Book Description

CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-002 Cert Guide is a best-of-breed exam study guide. Expert technology instructor and certification author Troy McMillan shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics.

The book presents you with an organized test-preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. Review questions help you assess your knowledge, and a final preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan.

The companion website contains the powerful Pearson Test Prep practice test software, complete with hundreds of exam-realistic questions. The assessment engine offers you a wealth of customization options and reporting features, laying out a complete assessment of your knowledge to help you focus your study where it is needed most.

Well regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this CompTIA approved study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time.
Content
1. The Importance of Threat Data and Intelligence
2. Utilizing Threat Intelligence to Support Organizational Security
3. Vulnerability Management Activities
4. Analyzing Assessment Output
5. Threats and Vulnerabilities Associated with Specialized Technology
6. Threats and Vulnerabilities Associated with Operating in the Cloud
7. Implementing Controls to Mitigate Attacks and Software Vulnerabilities
8. Security Solutions for Infrastructure Management
9. Software Assurance Best Practices
10. Hardware Assurance Best Practices
11. Analyzing Data as Part of Security Monitoring Activities
12. Implementing Configuration Changes to Existing Controls to Improve Security
13. The Importance of Proactive Threat Hunting
14. Automation Concepts and Technologies
15. The Incident Response Process
16. Applying the Appropriate Incident Response Procedure
17. Analyzing Potential Indicators of Compromise
18. Utilizing Basic Digital Forensics Techniques
19. The Importance of Data Privacy and Protection
20. Applying Security Concepts in Support of Organizational Risk Mitigation
21. The Importance of Frameworks, Policies, Procedures, and Controls
22. Final Preparation