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WSQ - CompTIA Certified Security+ Training

Course Information

  • Sessions 5 days
  • Duration 40 hrs
  • Level Beginner
  • Assessment 2 hrs

Venue

12 Woodlands Square #07-85/86/87 Woods Square Tower 1, Singapore 737715. 5 mins walk from Woodlands (NS9) MRT station.

The venue is disabled-friendly.

Skills Framework

TSC Title
Security Architecture
TSC Code
ICT-DES-3004-1.1

Funding Validity

Funding for this course is valid from 20 Oct 2023 to 19 Oct 2027. Register and complete the course within this period to qualify for funding support.

Learning Outcomes

By end of the course, learners should be able to:

  • LO1: Identify security threats and vulnerabilities in IT systems.
  • LO2: Design secure systems focusing on the goals and purposes of security controls.
  • LO3: Define security specifications in system components and secure designs.
  • LO4: Incorporate controls in security components to minimize breaches.
  • LO5: Check the security robustness in system designs with assurance and functional requirements.

Course Brochure

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Certification

  • Certificate of Achievement from Tertiary Infotech Academy Pte Ltd - Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Achievement from Tertiary Infotech Academy Pte Ltd.
  • OpenCerts from SkillsFuture Singapore - After passing the assessment(s) and achieving at least 75% attendance, participants will receive a OpenCert (aka Statement of Achievement) from SkillsFuture Singapore, certifying that they have achieved the Competency Standard(s) in the above Skills Framework.

CompTIA Authorised Delivery Partner

We are an Authorised CompTIA Delivery Partner. To get the official CompTIA certification, please register your certification exam at a Pearson VUE test center.

WSQ - CompTIA Certified Security+ Training

Course Code: TGS-2023039181
  • WSQ
  • SFC
  • PSEA
  • UTAP
  • SFEC
  • Absentee Payroll
  • MCES

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What's This Course About

Embark on a journey to become a well-rounded IT security professional with our CompTIA Security+ Certification Prep Course. This comprehensive course provides you with the essential knowledge and skills to secure networks, manage risks, and ensure operational security. Gain a deep understanding of the intricacies of cybersecurity as you navigate through modules designed to equip you with competencies in areas such as cryptography, identity management, and security infrastructure. Upon completion, you will be proficient in implementing robust security solutions, safeguarding sensitive data and systems against cyber threats.

In line with ensuring a fruitful learning experience, our course goes beyond theoretical knowledge, emphasizing real-world application and critical thinking. Leveraging the CompTIA Security+ syllabus, the course encompasses various learning outcomes including analyzing vulnerabilities, implementing secure network architecture concepts, and managing identity and access services effectively. This strategic blend of coursework fosters not only knowledge acquisition but skill mastery, priming you for a successful career in the dynamic field of IT security. Avail of this opportunity to enhance your credentials and position yourself as a sought-after professional in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Bonus: Free Practice Exams

Get exam-ready on our Practice Exam Portal — train in realistic Practice Mode and timed Exam Mode, then retake them as many times as you like before the real exam.

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WSQ Funding

Full Fee $2,000.00 Before GST
GST $180.00 9% of fee
Baseline Nett $1,180.00 SG/PR age 21+ · 50% funded
MCES / SME Nett $780.00 SG age 40+ · 70% funded
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)

Eligible companies can use their $10,000 SFEC to cover up to 90% of out-of-pocket course fees for classes ending on or before 30 Nov 2026. A redesigned SFEC starts on 1 Dec 2026.

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SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SFC to offset course fee payable after funding but the $4,000 Additional SFC (Mid-Career Support) cannot be used.

Direct Application on SkillsFuture Portal

UTAP

Eligible NTUC members can apply for 50% of the unfunded fee from UTAP, capped up to $250/year and for members aged 40 and above, capped up to $500/year.

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PSEA

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their PSEA funds to offset course fee payable after funding.

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  • Scroll down to “Keyword Tags” to verify for PSEA eligibility.
  • If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.

Once you are eligible for PSEA, please download and fill up the PSEA Withdrawal Form, then submit the completed form to us:

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Course FeeBefore Funding

$2,000.00 (GST-exclusive)
$2,180.00 (GST-inclusive)

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Additional Note

Please bring your own laptop for hands-on training. If you don't have laptop, we can provide spare laptop for training use.

Post-Course Support

  • We provide free consultation related to the subject matter after the course.
  • Please email your queries to enquiry@tertiaryinfotech.com and we will forward your queries to the subject matter experts.

Cancellation & Reschedule Policy

  • You can register your interest without upfront payment. There is no penalty for withdrawal of the course before the class commences.
  • We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule the course due to unforeseen circumstances. If the course is cancelled, we will refund 100% for any paid amount.
  • Note the venue of the training is subject to changes due to availability of the classroom.

