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Access control, identity management and cryptography are covered, as well as a selection of appropriate mitigation and deterrent techniques to address network attacks and vulnerabilities. Security concerns associated with cloud computing, BYOD and SCADA are also addressed.  \nWhy Choose StormWind?  \nWith massively engaging content, Hollywood style HD content delivery, and passionate instructors that live and breathe technology, StormWind EPIC Live was designed and inspired by eliminating everything we despised about traditional, boring online and classroom training.  \nHollywood meets IT training: online classrooms never looked this good.  \nCertification Information  \nCertification PreRequisites  \nRequired Exam(s):  \nRecommended Training:  \nTarget Audience:  \nRecertification:  \nNone.  \nCompTIA Network+ certification and a minimum of two years of experience in IT administration with a focus on security is recommended, but not required.  \nSY0-401, $302 Exam Fee ( Pearson VUE)  \nCompTIA Security+ (SY0-401)  \nSecurity Engineers, Security Consultants, Network Administrators, IA Technicians or Managers, IT Professionals looking to move into Security and Risk Management or to move into ethical hacking, or anyone interested in CompTIA Security+ certification.  \nThe CompTIA certification renewal cycle is 3 years from the certification date. CompTIA certifications can be kept current by earning continuing education units (CEUs) or by achieving a higher-level certification within those three years. For more information on certification renewal, please visit How to Renew your CompTIA Certification.  \nStormWind Advantage: You get…  \nStormWind’s EPIC Live courses provide 24x7 access, work-friendly 2-hour sessions with the best instructors in the business, and cinema-quality content to help student stay engaged. 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