Course Summary

IT security is absolutely crucial for individuals and organizations in today’s digital world. The general ability to protect data, devices and networks is a fundamental skill for the responsible use of information technology. Obtaining the Linux Professional Institute Security Essentials certificate is a fantastic way to learn how to protect yourself and to demonstrate your knowledge and expertise in the field to potential employers and clients.

The Security Essentials exam covers preliminary knowledge in all important fields of IT security. The certificate is intended for students who had their first course in IT security, for all members and staff of organizations that want to improve their IT security as well as for individuals who want to attain a basic competence in the secure use of information technology.

The Security Essentials certificate validates a demonstrated understanding of the following:
Security Concepts
Encryption
Node, Device and Storage Security
Network and Service Security
Identity and Privacy

021 Security Concepts

021.1 Goals, Roles and Actors

021.2 Risk Assessment and Management

021.3 Ethical Behavior

022 Encryption

022.1 Cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure

022.2 Web Encryption

022.3 Email Encryption

022.4 Data Storage Encryption

023 Device and Storage Security

023.1 Hardware Security

023.2 Application Security

023.3 Malware

023.4 Data Availability

024 Network and Service Security

024.1 Networks, Network Services and the Internet

024.2 Network and Internet Security

024.3 Network Encryption and Anonymity

025 Identity and Privacy

025.1 Identity and Authentication

025.2 Information Confidentiality and Secure Communication

025.3 Privacy Protection

There are no prerequisites for this certification

Pass the Linux Essentials 020 exam. The Security Essentials exam contains 40 questions and must be completed within 60 minutes.

Following your booking, a confirmation message will be sent to all participants, ensuring you're well-informed of your successful enrollment. Calendar placeholders will also be dispatched to assist you in scheduling your commitments around the course. Rest assured, all course materials and access to necessary labs or platforms will be provided no later than one week before the course begins, allowing you ample time to prepare and engage fully with the learning experience ahead.

Our comprehensive training package includes all the necessary materials and resources to facilitate a full learning experience. Enrollees will be provided with detailed course content, encompassing a wide array of topics to ensure a thorough understanding of the subject matter. Additionally, participants will receive a certificate of completion to recognize their dedication and hard work. It's important to note that while the course fee covers all training materials and experiences, the examination fee for certification is not included but can be purchased separately.

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