MTA Security Fundamentals

If you’re working towards a career as an IT security specialist working with Microsoft Windows servers and network operating systems, the MTA Security Fundamentals course from Pitman Training is the perfect choice.

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Is this for you?

If you want to pursue a career in IT Security then this course will give you all the knowledge and skills you need to get started. 

 

Optional Qualifications and Certification*

Awarded 40 CPD points upon successful completion

* not available to those on funded or TSG-supported programmes

Start Date

Flexible

Study Type

In centre, online, or a combination

Training Type

course

Duration

40 hours

About this course

This highly informative course has been designed by Microsoft to give those entering the IT industry for the first time a full understanding of all of the fundamental security concepts.

You’ll gain the necessary knowledge needed to build secure Microsoft Windows Servers and Windows-based network operating systems. On top of this you’ll learn all about essential system recovery tools, creating active directories and account management.

This course will also prepare students to take and pass the MTA Security Fundamentals exam (98-367) and will receive a Pitman Training Course Completion certificate. With the MTA Security Fundamentals certification on your CV, you’ll be able to prove to employers that you have the skills needed to really look after security networks.

To make learning more engaging, the course includes interactive videos and a pre and post-test to identify any skill gaps in your knowledge.

* Please note that Vendor specific exams may need to be organised separately.

There are four sessions in this course:

Session 1

Section A - Introduction: Course Opening; How to Study.

Section B - Core Security Principles: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability, Threats and Risk Impacts, Risk Register, Principle of Least Privilege, Social Engineering, Attack Surfaces, Threat Modeling.

Section C - Physical Security: Site Security, Computer Security, Removable Drives, Access Control, Device Security.

Section D - Internet Security: Browser Security Settings, Secure Websites.

Section E - Wireless Security: Security Types, SSIDs, MAC Filters.

Session 2

Section A - User Authentication: Multifactor Authentication, Smart Cards, RADIUS, Biometrics, Administrative Tasks.

Section B - Permissions: File System Permissions, Share Permissions, Registry, Active Directory, Permission Inheritance, Permissions When Copying or Moving Files, Multiple Groups and Permissions, Basic and Advanced Permissions, Take Ownership, Delegation.

Section C - Password Policies: Password Complexity, Password Length and History, Account Lockout Policies, Use Group Policy to Enforce Policies, Common Attack Methods, Password Reset Procedures, Protect Domain Passwords.

Section D - Audit Policies: Auditing Types, What Can Be Audited, Enable Auditing, What to Audit, Save Audit Information, Secure Audit Information.

 

Section E - Encryption: EFS, Moving and Copying EFS Files, BitLocker, Hardware and Software-Based Encryption, Mall Encryption, VPN, Public and Private Keys, Encryption Algorithms, Certificate Properties, Certificate Services, PKI, Token and Lockdown Devices.

Section F - Malware: Buffer Overflow, Viruses, Worms and Trojan Horses, Spyware, Ransomware, Adware, Rootkits, Backdoors, Zero Day Attacks.

Section G - Session 2 Recap: Domain 2 Test Tips.

Session 3

Section A - Dedicated Firewalls: Firewalls and Their Characteristics, Hardware Firewalls, Software Firewalls, Stateful and Stateless Inspection, Security Compliance Manager, Security Baselines.

Section B - Network Isolation: Routing, Honeypot, Perimeter Networks, Network Address Translation, VPN and IPsec, Server and Domain Isolation.

Section C - Protocol Security: Protocol Spoofing, IPsec, Tunneling and DNSSEC, Network Sniffing, DoS Attacks, Common Attack Methods.

Section D - Session 3 Recap: Domain 3 Test Tips.

Session 4

Section A - Client Protection: Antivirus, Unwanted Installation, Protection and UAC, Operating System and Software Updates, Encrypt Offline Folders, Software Restriction Policies, Principle of Least Privilege.

Section B - Understand Email Protection: Antispam and Antivirus, Spoofing, Phishing, and Pharming, Client and Server Protection, SPF Records, PTR Records.

Section C - Server Protection: Separation of Services, Hardening, Keep Servers Updated,Secure Dynamic DNS Updates, Unsecure Authentication, Protocols, Read-Only Domain Controllers.

Section D - Session 4 and Course Recap: Domain 4 Test Tips, Final Test Tips, Conclusion.

