Getting Started with CompTIA Security+ and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) Certifications
By Prashant Sharma (@Prashantique)
Today's Agenda
#Whoami
Prashant Sharma
CyberSecurity Instructor & Your Mentor
(CEH, CRTP, OSCP, CREST CPSA, CREST CRT)
Connect – @Prashantique
M: +91 9109277009
Icebreaker: Student Introductions
Let’s get to know each other! Share your name, background, and what sparked your interest in cybersecurity.
Introduce Yourself
Share your name and professional background.
Career Goals
Discuss your aspirations and why you're pursuing these certifications.
Build Connections
Connect with peers and expand your professional network.
Class Rules & Expectations
Attendance & Participation
Regular attendance and active participation are crucial for a successful and interactive learning experience.
How We'll Learn: Step by Step
First, I'll explain the main ideas. Then, I’ll show you how it works with a real example. After that, we’ll write down the most important points in notes.
Collaborative Communication
Foster a collaborative environment through respectful and constructive communication with peers and instructors.
Timely Completion
All assignments and exams must be completed on time to ensure steady progress through the course material.
Don't hesitate to ask questions
Never feel shy to ask—there are no silly questions here! If you don’t understand, just say so. That’s how you get smarter.
Notes Help You Remember
Write down what you learn each day. Notes are like your own study guide for exams and tricky problems.
Career Value: Security+ vs CEH
Both certifications significantly increase job security, promotion potential, and salary, opening diverse career paths in cybersecurity.
$70K-$90K
Security+ Salary
Average salary range for Security+ certified professionals (2025).
$86K-$136K
CEH Salary
Average salary range for CEH certified professionals (2025).
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Security+ Roles
Security Analyst, Network Administrator, Cybersecurity
Consultant.
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CEH Roles
Ethical Hacker, Penetration Tester, Security Engineer.
Exam Details
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CompTIA Security+
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CEH v13 (Knowledge Exam)
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CEH v13 (Practical Exam)
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No. of Questions / Challenges
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90 Questions
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125 Questions
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20 Challenges
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Exam Duration
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90 Minutes
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4 Hours
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6 Hours
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Exam Format
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MCQ and Performance based
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MCQ
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Practical
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Passing Score
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750 out of 900
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60-80%
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70%
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Renewal / Validity
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3 Years
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3 Years
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3 Years
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Recognized Internationally
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Note – In order to achieve CEH Master Level certification, an additional practical exam needs to be taken. This practical exam is optional.
Course Content
CompTIA Security+
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Domain
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PERCENTAGE OF EXAMINATION
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1.0
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General Security Concepts
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12%
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2.0
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Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations
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22%
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3.0
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18%
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Security Operations
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5.0
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Security Program Management and Oversight
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20%
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Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
20 Modules that help you master the foundations of Ethical Hacking and prepare to challenge the CEH certification exam.
- Introduction to Ethical Hacking
- Footprinting and Reconnaissance
- Scanning Networks
- Enumeration
- Vulnerability Analysis
- System Hacking
- Malware Threats
- Sniffing
- Social Engineering
- Denial-of-Service
- Session Hijacking
- Evading IDS, Firewalls, and Honeypots
- Hacking Web Servers
- Hacking Web Applications
- SQL Injection
- Hacking Wireless Networks
- Hacking Mobile Platforms
- IoT and OT Hacking
- Cloud Computing
- Cryptography