Network Administrator (CompTIA Network +) and IT Security Administrator (CompTIA Security+)

The course covers network configuration and various network architectures. It also provides expertise in the fundamentals of network security and risk management.

  • Certificates: CompTIA Network+" certificate
    CompTIA Security+" certificate
  • Examination: Praxisbezogene Projektarbeiten mit Abschlusspräsentationen
    CompTIA Network+ Zertifizierungsprüfung N10-009
    CompTIA Security+ Zertifizierungsprüfung SY0-801 V8 (in englischer Sprache)
  • Teaching Times: Full-time
    Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. (in weeks with public holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.)
  • Language of Instruction: German
  • Duration: 8 Weeks

Network administration (CompTIA Network +)

Network Concepts (approx. 4 days)

Open Systems Interconnection (OSI Model)

Network Devices, Applications, and Functions

Cloud Concepts and Connectivity Options

Common Network Ports, Protocols, Services, and Traffic Types

Transmission media and transceivers

Network topologies, architectures, and types

IPv4 Network Addressing

Network Environments (SDN/SD-WAN, VXLAN, ZTA, SASE/SSE, IaC, IPv6 Addressing)


Network Implementations (approx. 3.5 days)

Routing Technologies 

Switching Technologies and Functions

Wi-Fi device technologies

Factors Affecting Physical Installations


Network Operations (approx. 3 days)

Organizational processes and procedures (documentation, change and configuration management)

Use of network monitoring and AI-based analysis technologies

Disaster recovery (DR) concepts

Implementation of IPv4 and IPv6 network services

Methods of network access and network administration


Network Security (approx. 2.5 days)

Security Concepts

Types of Attacks and Their Impact

Application of Network Security Features, Security Measures, and Solutions

AI-powered detection of anomalous network activity


Network Troubleshooting (approx. 4 days)

Troubleshooting Methodology

Troubleshooting Common Cable and Interface Problems

Troubleshooting network service issues

Troubleshooting Performance Issues

Network Software Tools and Commands

AI-powered Analysis and Troubleshooting


Project work/case study, certification preparation and certification exam (approx. 3 days)

CompTIA Network+ N10-009

IT Security Administrator (CompTIA Security+)

General Safety Concepts (approx. 2.5 days)

Basic Security Concepts

Types of Security Checks

Change Management Processes

Use of Appropriate Cryptography

 


Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attacks (approx. 4 days)

Characteristics of Threats and Vulnerabilities

Threat Actors and Motivations

Threat Vectors and Sources

Types of Vulnerabilities and Attack Surfaces

Indicators of Malicious Activity

Threats and Vulnerabilities Arising from the Use of AI


Security Architecture (approx. 3 days)

Security Implications of Architectural Models

Security Architecture for Protecting the Infrastructure

Concepts and Strategies for Data Protection

Resilience and Recovery in Security Architecture


Security Operations (approx. 5 days)

Control measures, techniques, and solutions for environmental protection

Security Implications of Hardware, Software, and Data Asset Management

Vulnerability Management

Concepts and Tools for Security Alerts and Monitoring

AI-powered anomaly detection in SIEM systems

Identity and access management

Automation and Orchestration Solutions

Intelligent Automation and AI-Based Prioritization of Security Events (SOAR)

Incident Response Measures

Data Sources to Support a Security Investigation


Managing and Monitoring Security Programs (approx. 2.5 days)

Governance, Risk, and Compliance Artifacts

Impact of Risk Management Processes

Assessment and Management Processes

Security Compliance

Audit and Assessment Activities

Security Awareness Programs


Project Work/Case Study, Certification Preparation, and Certification Exam (approx. 3 days)

CompTIA Security+ SY0-801 V8 (in English)



Changes are possible, the course content is updated regularly.

CompTIA A+ exam or 9 to 12 months of experience in IT networking is recommended, good knowledge of English for the certification exam is required.

You will acquire essential knowledge and skills for configuring, managing, and troubleshooting wired and wireless networks, and in the process, you will also learn how to make targeted use of AI-powered technologies.

In addition, you have expertise in the fundamental principles of network security and risk management. You’ll learn about potential threats, vulnerabilities, and countermeasures against hacker attacks. You’ll also gain insight into the management and monitoring of security programs, as well as modern security tools and automation solutions used in today’s security operations.

IT specialists, database and network specialists, (specialist) computer scientists, programmers and people with practical experience in the IT sector (including career changers).

With the increasing demands on IT infrastructure and the growing use of AI technologies, IT security is playing an increasingly critical and key role in businesses. With CompTIA Security+, you’ll earn a vendor-neutral, globally recognized certification that will enhance your career prospects in the IT industry and provide compelling proof of your expertise. IT security professionals work both directly at IT security service providers and in-house at companies across all industries.

Die Teilnahme an der Zertifizierungsprüfung ist ausschließlich an einem Privat PC (kein Linux-Betriebssystem) oder in einem autorisierten PearsonVUE Testcenter möglich. 

Bitte kläre die Übernahme der Fahrtkosten zu einer ggf. in einem Testcenter im Tagespendelbereich stattfindenden Zertifizierungsprüfung vor Beginn des Lehrgangs mit der zuständigen Förderstelle ab (z.B. Agentur für Arbeit, Jobcenter, Transfergesellschaft, Rentenversicherungsanstalt). alfatraining übernimmt keine Fahrtkosten.

Didactic concept

Your lecturers are highly qualified both professionally and didactically and will teach you from the first to the last day (no self-study system).

You will learn in effective small groups. The courses usually consist of 6 to 25 participants. The general lessons are supplemented by numerous practical exercises in all course modules. The practice phase is an important part of the course, as it is during this time that you process what you have just learned and gain confidence and routine in its application. The final section of the course involves a project, a case study or a final exam.

 

Virtual classroom alfaview®

Lessons take place using modern alfaview® video technology - either from the comfort of your own home or at our premises at Bildungszentrum. The entire course can see each other face-to-face via alfaview®, communicate with each other in lip-sync voice quality and work on joint projects. Of course, you can also see and talk to your connected trainers live at any time and you will be taught by your lecturers in real time for the entire duration of the course. The lessons are not e-learning, but real live face-to-face lessons via video technology.

 

The courses at alfatraining are funded by Agentur für Arbeit and are certified in accordance with the AZAV approval regulation. When submitting a Bildungsgutscheinor Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein, the entire course costs are usually covered by your funding body.
Funding is also possible via Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF), Deutsche Rentenversicherung (DRV) or regional funding programs. As a regular soldier, you have the option of attending further training courses via Berufsförderungsdienst (BFD). Companies can also have their employees qualified via funding from Agentur für Arbeit (Qualifizierungschancengesetz).

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0800 3456-500 Mon. - Fri. from 8 am to 5 pm
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