BENEFITS

  • Access to our LiveTutor service to help answer any content or learning queries you may have on a 24/7 basis;
  • The flexibility and value of a self-study course designed to enable you to work at your own pace;
  • The opportunity to gain the widely recognised Pitman Training certificate;
  • The opportunity to gain industry recognised certification*

Aims and Objectives

The aim of this course is to help you gain an understanding of the basics needed to build and secure Microsoft Windows Servers, Windows-based network operating systems, Active Directory, account management, and system recovery tools.

Pre-Requisites

Although there are no formal pre-requisites required, a basic understanding of computers and working online would be advantageous prior to starting this course.

Finance Options

Wherever possible our training is tailored to your needs. The cost of our training programmes depend on the course(s) you choose and varies according to duration and breadth. Rest assured we have a number of payment options available to ensure the cost of training is affordable and can be worked alongside your other financial commitments. Common ways people fund their training include: - 

 

Self-Funded: 

  • Flexible payment plans to help you spread the cost* available at many of our centres;
  • You could opt to pay upfront.

 

 

Company Funded:

Requesting funding from your employers needn’t be a daunting task. Many employers support and encourage their employees with their professional development and consider it a worthwhile investment to fund any training required.

What we can help with:

  • Providing a comprehensive training programme outlining learning outcomes
  • Tailored personnel letters
  • Communication with finance departments to arrange payment options (upfront or payment plan*).

* Terms and Conditions apply. Speak to a Course Advisor for full information on the options available to you.

 

 

Career Path

With this certification you can look towards entry-level IT careers in positions such as Junior IT Analyst, Junior IT Support Technician etc. Taking the time to further your IT training will help solidify your career with a view to working as Solutions Architect, Information Security Analyst, IT Support Technician etc.

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MTA Security Fundamentals Course Training Centres

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Carlow
Pitman Training Carlow, Unit 1, Deerpark Business Complex, Dublin Road, Carlow R93 K409
Cork
Pitman Training Cork, Unit 4, Airport East Business & Technology Park, Cork T12 KW88
Dublin
Pitman Training Dublin, 3 Westland Square, Pearse Street, Dublin 2 D02 N567
Dundalk
Pitman Training Dundalk, First Floor, Ramparts Shopping Centre, The Ramparts, Dundalk, Co Louth A91 R820
Galway
Pitman Training Galway, Centrepoint, Liosban Business Park, Tuam Road, Galway H91 RYD2
Kerry
Pitman Training Kerry, 2nd Floor Davcon Building, Monavalley Business Park, Tralee, Co. Kerry V92 XY58
Limerick
Pitman Training Limerick, Unit 8 Chapel Court, Cathedral Place, Limerick V94 F6K2
Maynooth
Pitman Training Maynooth, Unit H 11 - First Floor, Maynooth Business Campus, Straffan Road, Maynooth W23 R9V4
Mullingar
Pitman Training Mullingar, Castle House, Castle Street, Mullingar, Co. Westmeath, N91 Y896
Naas
Pitman Training Naas, Monread Shopping Centre, Monread Road, Naas W91 YR12
Sligo
Pitman Training Sligo, Abbey House, JFK Parade, Sligo V94 YH6Y
Swords
Pitman Training Dublin-Swords, Chamber Buildings, North Street, Swords, Co.Dublin K67 A347
Wexford
Pitman Training Wexford, Unit 10, Westpoint Business Park, Clonard, Wexford Town Y35 YX60
Waterford
Pitman Training Waterford, Unit 630C, Northern Extension, IDA Business Park, Cleaboy Road, Waterford X91 HY58
Waterford
Pitman Training Waterford, Unit 630C, Northern Extension, IDA Business Park, Cleaboy Road, Waterford X91 HY58
Laois
Pitman Training Laois, Kea-Lew Business Park, Mountrath Road, Portlaoise, Co Laois, R32 W0DT
Athlone
Pitman Training Athlone, C/O Athlone Chamber, Unit 12, Inis Oir, Golden Island, Athlone H91 RYD2
Clare
Pitman Training Clare, Unit 10, Tracklands Business Park, Ennis, Co. Clare V95 F3C5
Wicklow
Pitman Training Wicklow, 10 Bullford Business Campus, Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow A63 TP65

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