Course Details

Course Details

What You'll Learn

Topic 1: Comparing Security Roles and Security Controls

  • Compare and contrast information security roles
  • Compare and contrast security control and framework types

Topic 2: Explaining Threat Actors and Threat Intelligence

  • Explain threat actor types and attack vectors
  • Explain threat intelligence sources

Topic 3: Performing Security Assessments

  • Assess organizational security with network reconnaissance tools
  • Explain security concerns with general vulnerability types
  • Summarize vulnerability scanning techniques
  • Explain penetration testing concepts

Topic 4: Identifying Social Engineering and Malware

  • Compare and contrast social engineering techniques
  • Analyze indicators of malware-based attacks

Topic 5: Summarizing Basic Cryptographic Concepts

  • Compare and contrast cryptographic ciphers
  • Summarize cryptographic modes of operation
  • Summarize cryptographic use cases and weaknesses
  • Summarize other cryptographic technologies

Topic 6: Implementing Public Key Infrastructure

  • Implement certificates and certificate authorities
  • Implement PKI management

Topic 7: Implementing Authentication Controls

  • Summarize authentication design concepts
  • Implement knowledge-based authentication
  • Implement authentication technologies
  • Summarize biometrics authentication concepts

Topic 8: Implementing Identity and Account Management Controls

  • Implement identity and account types
  • Implement account policies
  • Implement authorization solutions
  • Explain the importance of personnel policies

Topic 9: Implementing Secure Network Designs

  • Implement secure network designs
  • Implement secure routing and switching
  • Implement secure wireless infrastructure
  • Implement load balancers

Topic 10: Implementing Network Security Appliances

  • Implement firewalls and proxy servers
  • Implement network security monitoring
  • Summarize the use of SIEM

Topic 11: Implementing Secure Network Protocols

  • Implement secure network operations protocols
  • Implement secure application protocols
  • Implement secure remote access protocols

Topic 12: Implementing Host Security Solutions

  • Implement secure firmware
  • Implement endpoint security
  • Explain embedded system security implications

Topic 13: Implementing Secure Mobile Solutions

  • Implement mobile device management
  • Implement secure mobile device connections

Topic 14: Summarizing Secure Application Concepts

  • Analyze indicators of application attacks
  • Analyze indicators of web application attacks
  • Summarize secure coding practices
  • Implement secure script environments
  • Summarize deployment and automation concepts

Topic 15: Implementing Secure Cloud Solutions

  • Summarize secure cloud and virtualization services
  • Apply cloud security solutions
  • Summarize infrastructure as code concepts

Topic 16: Explaining Data Privacy and Protection Concepts

  • Explain privacy and data sensitivity concepts
  • Explain privacy and data protection controls

Topic 17: Performing Incident Response

  • Summarize incident response procedures
  • Utilize appropriate data sources for incident response
  • Apply mitigation controls

Topic 18: Explaining Digital Forensics

  • Explain key aspects of digital forensics documentation
  • Explain key aspects of digital forensics evidence acquisition

Topic 19: Summarizing Risk Management Concepts

  • Explain risk management processes and concepts
  • Explain business impact analysis concepts

Topic 20: Implementing Cybersecurity Resilience

  • Implement redundancy strategies
  • Implement backup strategies
  • Implement cybersecurity resiliency strategies

Topic 21: Explaining Physical Security

  • Explain the importance of physical site security controls
  • Explain the importance of physical host security controls

Assessment

  • Written Exam
  • Practical Exam

Course Info

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

  • Able to operate using computer functions with minimum Computer Literacy Level 2 based on ICAS Computer Skills Assessment Framework
  • Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

  • Positive Learning Attitude
  • Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

  • Minimum of 1 year of working experience.

Target Year Group : 21-65 years old

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Software:

You will need the following for this course:

Hardware: Windows PC or Mac laptop

CompTIA Exam Fee

The course fees do not cover the cost of the CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Exam Voucher. Those interested in taking these exams can purchase the exam voucher at a  LOW PRICE here.

Exam duration: 90 Mins per Exam

Exam format: Maximum of 90 questions per exam. Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops and performance-based

Passing score: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)

Find out more information about the CompTIA Security+ exams.

Funding Eligibility Criteria

Self-sponsored learners (individuals)

  • Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents aged 21 and above.
  • Up to 50% course fee funding. Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above receive up to 70% under the Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES).
  • Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above can pay the remaining fee with SkillsFuture Credit.

Company-sponsored learners

  • Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents who are direct employees of the sponsoring company.
  • Up to 50% course fee funding, or up to 70% for employees of SMEs (Enhanced Training Support for SMEs) and for Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above. An SME has no more than 200 employees or an annual turnover of no more than $100 million.
  • Employers can also claim Absentee Payroll funding for employees who attend during working hours.
  • Eligible companies can offset their out-of-pocket fees with SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC).

