Professor Messer's SY0-701 Security Plus Training Overview

Jul 25, 2024

Professor Messer's SY0-701 Security Plus Training Course

Course Overview

  • Instructor: James Messer
  • Purpose: To provide an overview of the Security Plus training course and what to expect.
  • Target Audience:
    • Individuals working towards their Security Plus certification.
    • Professionals in IT or those looking to enter IT.
    • People aiming for careers in cybersecurity, IT security, or related fields.

About CompTIA

  • CompTIA: Computing Technology Industry Association
    • Largest provider of independent certifications in the IT industry.
    • Recognized in over 100 countries; exams available in multiple languages.
  • Certifications: A+, Network+, Security+, etc.
  • Members: IT resellers, distributors, manufacturers, and other key technology organizations.

Instructor Background

  • James Messer
    • Experience in supercomputer operation, software engineering, network analysis, and cybersecurity systems engineering.
    • Training course author and publisher with multiple certifications including A+, Network+, and Security+.

Exam Information

  • Version: SY0-701, released on November 7, 2023.
  • Exam Structure:
    • Duration: 90 minutes
    • Questions: Up to 90 (multiple choice and performance-based)
    • Scoring: 100-900 scale; 750 required to pass.

Exam Domains

  1. General Security Concepts - 12%
  2. Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations - 22%
  3. Security Architecture - 18%
  4. Security Operations - 28%
  5. Security Program Management and Oversight - 20%

Types of Questions

  • Multiple Choice: Single question with multiple answers.
  • Performance-Based: Tasks like matching, drag-and-drop, or sorting.

Study Materials and Course Structure

  • Course Videos: Over 120 bite-sized videos covering every topic from the exam objectives.
    • Fully available for free on YouTube.
    • Full correlation with CompTIA exam objectives.
  • Additional Resources:
    • Offline version available for purchase.
    • Course notes and practice exams.
    • Website: professormesser.com

Exam Preparation Tips

  • Download Exam Objectives: Available for free at CompTIA.org or via Professor Messer’s website.
  • Use a Study Book: Recommendations available on Professor Messer’s website.
  • Hands-On Practice: Try different ideas and techniques using your own systems.
  • Practice Exams: Available on the Professor Messer website.

Exam Taking Options

  • Testing Center: Training centers, community colleges, etc.
  • At Home: Secure environment; check rules and regulations on CompTIA’s website.

Support and Community

Final Notes

  • Website: professormesser.com for books, videos, notes, and exams.
  • Exam Objectives Link: Available on Professor Messer’s website.