CompTIA Security+ is a global certification that validates the baseline skills you need to perform core security functions and pursue an IT security career. CompTIA Security+ is the first security certification IT professionals should earn. It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs. Security+ incorporates best practices in hands-on trouble-shooting to ensure security professionals have practical security problem-solving skills. Cybersecurity professionals with Security+ know how to address security incidents – not just identify them. Security+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the US DoD to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements.

By the end of the course, students will know how to:

• Detect various types of compromise and have an understanding of penetration testing and vulnerability scanning concepts
• Install, configure, and deploy network components while assessing and troubleshooting issues to support organizational security
• Implement secure network architecture concepts and systems design
• Install and configure identity and access services, as well as management controls
• Implement and summarize risk management best practices and the business impact
• Install and configure wireless security settings and implement public key infrastructure

Whether you are organizing a signature event or launching a capital campaign, this is for you. This course will help take the mystery out of making the right ask at the right time - a must for staff and board members.

At the end of class, students will know how to use donor-centered fundraising tactics in their development program.

Research, writing and reporting is the formula for establishing a credible grant program. Learn how to infuse more grant dollars in your operating budget.

Participants gain understanding of the grant writing climate and learn ways to start distinguishing their grant proposals from others.