CompTIA CySA+

The CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Certification (CS0-003) offered by InfoSecWings validates your ability to use behavioral analytics and advanced detection techniques to combat cybersecurity threats. This program emphasizes mastery of key concepts, including threat intelligence, data interpretation, and vulnerability management. You'll gain practical expertise in network monitoring, incident analysis, and utilizing sophisticated tools to detect and respond to cyber risks.

By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped to identify potential security breaches, mitigate risks, address vulnerabilities, and safeguard systems, applications, and networks. The CySA+ certification prepares you to effectively defend an organization’s infrastructure against evolving cyber threats and implement robust response protocols.

Domain 1: Security Operations (33%)

1. Importance of System and Network Architecture Concepts in Security Operations:

   • Logging, Time Synchronization, System Hardening, and Encryption
   • Network Segmentation, Zero Trust, SASE, and SDN
   • Identity and Access Management (IAM) with MFA, SSO, and CASB

2. Analyze Indicators of Potential Malicious Activity:

   • Network Threats (Bandwidth Consumption, Beaconing)
   • Host Threats (Unauthorized Software, Registry Changes)
   • Application Threats (Unexpected Output, Anomalous Logs)

3. Tools and Techniques for Detecting Malicious Activity:

   • Tools: Wireshark, SIEM, EDR, and DNS Reputation
   • Methods: Pattern Recognition, Email Analysis, File Hashing

4. Threat Intelligence and Threat Hunting Concepts:

   • Threat Actors, TTPs, IoCs, Threat Feeds, and Active Defense

5. Efficiency and Process Improvement in Security Operations:

   • Automation, Orchestration, and Streamlined Operations

Domain 2: Vulnerability Management (30%)

1. Vulnerability Scanning and Concepts:

   • Asset Discovery, Credentialed vs. Non-Credentialed Scanning
   • Industry Frameworks: OWASP, PCI DSS, CIS Benchmarks

2. Analyzing Vulnerability Assessment Tool Output:

   • Tools: Nessus, Nmap, Burp Suite, Metasploit, Scout Suite

3. Data Analysis for Prioritizing Vulnerabilities:

   • CVSS Interpretation, Exploitability, Asset Value

4. Controls to Mitigate Software Vulnerabilities:

   • Techniques: Cross-Site Scripting, Injection Flaws, Buffer Overflows

5. Vulnerability Response and Management Concepts:

   • Patching, Rollback, Configuration Management

Domain 3: Incident Response Management (20%)

1. Attack Methodology Frameworks:

   • Cyber Kill Chain, MITRE ATT&CK, Diamond Model

2. Incident Response Activities:

   • Detection, Analysis, Containment, Eradication, and Recovery

3. Preparation and Post-Incident Activities:

   • Forensic Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Business Continuity

Domain 4: Reporting and Communication (17%)

1. Vulnerability Management Reporting:

   • Compliance Reports, Risk Score, Action Plans

2. Incident Response Reporting:

   • Stakeholder Communication, Executive Summary, Legal & Media Reporting

• IT Security Analysts
• Vulnerability Analysts
• Threat Intelligence Professionals
• Individuals aiming to strengthen their cybersecurity analysis skills

• Basic knowledge of Network+ or Security+
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in incident response, SOC, or a related domain

• Format: Performance-Based & Multiple Choice
• Questions: 85 Questions
• Duration: 165 Minutes
• Passing Score: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
• Languages: English, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish (upcoming)

• Detect and analyze indicators of malicious activity
• Understand threat intelligence and threat hunting principles
• Use tools and methods to manage, prioritize, and respond to vulnerabilities
• Perform incident response processes effectively
• Understand reporting and communication for vulnerability and incident management