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International CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst Bootcamp (CYSA+)
Your pathway to earning the most in-demand CYSA+ certification
The CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst Bootcamp (CYSA+) is a certification for cyber professionals tasked with incident detection, prevention, and response through continuous security monitoring.
This part-time course is tailored for professionals with some cybersecurity experience who are ready to take their careers to the next level. By the end of the 20 weeks, learners will earn a certificate of completion from Moringa and a CYSA+ certification from CompTIA .
- Advanced proficiency in cybersecurity operations and monitoring
- Enhanced threat detection and response capabilities
- In-depth knowledge of vulnerability management strategies
- Mastery of security architecture principles and tools
- Expertise in incident response and recovery procedures
- Understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks
- Students are required to commit at least 20 hours every week.
- Lecture sessions take place between Mondays – Fridays between 6.00 pm – 9.00 pm.
- Additional hours and support will be availed on Saturdays upon request.
- Blended learning: – group work, self-learning and lecture hours, project days.
- Learners will get exam prep materials & vouchers ahead of the certificate examination day
This course is tailored for professionals with some cybersecurity experience who are ready to take their careers to the next level. Aspiring cybersecurity analysts, security engineers, and IT professionals seeking to advance their careers in cybersecurity or enhance existing skills, this CYSA+ course will empower you to excel in the fast-paced world of cybersecurity.
- Must have and show proof of Network+, Security+, or equivalent knowledge.
- Minimum of 2 years of hands-on information security or related experience in IT.
- Proficiency in English
- Must have a computer or laptop ( core i5 – i7, 8GB RAM, 500GB memory).
- All classes are fully online. You are required to have access to stable internet.
This is the best course to advance your career in cybersecurity. Moringa School guarantees you the following: –
- Flexible Schedule for busy professionals – our part-time course offers evening and weekend classes, allowing you to pursue your cybersecurity goals without compromising your professional commitments.
- Practical Application: Put theory into practice with hands-on labs and real-world simulations on Let’s Defend Labs.
- Expert Instructors: Learn from industry-certified instructors who bring years of hands-on experience to the classroom. Benefit from personalized guidance, and mentorship.
- Career Advancement: Whether you’re aiming for a promotion, seeking new opportunities, or looking to specialize in cybersecurity, our CYSA+ course will equip you with the credentials and skills to excel in your career.
- Discounted Exam vouchers – to sit for the certification exam in comparison to the market price, you will also get dual certification – A certificate of completion from Moringa & CYSA+ from CompTIA.
- Security Analyst
- Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
- Incident Response Analyst
- Vulnerability Management Analyst
- Security Engineer
Did you know Information security analyst is one of the fastest growing careers with 32% growth expected between 2022 and 2032? (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics).
Course Details
See the pacing options available, price, and more information about this course below;
CompTIA
Part Time Classes – 20 weeks
Part-Time Classes
Online Classes every Mon – Fri from 6.00 pm – 9.00 pm ( live lectures, self-learning, and Technical Mentor Support available)
Original Tuition Fees: Ksh 230,000
Introductory Fees: Ksh 200,000
Hurry and take advantage of the Discounted Fee Offer at Ksh 200,000
USD 181
The tuition & exam fees can be paid in full before start of class or in installments.
Download fee payment plan for more details.
Course Curriculum
The curriculum has been designed by Moringa School in partnership with CompTIA [the world’s leading certification body for cybersecurity professionals] As a learner, you will be fully trained by certified, industry-expert instructors to complete the coursework and be in the best position to sit for the CompTIA CYSA+ certification exams. In addition to coursework, you will have unlimited access to Let’s defend for cyber projects and lab work.
