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Cybersecurity

CompTIA CySA+

CompTIA CySA+ validates your ability to detect, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity threats in today’s security environments.

Total Duration
40 Hours
Level
Intermediate
Category
Cybersecurity
Partner
CompTIA
About this course

About this course

CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) (CS0-004) is designed for professionals responsible for detecting, analyzing, and responding to cybersecurity threats in real-world environments.

CySA+ V4 reflects the latest evolution in security operations. It validates hands-on, applied skills across the full security operations lifecycle: from threat detection and vulnerability management to incident response and communication.

Target Audience

Cybersecurity professionals looking to develop stronger threat detection and analysis skills.
SOC analysts and security analysts who work with security monitoring and incident response.
IT professionals with networking or systems experience who want to move into cybersecurity.
Network and system administrators looking to build practical security operations skills.
Cybersecurity professionals preparing to the CompTIA CySA+ certification.

Prerequisites

Network+ and Security+ or equivalent knowledge
With approximately 4 years of hands-on experience in a SOC, security analyst

Course Outline

  • Expanded focus on security operations
  • New coverage of AI in security operations
  • Greater emphasis on automation, SOAR, and efficiency
  • Updated tools and techniques for: Cloud and hybrid environments, Threat intelligence platforms
  • Modern vulnerability prioritization using EPSS alongside CVSS
  • Enhanced focus on communication, reporting, and KPIs
Learning outcomes

What you'll learn

Identify and investigate suspicious activity across networks, endpoints, and cloud environments to uncover potential security threats.
Monitor and analyze data using industry-standard tools such as SIEM and EDR platforms.
Identify, prioritize, and mitigate vulnerabilities using risk-based approaches.
Investigate and respond to security incidents using structured processes and real-world techniques.
Clearly communicate security findings and risks to stakeholders through reports and dashboards.
Apply security practices across cloud and hybrid environments while supporting efficient and effective operations.

Skills you'll learn

9 skills
Analyze Security Events
Detect Cyber Threats
Perform Vulnerability Management.
Use Security Tools
Conduct Incident Response
Network Traffic Analysis
Security Log Analysis
Threat Intelligence Analysis
Security Operations

Certificate

  • Attendance Certificate from CLS Learning Solutions
  • This course enables you to pass CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-004) Exam     
CompTIA CySA+

Potential Career Paths

Security Analyst
SOC Analyst
Threat Intelligence Analyst
Incident Response Analyst
Vulnerability Analyst
Security Engineer