Designed for IT professionals entering the cybersecurity field, this course covers essential security principles and practices aligned with the CompTIA Security+ exam. Participants will learn to identify threats, secure network infrastructure, manage risk, and respond to incidents across hybrid environments.
Learning Outcomes:
Identify and respond to common threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities
Implement secure network architectures and protocols
Apply identity and access management controls
Manage risk and conduct basic forensics
Support organisational security through policies and training
Key Topics:
Network and endpoint security fundamentals
Cryptography, PKI, and authentication methods
Security assessments and risk mitigation
Incident response and digital forensics
Governance, compliance, and security policies
Exam Details
This course is designed to build participants’ understanding of key concepts and domains covered in the CompTIA Security+ certification.
CompTIA Security+ certification validates the baseline knowledge required to perform core security functions. It verifies participants’ ability to assess enterprise security posture, recommend and implement security solutions, monitor hybrid environments, and respond to incidents, while ensuring awareness of governance, risk, and compliance.
The CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) exam covers the most in-demand cybersecurity skills related to current threats, automation, zero trust, IoT, and more.
| Number of questions | Maximum 90 |
| Type of questions | Multiple choice and performance-based |
| Exam duration | 90 minutes |
Please note that the certification exam is not bundled with the course and must be purchased separately.
To maximise success, participants are strongly encouraged to complement the course with additional self-study, revision of course materials, and dedicated practice before attempting the exam.
FUNDING INFORMATION
SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG)
Funding is available on Course Fee. Please see below for the eligibility categories available.
| Self-sponsored | Singapore Citizen & PR aged ≥ 21 years | Up to 50% funding |
| Singapore Citizen aged ≥ 40 years | Up to 70% funding | |
| Company Sponsored (Non-SME) | Singapore Citizen & PR aged ≥ 21 years | Up to 50% funding |
| Singapore Citizen aged ≥ 40 years | Up to 70% funding | |
| Company Sponsored (SME) | Singapore Citizen & PR aged ≥ 21 years | Up to 70% funding |
| Singapore Citizen aged ≥ 40 years | Up to 70% funding |
SSG Funding Requirements
- Trainees must scan their attendance twice daily using the SingPass application.
- Trainees must attain at least 75% attendance.
- Trainees must pass the in-house assessment to be eligible for funding.
- Trainee and/or sponsoring company is/are required to meet all SSG-mandated eligibility criteria and requirements for funding. For more information, please refer to SkillsFuture homepage.
Appeal Policy and Procedure
- As a candidate in this course assessment, you may appeal your results if you disagree with them.
- To do so, submit your written appeal request via email to esv_comat_cse@stengg.com within 3 working days from date of assessment.
Cancellation, Postponement and Refund Policy
- Request for cancellation or postponement must be submitted in writing more than 4 weeks before the class start date to avoid any charges.
- Written notice for cancellation or postponement received 2 to 4 weeks before class start date will incur Late Cancellation Charge - 50% of course fee.
- Written notice for cancellation or postponement received less than 2 weeks before class start date will incur Late Cancellation Charge - 100% of course fee.
- If payment has been made and ST Engineering e-Services Pte Ltd accepts the trainee's written notification to cancel or withdraw from the course, ST Engineering e-Services Pte Ltd will issue a refund, less any applicable Late Cancellation Charges.
Feedback Policy and Procedure
- You may submit feedback via email to esv_comat_cse@stengg.com or your servicing Account Manager.
- Any formal feedback will be handled within 10 working days from receipt with a written reply given. An interim reply will be provided should more time be required.
Lesson 1: Summarize Fundamental Security Concepts
Lesson 2: Compare Threat Types
Lesson 3: Explain Cryptographic Solutions
Lesson 4: Implement Identity and Access Management
Lesson 5: Secure Enterprise Network Architecture
Lesson 6: Secure Cloud Network Architecture
Lesson 7: Explain Resiliency and Site Security Concepts
Lesson 8: Explain Vulnerability Management
Lesson 9: Evaluate Network Security Capabilities
Lesson 10: Assess Endpoint Security Capabilities
Lesson 11: Enhance Application Security Capabilities
Lesson 12: Explain Incident Response and Monitoring Concepts
Lesson 13: Analyze Indicators of Malicious Activity
Lesson 14: Summarize Security Governance Concepts
Lesson 15: Explain Risk Management Processes
Lesson 16: Summarize Data Protection and Compliance Concepts