Course Overview & Outline
- Course Overview
- System configurations and installations
- Cybersecurity Leadership Concepts
- Assisted Lab: Exploring The Lab Environment
- Control Types and Methods
- Assisted Lab: Configuring Controls
- Patch Management Concepts
- Threat Actor Concepts
- Active Threats
- Assisted Lab: Reviewing IoC and Threat Intelligence Sources
- Threat-Hunting Concepts
- PBQ: Performing Threat Intelligence
- Assisted Lab: Performing Threat-hunting
- System and Network Architecture Concepts
- PBQ: Analyzing Network Infrastructures
- Applied Lab: Performing System Hardening
- Identity and Access Management (IAM)
- Assisted Lab: Configuring Centralized Logging
- Operational Visibility
- Assisted Lab: Assess Time Sync Errors
- Leadership In Security Operations
- Assisted Lab: Configuring Automation
- Technology for Security Operations
- PBQ: Responding to A Security Incident
- Compliance Requirements
- Vulnerability Scanning Methods
- PBQ: Implementing Vulnerability Scanning Methods
- PBQ: Analyzing Vulnerability Scans
- Assisted Lab: Performing Asset Discovery
- Assisted Lab: Performing Passive Scanning
- Assisted Lab: Performing Vulnerability Scanning
- Vulnerability Scoring Concepts
- PBQ: Analyzing Data to Prioritize Vulnerabilities
- Vulnerability Context Considerations
- Assisted Lab: Establishing Context Awareness
- Effective Communication Concepts
- Assisted Lab: Analyzing Vulnerability Scans
- Vulnerability Reporting Outcomes and Action Plans
- PBQ: Performing Vulnerability Assessment
- Assisted Lab: Detecting Legacy Systems
Study Break
- Incident Response Planning
- Incident Response Communication
- PBQ: Performing Incident Response Reporting
- Assisted Lab: Performing Root Cause Analysis
2 weeks of professional development skills necessary for career progression, job placement & workplace culture.
- Malicious Activity
- Applied Lab: Using Network Sniffers
- Attack Methodology Frameworks
- Techniques for Identifying Malicious Activity
- Applied Lab: Researching DNS and IP Reputation
- Web Vulnerabilities
- Applied Lab: Performing Web Vulnerability Scanning
- Cloud Vulnerabilities
- PBQ: Analyzing Cloud Vulnerability Assessment Output
- Assisted Lab: Analyzing Cloud Vulnerabilities
- Scripting Languages
- PBQ: Identifying Programming Languages
- Malicious Activity Through Analysis
- PBQ: Identifying Malicious Activity Through Analysis
- Secure Software Development Practices
- Assisted Lab: Exploiting Weak Cryptography
- Controls to Mitigate Successful Application Attacks
- PBQ: Applying Security Solutions for Software Assurance
- Assisted Lab: Performing Directory Traversal and Command Injection
- Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting XSS, LFI/RFI, SQLi, SCRF
- Controls to Prevent Attacks
- Assisted Lab: Performing and Detecting Privilege Escalation
- Applied Lab: Detecting and Exploiting Security Misconfiguration
FAQs
- How do I apply?
- Are there flexible payment options or scholarships?
- Do you provide students with internet bundles?
- What support will I get during my online classes?
- What installations do I need to have before classes start?
- How can I get assistance with my application process?
Step 1. Apply on the website.
Step 2. Complete and pass an assessment test.
Step 3. Admissions decision to either accept, decline your application, or put you on a waiting list.
Step 5. If accepted you will be required to pay before you start classes.
No scholarships at the moment. You can either pay the full tuition & exam fee upfront or pay in installments. Download the fee installment plans CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CYSA+) Bootcamp (July 29th)
Not at the moment. Learners are required to have access to a stable internet connection throughout the course.
Technical mentors are available to assist students during select hours. You will also get Free access to Try Hack Me & Let’s Defend Lab for practicals, working on projects that will enable you to build your project portfolio and showcase proof of what you have learned.
For this course, you will need a desktop or laptop computer running recent versions of Linux or Windows, able to hold a virtual machine. More will be guided by your technical mentor.
Email us at admissions@moringaschool.com for assistance.
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