Conditions for all funded learners

  • Attendance is taken digitally with Singpass for every session, including the assessment.
  • You must complete the course and pass all assessments (assessed as Competent).
  • If these conditions are not met, the funding is clawed back and the learner or employer pays the full course fee.
  • 9% GST is charged on the full course fee before funding.
  • Promo and discount codes cannot be used on funded courses.
  • Any balance after funding can be paid in cash, with SkillsFuture Credit, with PSEA (Singapore Citizens with a PSEA), or partly reimbursed by UTAP for NTUC members.

How to Apply SkillsFuture Credit Claim for Individuals

Singapore Citizens aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit (base tier) to pay the course fee after funding. The $4,000 mid-career top-up cannot be used for this course.

  1. Register for this course as self-sponsored and tell us you will use SkillsFuture Credit. Do not pay the amount you plan to claim.
  2. We email you an invoice showing the course fee after funding.
  3. From 60 days before the course starts, and no later than the course start date, log in to MySkillsFuture with Singpass and click Claim credits.
  4. Click Submit a Claim and search for this course by its course code, TGS-2023039181.
  5. Select your class start date, enter the course fee payable after funding and the amount of credit to claim, then upload the invoice (PDF, JPG or PNG, under 4MB).
  6. Review, accept the terms and click Agree and Submit. The credit is paid directly to us; processing can take up to 14 working days.

Changing or withdrawing: cancel the claim on MySkillsFuture at least one day before the course starts. If your class date changes, cancel the claim and submit a new one with the new date.

How to Apply SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)

SFEC helps companies pay for employee training. The current SFEC ends on 30 November 2026, and a redesigned SFEC starts on 1 December 2026.

Current SFEC: classes ending on or before 30 November 2026

  • Eligible companies received a one-off $10,000 credit, notified by letter to their Corppass administrator. Eligibility generally required at least 3 Singapore Citizen or PR employees and Skills Development Levy contributions.
  • SFEC covers up to 90% of the company's out-of-pocket course fee after other subsidies.
  1. Check your company's SFEC eligibility and balance on EnterpriseSG.
  2. Register your Singapore Citizen or PR employee for a class that ends by 30 November 2026, as company-sponsored, and pay the course fee after funding.
  3. Your employee attends and completes the course. We submit the attendance and assessment results to SWDA.
  4. No separate claim is needed. SFEC is calculated automatically once the course fee grant is approved and is paid quarterly to your company's IRAS GIRO or PayNow Corporate account.

Any unused balance of the current SFEC expires on 30 November 2026.

Redesigned SFEC from 1 December 2026

Companies with at least 3 resident employees receive a fresh $10,000 in an online SFEC wallet that offsets out-of-pocket fees upfront at enrolment, instead of reimbursing them afterwards. SWDA has not yet published the support rates and claim steps; see OurWorkforce or our SFEC guide.

How to Apply UTAP (NTUC Members)

NTUC members can claim 50% of the unfunded course fee under the Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP), capped at $250 a year (aged below 40) or $500 a year (aged 40 and above). The cap is shared with UTAP claims for AI tool subscriptions.

Eligibility: you must be an NTUC member paying full membership fees, with your membership paid up before and during the course and when you claim. The course must not be fully paid for by your employer or another source.

  1. Make sure your NTUC membership is paid up before the course starts.
  2. Register for this course with us and pay the course fee after funding and SkillsFuture Credit.
  3. Attend at least 75% of the course and sit all assessments.
  4. Within 6 months after the course ends, go to the NTUC U Portal, open UTAP under E-services, log in with Singpass and choose Course Fee Claim.
  5. Enter the nett course fee you paid (after all subsidies and SkillsFuture Credit, including GST), and upload your invoice or receipt and your certificate or result slip (PDF, JPG or PNG, up to 5MB each).
  6. NTUC usually pays the claim within 4 weeks of submission.

Read more in our UTAP guide.

How to Apply PSEA

Singapore Citizens with a Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA), which stays open until around the year you turn 31, can use it to pay the course fee after funding for PSEA-approved courses. You can also use a sibling's PSEA after your own has been used up.

  1. Check that this course shows the PSEA tag on its MySkillsFuture page.
  2. Check your PSEA balance on MOE's Student Finance System with Singpass.
  3. Download and complete the PSEA withdrawal form, then submit it to us.
  4. We submit the withdrawal request to MOE. You (and your sibling, if you are using their account) authorise it in the Student Finance System. Nothing is withdrawn without this authorisation.
  5. MOE pays us directly. If you have already paid, we refund the amount covered by PSEA.

More details: MOE PSEA overview.

Appeal Process

If you disagree with an assessment decision, you have the right to appeal.

