Get the Skills and Support to Start in Cybersecurity
Live, instructor-led training designed to help you build the core skills used in entry-level cybersecurity and prepare for the CompTIA Security+ certification.
If you want a structured path into cybersecurity, this program gives you one. You will learn threat awareness, risk basics, secure practices, identity and access concepts, and incident response fundamentals through live instruction, recorded sessions, and support built to help you stay on track.
Live, instructor-led online training
60 clock hours (Security+ pathway)
Security+ (SY0‑701) exam prep
Exam voucher + one retake included
Recorded sessions + support to stay on track
In 15 minutes, we will help you understand your next step and see whether this program fits your goals.
CYBERSECURITY CERTIFICATION PREP
Security Fundamentals. One Certification Pathway.
Security+ is a strong starting point for people who want to break into cybersecurity or strengthen their IT foundation. This program gives you a structured way to build the core security skills used in real environments while preparing for the certification exam.
You will move through the material needed for CompTIA Security+ in a clear sequence so you can build confidence, strengthen your fundamentals, and avoid guessing what to study next.
Career Outcomes
- Junior Security Analyst / Entry-Level Security — understand threats, controls, and foundational response steps
- SOC Analyst (Junior) — recognize indicators, support monitoring workflows, escalate correctly
- IT Security Support — apply secure practices to systems, users, and everyday operations
Course Overview
CompTIA Security+ Certification Prep
Build job-ready security fundamentals—threat awareness, risk basics, secure practices, and incident response concepts—aligned to Security+ (SY0‑701) so you’re ready for the exam and entry-level cybersecurity roles.
Module 1 — Social Engineering & Human-Based Attacks (4 hrs)
Phishing (email/SMS/voice), pretexting, tailgating, impersonation; user education and detection strategies.
Module 2 — Indicators of Compromise: App & Network Attacks (4 hrs)
Malware types, zero-days, privilege escalation, injection/DoS vectors; identify and analyze IoCs.
Module 3 — Vulnerabilities, Assessments & Pen Testing Basics (4 hrs)
Misconfigurations, patching, scanning, risk analysis, and pen test methodology and tooling.
Module 4 — Enterprise Security & Secure Development (4 hrs)
Secure coding, DevSecOps, app hardening, and SDLC integration of security controls.
Module 5 — Authentication, Authorization & Access Control (4 hrs)
MFA, SSO, biometrics, RBAC/ABAC; implement IAM and access policies across environments.
Module 6 — Cybersecurity Resilience & Redundancy (4 hrs)
Backups, HA, fault tolerance, clustering, RAID, DR/BCP to minimize downtime and loss.
Module 7 — Physical Security, Cryptography & PKI (4 hrs)
Facility controls; symmetric/asymmetric crypto, hashing, certificates, and PKI operations.
Module 8 — Secure Protocols & Network Defense (4 hrs)
HTTPS, SSH, SFTP, IPsec, TLS; configure firewalls, VLANs, IDS/IPS for layered defense.
Module 9 — Wireless, Mobile & Cloud Security (4 hrs)
WPA3, MDM, cloud models/shared responsibility; securing deployments and endpoints.
Module 10 — Identity & Access Management Systems (4 hrs)
Directory services, federation, least privilege, group policy; implement/verify IAM controls.
Module 11 — Incident Response & Mitigation (4 hrs)
IR lifecycle—detect, contain, eradicate, recover; SIEM use and playbook execution.
Module 12 — Digital Forensics & Evidence Handling (4 hrs)
Chain of custody, acquisition, preservation, log/disk analysis, and legal considerations.
Module 13 — Security Policies, Frameworks & Risk Management (4 hrs)
Acceptable use, passwords, remote/BYOD, risk assessments; align with NIST/ISO frameworks.
Module 14 — Privacy, Compliance & Data Protection (4 hrs)
GDPR/HIPAA/CCPA concepts, data classification/handling, DLP, encryption, minimization.
Module 15 — Final Review, Practice Exam & Study Plan (4 hrs)
Timed practice, Q&A, test strategy, and targeted review to finalize SY0‑701 readiness.
PROGRAM BREAKDOWN
What’s Included in This Program
A structured training path built to help you develop the core skills used in entry-level cybersecurity while preparing for CompTIA Security+.
Training is live and instructor-led online with recorded sessions for review. You will cover threat awareness, vulnerabilities, secure network practices, identity and access basics, risk concepts, and incident response fundamentals in a sequence designed to build confidence and practical understanding.
The program also includes certification prep, an exam voucher plus one retake where applicable, and built-in support so you can move through training with more structure and less guesswork.
Skills You’ll Build
- Threat awareness (common attacks and indicators)
- Vulnerability basics (how weaknesses are identified)
- Secure network defense (protocols and defensive controls)
- Identity & access basics (access control concepts)
- Risk fundamentals (how security decisions are prioritized)
- Incident response basics (detect, contain, recover concepts)
- Policies & compliance awareness (security standards mindset)
- Exam readiness (structured prep + practice resources)
LIVE, INSTRUCTOR‑LED TRAINING • BUILT‑IN SUPPORT • INDUSTRY‑ALIGNED
Training Format
Classes are delivered live online with instructor-led teaching, guided practice, and interactive participation. Sessions are recorded so students can review lessons and stay supported outside class time.
Student Support
Students receive built-in support throughout the program, including guided learning resources, recorded sessions, and help staying on track.
Why Access Computer Training
ACT is a licensed school focused on career-aligned training and student support. The goal is to provide more than classes by giving students a clear path, practical skill-building, and support throughout the program.
Fit Check + FAQ
Is This Program a Good Fit?
If you want a clear, beginner-friendly path into cybersecurity, this program gives you structured training for CompTIA Security+ with support built in.
- You want a strong foundation in security fundamentals (threats, risk, secure practices).
- You want a clear path to Security+ (SY0‑701) readiness.
- You prefer live, instructor-led online training instead of self-paced guessing.
- You want recorded sessions so you can review anytime and catch up fast.
- You want exam-aligned prep with an exam voucher + one retake (where applicable).
FAQ
This course prepares you for one certification: CompTIA Security+ (exam SY0-701). It’s designed to build foundational cybersecurity skills used in entry-level security roles.
Training is live, instructor-led online (synchronous). You attend scheduled sessions in real time and get guided instruction instead of trying to piece everything together alone.
You’ll have access to structured learning resources and support throughout the program, including practice tools for IT students, plus mentoring by appointment and after-hours support when you need extra help.
Yes. Sessions are recorded and available for review, so you can rewatch difficult topics, reinforce what you learned, and catch up quickly if you miss a class.
Before Day 1, you’ll complete a mandatory onboarding session to make sure your setup and access are ready. You’ll need a Windows PC, reliable internet, and ideally dual monitors (or a second device) for smoother participation during live training.
NOT SURE WHICH TRAINING PATH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Book a Free 15-Minute Career Strategy Call
In a free 15-minute call, we will learn about your goals, experience, and next step, then help you understand whether this program is the right fit and what support is included.
- Get clarity on which program fits your goals
- Understand certifications, schedule, and funding options
- Leave with a clear next step and no pressure to commit