CompTIA Security+ Complete Study Guide: Exam SY0-701

Who is this book for
This ebook is meticulously crafted for anyone aiming to ace the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exam, whether you're an aspiring IT professional or a seasoned expert seeking to update your credentials.
If you're embarking on a journey into the world of IT, looking to solidify foundational knowledge, or aiming to gain a competitive edge in the job market, this book is your guide.
It serves as an essential resource for those pursuing CompTIA Security+ certification as part of their career development.

About this book
CompTIA Security+ SY0-701: Digestible Exam Study Guide 2024® offers a comprehensive dive into the concepts, practices, and real-world applications that will be covered in the CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 exams. This ebook is structured to build your understanding from the ground up, covering everything you need to pass the exam.
The content herein is presented in a manner that is easy to digest, with a focus on facilitating retention through clear explanations, practical examples, and a variety of learning aids.
By the end of this ebook, readers should not only be prepared to pass the CompTIA Security+ exams but also to apply their knowledge effectively in a real-world IT environment.

Exam details
The CompTIA Security+ exam, SY0-701, is the gateway to becoming CompTIA Security+ certified. The SY0-701 exam focuses on general security concepts, security threats, security architectures, and security operations.
This ebook provides an in-depth look at the current objectives published by CompTIA.


Exam outline
The new CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) represents the latest and greatest in cybersecurity, covering the most in-demand skills related to current threats, automation, zero trust, IoT, risk – and more.
Once certified, you’ll understand the core skills needed to succeed on the job – and employers will notice too. The Security+ exam verifies you have the knowledge and skills required to:

• Assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions.
• Monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, Internet of Things (IoT), and operational technology.
• Operate with an awareness of applicable regulations and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance.
• Identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.
CompTIA Security+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the U.S. DoD to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements. Regulators and government rely on ANSI accreditation because it provides confidence and trust in the outputs of an accredited program. Over 2.3 million CompTIA ISO/ANSI-accredited exams have been delivered since January 1, 2011.

The table below lists the domains measured by this examination and the extent to which they are represented:
1.0: General Security Concepts (12%)
2.0: Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations (22%)
3.0: Security Architecture (18%)
4.0: Security Operations (28%)
5.0: Security Program Management and Oversight (20%)

This ebook covers all these areas in detail. We delve deep into each topic, breaking down complex concepts into comprehensible nuggets.