  1. When the assessor gives you feedback, say whether you agree with the outcome. If you agree, you and the assessor sign the Assessment Summary Record; if you disagree, do not sign it.
  2. Discuss the decision with the assessor or the assessment manager first.
  3. If you are still not satisfied, tell the assessor you intend to appeal. The assessor records this in the feedback section of the Assessment Summary Record and informs the assessment manager.
  4. Lodge your appeal within 7 days, giving your reasons, using the Candidate Appeal Form. The assessor can help you write and lodge it.
  5. An Assessment Appeal Panel reviews the information from you and the assessor and makes a decision. A record of the appeal and its outcome is kept.
  6. You will be told the outcome within 2 weeks of lodging the appeal. The panel's decision is final.

Job Roles

Job Roles

  • Information Security Analyst
  • Network Administrator
  • Systems Administrator
  • IT Manager
  • Security Consultant
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • IT Auditor
  • Security Engineer
  • Network Engineer
  • Help Desk Technician
  • Security Specialist
  • IT Project Manager
  • Security Administrator
  • Risk Analyst
  • Compliance Analyst

Trainers

Trainers

Mohan Pothula is an experienced network and cybersecurity specialist with more than 18 years of expertise in IT infrastructure, system administration, and enterprise security. He has implemented and managed secure network architectures for multinational organizations across finance, education, and technology sectors. His areas of proficiency include threat management, intrusion detection, and security policy implementation. As a CompTIA Certified Trainer and WSQ-accredited educator, Mohan is known for his ability to simplify complex cybersecurity concepts and deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences.
In “CompTIA Certified Security+ Training,” Mohan helps participants build a strong foundation in information security principles and best practices. His sessions cover network defense, cryptography, risk management, and identity protection through real-world simulations and case studies. With his practical teaching approach and industry experience, he ensures learners gain the technical skills and confidence needed to protect organizational assets and succeed in the Security+ certification exam.

Truman Ng is a senior IT consultant and cybersecurity architect with over 20 years of experience in network infrastructure, system security, and cloud architecture. A PMP, ACTA, and Huawei HCIE-certified professional, he has led large-scale cybersecurity and automation projects across global enterprises. His expertise spans intrusion prevention, vulnerability assessment, and secure cloud deployment. Truman’s deep understanding of enterprise systems makes him an effective instructor for professionals seeking to build robust cybersecurity capabilities.
In “CompTIA Certified Security+ Training,” Truman equips learners with essential cybersecurity knowledge covering risk mitigation, encryption, and incident response. His sessions emphasize hands-on labs and security configuration exercises using real-world tools and frameworks. By combining technical rigor with practical insights, he prepares participants to identify, assess, and defend against cybersecurity threats while achieving the globally recognized CompTIA Security+ credential.

Agus Salim is an experienced IT solutions and cybersecurity professional with a strong foundation in cloud infrastructure and project management. With over a decade of experience in systems integration, software development, and IT security across both enterprise and consulting environments, he brings a practical understanding of secure system design and deployment. His credentials include PMP, CompTIA Security+, CEH, and AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, reflecting his balanced expertise in governance, risk management, and cloud operations. Agus has worked with leading organizations such as Citi and Check Point Software Technologies, providing hands-on technical and security support across multi-cloud platforms.
Alec Tan is an IT trainer and systems engineer with over 20 years of experience spanning IT technical support, system integration, and IT training. He holds multiple CompTIA certifications, including A+, Network+, and Server+, and is also WSQ ACLP-certified, equipping him with both the technical expertise and the pedagogical skills to deliver effective training. His professional career includes roles as a Network Systems Engineer at McKinn International and freelance IT trainer at Nexus Academy, where he taught Office 365, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and CompTIA certification programs. With strong technical competencies in Microsoft Windows Server, desktop and laptop support, and IT infrastructure management, Alec brings a wealth of hands-on experience to Security+ training. His teaching emphasizes practical learning, covering key Security+ domains such as threat management, identity access, cryptography, and risk mitigation. By combining deep technical knowledge with a learner-focused approach, Alec ensures participants are well-prepared to achieve Security+ certification and apply cybersecurity principles in real-world IT environments.

Dr. Alfred Ang is a distinguished technology leader, cybersecurity expert, and educator with over 20 years of experience in IT systems, information security, and digital transformation. As the Chief Technology Officer and CIO of Tertiary Infotech Pte Ltd, he has led the development of more than 500 WSQ-accredited programs in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and AI systems. Dr. Ang holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems and multiple professional certifications, including CISSP, CEH, and CompTIA Security+, reflecting his deep expertise in both academic and enterprise cybersecurity.
In “CompTIA Certified Security+ Training,” Dr. Ang provides strategic and technical insights into modern cybersecurity challenges. His sessions cover governance, risk management, cryptography, and incident handling using real-world case studies and industry frameworks. By merging academic rigor with practical security implementation, he equips learners to understand, design, and manage secure systems that align with international standards and professional certification requirements.

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