NDG CySA+
Practice behavioral analytics, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response. Aligned with CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) exam objectives.
About this course
The NDG CySA+ labs give you practice in behavioral analytics techniques for identifying vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to an organization. You'll work with threat-detection tools, analyze malware behavior, and practice securing applications and systems.
Labs map to the CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) certification exam objectives.
What you'll learn
Course outline
Labs
Lab 01: Network Enumeration
Lab 02: Web Application Scanning
Lab 03: Windows CLI Tools
Lab 04: Linux Command Line Tools
Lab 05: Vulnerability Scanning
Lab 06: Packet Analysis
Lab 07: Host Hardening
Lab 08: Understanding ACL's and Host-Based Firewalls
Lab 09: Working with Log Data
Lab 10: Memory Forensic Analysis
Lab 11: Digital Forensic Analysis
Lab 12: Extracting Data from a Compromised Machine
Lab 13: Password Cracking
Lab 14: Packet Crafting
Lab 15: Log Analysis with Bash Scripting
Lab 16: Configuring a Firewall
Lab 17: Incident Response Procedures
Lab 18: Securing Data Using Encryption Software
Lab 19: Creating Rules and Testing Snort IDS
Lab 20: Network Intrusion Detection with OSSIM
Lab 21: Host Intrusion Detection with OSSIM
No Lab: Launch Cyber Range
What's in this course
Prerequisites
- Completion of CompTIA Security+ or equivalent security knowledge
- Familiarity with network monitoring tools and log analysis
- Basic understanding of vulnerability scanning and threat intelligence
Best for
- Security analysts developing threat detection and vulnerability management skills
- Professionals preparing for the CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) certification
- IT staff working in SOC environments or incident response roles
- Learners who completed Security+ and want to advance their security career
Certification
Resources & support
NDG Online provides technical support specifically related to the functionality of the lab environment only. Any questions or concerns regarding the learning material or lab content must be directed to your instructor. Self-paced learners who find they require additional support are encouraged to seek out a course at a local academic institution.
Common questions
Does this course prepare me for the CySA+ exam?
The course aligns with the CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) exam objectives, with labs covering security monitoring, vulnerability management, threat hunting, and incident response.
Do I need Security+ first?
CySA+ builds on Security+-level knowledge. Completing Security+ or having equivalent experience with security tools and log analysis is recommended before starting.
How long do I have access?
Your purchase includes 3 months of access to the course content and labs.