Master architecting and implementing advanced security strategies across complex enterprise networks with this hands-on guide Key Features Learn how to apply industry best practices and earn the CASP+ certification Explore over 400 CASP+ questions to test your understanding of key concepts and help you prepare for the exam Discover over 300 illustrations and diagrams that will assist you in understanding advanced CASP+ concepts Book DescriptionCompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) ensures that security practitioners stay on top of the ever-changing security landscape. The CompTIA CASP+ CAS-004 Certification Guide offers complete, up-to-date coverage of the CompTIA CAS-004 exam so you can take it with confidence, fully equipped to pass on the first attempt. Written in a clear, succinct way with self-assessment questions, exam tips, and mock exams with detailed explanations, this book covers security architecture, security operations, security engineering, cryptography, governance, risk, and compliance. You'll begin by developing the skills to architect, engineer, integrate, and implement secure solutions across complex environments to support a resilient enterprise. Moving on, you'll discover how to monitor and detect security incidents, implement incident response, and use automation to proactively support ongoing security operations. The book also shows you how to apply security practices in the cloud, on-premises, to endpoints, and to mobile infrastructure. Finally, you'll understand the impact of governance, risk, and compliance requirements throughout the enterprise. By the end of this CASP study guide, you'll have covered everything you need to pass the CompTIA CASP+ CAS-004 certification exam and have a handy reference guide.What you will learn Understand Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) and the FedRAMP programs Respond to Advanced Persistent Threats (APT) by deploying hunt teams Understand the Cyber Kill Chain framework as well as MITRE ATT&CK and Diamond Models Deploy advanced cryptographic solutions using the latest FIPS standards Understand compliance requirements for GDPR, PCI, DSS, and COPPA Secure Internet of Things (IoT), Industrial control systems (ICS), and SCADA Plan for incident response and digital forensics using advanced tools Who this book is for This CompTIA book is for CASP+ CAS-004 exam candidates who want to achieve CASP+ certification to advance their career. Security architects, senior security engineers, SOC managers, security analysts, IT cybersecurity specialists/INFOSEC specialists, and cyber risk analysts will benefit from this book. Experience in an IT technical role or CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent is assumed.

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Assess cyber readiness with advanced security controls and create a secure enterprise system KEY FEATURES ● In-depth explanation of security architecture, security operations, security engineering and cryptography. ● Boosts practical skills with the aid of troubleshooting tips and exam-specific notes. ● Provides live use-cases to design, implement, and integrate security solutions across enterprise environments. DESCRIPTION CompTIA CASP+ certification evaluates advanced technical security skills, such as security engineering and operations, enterprise-level risk assessments and IT governance, and the implementation of secure systems and network design and controls. This CASP+ certification guide enables security professionals to become proficient and certified in creating highly resilient enterprise systems and networks that adhere to regulatory requirements. It contains real-world scenarios, practice tests, and numerous troubleshooting tips. Readers are instructed to create and construct security architectures for diverse business requirements. The book teaches how to create robust security methods for traditional, cloud, hybrid, and virtual environments. Readers learn how to set up application vulnerability controls, such as sandboxing, database security, and firmware security, and reduce their risks. Towards the end, readers can investigate various cryptography approaches such as hashing, code signing, SMIME, PKI, and DRM watermarking. Every chapter of this CASP+ study guide is dedicated to helping the reader develop the practical, performance-based skills necessary to succeed in the exam. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN ● Conduct risk analysis, establish risk metrics and compare security baselines ● Learn different ways to secure host systems, devices, and storage controls ● Learn about malware sandboxing, fingerprinting, reconnaissance, and memory debugging ● Several vulnerability assessment tools include port scanners, protocol analyzers, and application interceptors ● Exposure to code signing, DRM watermarking, hashing, and PKI ● Expert advice on integrating hosts, networks, storage, and applications WHO THIS BOOK IS FOR This book is for security architects, senior security engineers, security lead, and most security practitioners who want to get certified in designing an enterprise security landscape that works best for the business environment. The book expects professional knowledge on security before reading this book. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction to CASP 2. Business and Industry Trends, Influences and Risks 3. Organization Security Policies and Documents 4. Risk Mitigation Strategies 5. Enterprise Risk Measurement and Metrics 6. Components of Network Security 7. Securing Hosts and Devices 8. Secure Storage Controls 9. Securing the Internet of Things 10. Cloud and Virtualization Security 11. Application Security Controls 12. Security Assessments 13. Selecting Vulnerability Assessment Tools 14. Securing Communications and Collaborative Solutions 15. Implementing Cryptographic Techniques 16. Identification, Authentication and Authorization 17. Security Incidents and Response 18. Integrating Hosts, Network, Storage and Applications 19. Security Activities Across Technology Lifecycle 20. CASP+ Skill Assessment Question and Answers 21. CASP+ Skill Assessment Question and Answers 22. Appendix D Study Planner

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