (healthcare), SOX (public companies), GLBA (financial services), CMMC (defense), SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules, SOC 2 and ISO 27001 for tech sector

FAQs

Is Security+ a good first cybersecurity certification?

Yes, Security+ is considered THE entry-level cybersecurity certification. It is vendor-neutral, DoD 8570 compliant (US), and covers all fundamentals. It is often a prerequisite for more advanced certifications like CISSP or CEH.

How much does the Security+ exam cost?

The SY0-701 exam costs $392 (~€370). It includes up to 90 questions (multiple choice + performance-based) over 90 minutes. The passing score is 750/900. Certification is valid for 3 years.

What is the difference between Security+ and CEH?

Security+ covers defensive security fundamentals (5 general domains), while CEH focuses on ethical hacking and offensive techniques. Security+ is recommended first, then CEH for those wanting to specialize in pentesting.

What salary with Security+?

In France, an entry-level with Security+ can expect €35-45K. With 2-3 years of experience, salaries rise to €50-65K. Security+ is often the first step toward better-paid roles (SOC analyst, security engineer).

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Next session in Austin

March 5, 2026