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CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Certification (CASP+)

Complex threats demand more than technical expertise – they require sound judgment, architectural thinking, and the ability to make strategic decisions under pressure. This training prepares you for exactly these challenges.

Key topics

  • Identifying and assessing complex threat scenarios.
  • Designing zero-trust architectures and modern protection frameworks.
  • AI-driven methods for risk assessment and security automation.
  • Developing enterprise-wide security policies and governance structures.
  • Implementing advanced threat defense and forensic analysis techniques.
  • Security concepts for cloud and hybrid environments.

Prerequisite
Several years of hands-on experience in IT security is expected. A solid understanding of network architecture, system design, and established security standards is required.

Target group
Security architects, senior analysts, and technical leads who are responsible for enterprise-wide cybersecurity strategies or are preparing for the CASP+ certification exam.

Deep expertise in enterprise security, structured thinking, and up-to-date methods – these are the skills that help you manage even the most demanding security environments with confidence.

Course content
  • Risk assessment procedures and their audit objectives.
  • Selecting appropriate risk strategies for varying requirements.
  • Describing the risk life cycle in a structured way.
  • Applying countermeasures for specific risk areas.
  • Identifying and evaluating supply chain risks.
  • Implementing strategies to reduce supplier risks.
  • Analyzing and categorizing threat actors.
  • Detecting and attributing active attacks.
  • Understanding threat hunting methods and tools.
  • Conducting business impact analyses and deriving audit objectives.
  • Applying business continuity and disaster recovery concepts.
  • Evaluating disaster recovery plans and their objectives.
  • Understanding the differences between BC and DR concepts.
  • Planning and assessing testing and readiness activities.
  • Ensuring continuous availability through targeted protective measures.
  • Identifying and evaluating critical network services from a security perspective.
  • Analyzing security requirements for a resilient network architecture.
  • Developing protection-oriented network designs considering audit objectives.
  • Analyzing architectural requirements and implementing secure network designs.
  • Understanding resilient infrastructures and their security objectives.
  • Selecting appropriate security architecture based on organizational requirements.
  • Integrating software applications securely into enterprise architectures.
  • Practical examples of secure software deployment in enterprise environments.
  • Evaluating security aspects throughout the software development process.
  • Selecting authentication and authorization measures for specific scenarios.
  • Analyzing access control models and security best practices.
  • Applying security techniques to enterprise architectures in practical scenarios.
  • Understanding security objectives for cloud and virtualization environments.
  • Implementing secure cloud and virtualization solutions based on requirements.
  • Assessing the impact of new technologies on IT security.
  • Evaluating data protection and organizational security in the context of modern technologies.
  • Securing enterprise mobile devices and analyzing protection objectives.
  • Applying secure mobility configurations in real-world scenarios.
  • Implementing endpoint protection and addressing relevant audit objectives.
  • Configuring and testing endpoint security controls in targeted scenarios.
  • Understanding the impact of cloud technologies on security requirements and audit objectives.
  • Assessing how cloud adoption affects an organization's security architecture.
  • Identifying security risks in industry-specific technologies.
  • Developing security strategies for different industries and technology environments.
  • Applying hashing and symmetric algorithms for targeted data protection.
  • Designing cryptographic protocols and algorithms based on business requirements.
  • Selecting and applying asymmetric algorithms and protocols.
  • Implementing cryptographic solutions for specific security needs.
  • Understanding the goals and applications of cryptography and PKI.
  • Using PKI as a foundation for data security and authentication.
  • Planning and implementing PKI infrastructures.
  • Selecting and deploying the right PKI solution for specific security problems.
  • Understanding and explaining threat and vulnerability management concepts.
  • Applying threat and vulnerability management in real-world scenarios.
  • Knowing methods for vulnerability analysis and penetration testing.
  • Selecting and using appropriate tools for vulnerability scanning and pentesting.
  • Explaining and comparing technologies for risk mitigation.
  • Applying risk mitigation processes in structured, practical scenarios.
  • Detecting and reducing system vulnerabilities systematically.
  • Identifying security gaps in scenarios and recommending concrete measures.
  • Recognizing indicators of threats and responding promptly.
  • Identifying attack indicators in specific situations and developing response plans.
  • Responding to security incidents in a professional and structured manner.
  • Applying foundational digital forensics concepts and tools.
  • Explaining forensic concepts and principles.
  • Using forensic analysis tools in practice-oriented scenarios.

Up to 100% funding for your continuing education

Attractive funding opportunities are available for numerous continuing education programs – depending on the funding program, up to 100% funding is possible.
The requirement is that you live or work in Germany. Our funding opportunities are not available outside of Germany.

Funding opportunities are available for career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those seeking career advancement, and specialists.

Frequently asked questions

  • CASP+ is a globally recognized certification for IT security professionals with solid practical experience. It validates expertise in enterprise security, risk management, governance, and the implementation of technical security solutions.
  • Experienced IT professionals who design and manage complex security solutions – such as security architects, senior analysts, or technical leads – gain the most from CASP+ certification.
  • CompTIA recommends at least ten years of IT experience, including five years in cybersecurity. A solid technical background is essential for success.
  • CASP+ opens doors to senior cybersecurity roles. Employers recognize it as evidence of high expertise and strategic thinking – a combination that sets you apart in the job market.
  • Absolutely. CASP+ complements credentials like CISSP, CISM, or CEH very well – especially for professionals who want to pair deep technical knowledge with strategic perspective.
  • CASP+ is held in high regard worldwide – in private industry as well as by the military and government agencies. It also satisfies the requirements of US DoD directives 8570 and 8140.
  • Unlike CISSP or CISM, CASP+ places strong emphasis on practical application. The certification combines technical implementation with strategic decision-making – a rare and highly valued profile.

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