CIS 211 - Security+ Certification Preparation

    Recent Professors
    Anna Yeh Chiang
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of CIS 211
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course prepares students for CompTIA Security+ certification exam. Security+ is the industry standard for validating baseline skills needed to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. Security+ also covers the Junior IT Auditor job role in addition to the previous job roles for system administrator, network administrator and security administrator. These professionals are typically responsible for helping to implement and maintain layered security and best practices. CompTIA Security+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by US DoD to meet directives 8140/8570.01-M requirements. Topics include security basics, policies, procedures & awareness, physical security, perimeter security, network security, host & application security, and data security.