Security Bundle

Course fee

Cost: R8 800.00

Deposit: R2 200.00

Monthly instalment: R825.00 x 8

Study duration: We recommend a total of 100 hours of study, e.g. study 1 hour per day and complete your course in 3.5 months.

Skillsoft course access: 12 months

About the course

Course code: C01187

This course is aimed at:

• Candidates who want to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in the field of cybersecurity and threat detection.
• Cybersecurity professionals who want to deepen their cybersecurity knowledge and become advanced security practitioners.

Modules and topics covered:

CompTIA Security+ SY0-701

• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Security Goals & Controls
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Fundamental Security Concepts
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Practical Cryptography
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Threat Actors & Vectors
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Survey of Malicious Activities
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Mitigation Techniques
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Architecture & Infrastructure Concepts
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Enterprise Infrastructure Security Principles
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Data Protection Concepts & Strategies
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Resilience & Recovery
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Computing Resources Security Techniques
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Vulnerability Management
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Security Monitoring & Alerting
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Enterprise Security Capabilities
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Identity and Access Management
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Automation, Orchestration, & Incident Response
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Effective Security Governance
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Risk Management
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Security Compliance & Third-Party Risk
• SY0-701 – CompTIA Security+: Audits, Assessments, & Awareness

CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002)

• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Scoping & Engagement
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Professionalism & Integrity
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Passive Reconnaissance
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Active Reconnaissance
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Vulnerability Scanning
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Network Attacks & Exploits
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Wireless Attacks
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Application-based Attacks
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Attacks on Cloud Technologies
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Attacks on Specialized Systems
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Social Engineering Attacks
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Post-Exploitation Techniques
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Written Reports
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Communication & Post-Report Activities
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Analyzing Tool & Script Output
• CompTIA PenTest+ (PTO-002): Penetration Testing Tools

CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner: CASP+ (CAS-004)

• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Business and Industry Influences and Risks
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Organizational Security and Privacy Policies
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Risk Mitigation Strategies and Controls
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Risk Metric Scenarios for Enterprise Security
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Integrating Network and Security Components, Concepts, and Architectures
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Integrating Security Controls for Host Devices
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Integrating Controls for Mobile and Small Form Factor Devices
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Selecting Software Security Controls
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Conducting Security Assessments
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Implementing Incident Response and Recovery
• CompTIA CASP CAS-004: Integrating Hosts, Storage, and Applications in the Enterprise

Ethical Hacker

• Cybersecurity Concepts, Attacks, and Information Warfare
• Cyber Kill Chain, TTPs, Behaviors, and Threat Hunting
• Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, and Threat Modeling
• Incident Management, ML, AI, and Regulations
• Hacking Methodology, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, and Diamond Model
• Footprinting, Google Dorks, Search Engines, and Subdomains
• Recon Tools and Tactics
• Footprinting and Social Engineering Recon and Countermeasures
• Network Scanning, TCP, Host Discovery, and Port/Service Scanning
• Nmap TCP Scans
• Nmap IDLE IPID, UDP, and SCTP Scans
• Scan Optimization, OS Identification, and IDS/Firewall Evasion
• NetBIOS, SMB, SNMP, and LDAP Enumeration
• NTP, NFS, SMTP, and FTP Enumeration
• Vulnerability Assessment, Management, and Classification
• Vulnerability Assessment Types, Models, Tools, and Reports
• Windows Authentication
• Passwords Attacks, Extraction, and Cracking
• Buffer Overflows, Privilege Escalation, and System Access
• Steganography and Avoiding Detection
• AD Enumeration, Mimikatz, and Pivoting Techniques
• Malware, Threats, Trojans, and Viruses
• Fileless Malware, Malware Analysis, and Countermeasures
• Sniffing and Poisoning
• Social Engineering, Insider Threats, and Identity Theft
• DoS, DDoS, Volumetric, and Protocol Attacks
• App Layer Attacks, Botnets, and DoS Countermeasures
• Hijacking Concepts and Countermeasures
• Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewalls, and Honeypots
• Web Server Hacking, Attacks, and Attack Methodologies
• Web Application Attacks and Vulnerabilities
• Web App Hacking Methodology, CSRF Attacks, and Input Filter Evasion
• IDOR Attacks, File Inclusion Attacks, Web APIs, and Webhooks
• SQL Injection Concepts and Attacks
• SQL Injection and SQLMap
• Wireless Concepts, Threats, and Hacking Tools
• Wireless Hacking and Countermeasures
• Mobile Hacking, OS Security, and Device Management
• IoT Threats, Vulnerabilities, Attack Tools, and Countermeasures
• Operational Technology Concepts, Attack Tools, and Countermeasures
• Cloud Computing, Containers, Hacking, and Security Controls
• Cryptography, Algorithms, Implementations, and Tools
• PKI, Cryptanalysis, and Attack Countermeasures

Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®)

• CISA 2022: Information Systems Auditing
• CISA 2022: Auditing, Data Analysis, & Controls
• CISA 2022: IT Management Frameworks, Regulations, & Standards
• CISA 2022: IT Resources & Monitoring
• CISA 2022: Projects, Development, & Testing
• CISA 2022: Information Systems Management
• CISA 2022: Information Systems Development & Implementation
• CISA 2022: Data Privacy
• CISA 2022: IAM & Data Classification
• CISA 2022: Securing Networks & IT Assets
• CISA 2022: Protecting Information Assets
• CISA 2022: Virtualization & Cloud Computing
• CISA 2022: Auditing Scenarios

Admission requirements

Academic grade: No minimum school pass requirements or formal prerequisites, but the following recommendations are suggested if students want to attempt the certification exams:

• CompTIA Security+: CompTIA Network+ certification along with 2 years of experience in IT with a security focus.
• CompTIA PenTest+: CompTIA Network+ and Security+ certifications along with 3-4 years of hands-on experience in information security.
• CompTIA CASP+: A minimum of 10 years of IT experience, with at least 5 years of hands-on technical security experience.
• Ethical hacker: At least 2 years of experience in information security.
• CISA®: At least 5 or more years of experience in IS/IT audit, control, assurance, or security. Experience waivers are available for a maximum of 3 years.

Language: Proficiency in English (course material and support only available in English).

Expertise level: Intermediate to advanced.

Equipment: Access to a PC or laptop with a reliable internet connection.

Effort: Self-paced learning online.

Accreditation status

Course type: Industry endorsed

Industry partner: CompTIA and ISACA

Certification: Certificate confirming course completion.

Certification issued by: College SA

Assessment details

• Online assessments via the Skillsoft Learner Management System.
• At the end of the course, students can request a certificate of course completion.
• Students who then opt to proceed with the external industry exam(s) are directed to the relevant vendor.

Exam information:

• External industry exams for:
  • CompTIA Security+ SY0-701
  • CompTIA PenTest+ PTO-002
  • CompTIA CASP+ CAS-004
  • Ethical Hacker
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®)
• Exam format: Multiple choice questions
• Duration: 90-165 minutes per CompTIA exam. 240 minutes for EH and CISA.
• Number of questions: Maximum of 90 per CompTIA exam. 150 for EH and CISA.
• Passing score:
  • SY0-701: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
  • PTO-002: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
  • CAS-004: This test has no scaled score; it’s pass/fail only.
  • Ethical Hacker: 70%
  • CISA: 450 on a scale of 200-800
• Delivery method: Pearson VUE testing centre or online proctored exam.
• Exam fees: Not included in the course fee.

CompTIA certification overview:

What to expect

Dedicated support team

We understand that students may require guidance and support to navigate the learning journey, and our Client Services team is always ready to assist them in every possible way. Our team is readily available during office hours and can be contacted via email, phone, WhatsApp and social media.

Exam booking assistance

Depending on your chosen course you will either receive advice or assistance in booking certain exams yourself, or our exam team will make a booking on your behalf. Our team will advise you on the venue closest to you, assist with booking a seat, and confirm the time, date and logistics for your exam sitting. College SA also offers discounted exam vouchers for numerous IT certification exams.

Skillsoft Learner Management System (LMS) access

Skillsoft is an online learning management system that offers all students enrolled for any of our IT Academy courses compelling content, interactive videos, quizzes, mentoring and practical simulations/virtual labs. The platform allows students to learn at their own pace.