CompTIA Certified SecurityX Training

Topic 1 Governance Risk and Compliance

• Implement Appropriate Governance Components
• Explain Legal Compliance
• Apply Risk Management Strategies

Topic 2 Security Architecture and Design

• Apply Software Development
• Integrate Software Architecture
• Support Operational Resilience
• Implement Cloud Infrastructure
• Integrate Zero Trust Concepts
• Troubleshoot using AAA and IAM

Topic 3 Security Engineering

• Enhance Endpoint Security
• Configure Network Infrastructure
• Initiate Security Automation
• Apply Cryptography Concepts

Topic 4 Security Operations and Incident Response 

• Perform Threat Modeling
• Examine Security Monitoring
• Analyze Known Attack Methods and Associated Mitigations
• Apply Threat Hunting Tools and Technologies
• Evaluate Incident Analysis and Response

Prerequisite:

This is a intermediate courser. Participants should have basic knowledge on the following subjects:

• HTML
• CSS
• Javascript
• ES6 or Typescript
• Basic React

Software Requirement

Pls download and install the following software prior to the class

• Node.js  https://nodejs.org/en/download/
• Visual Studo Code https://code.visualstudio.com/download

HRDF Funding

Please refer to this video https://youtu.be/Kzpd-V1F9Xs

1-     HRD Corp Grant Helper

How to submit grant applications for HRD Corp Claimable Courses

2-     Employers are required to apply for the grant at least one week before training commences.

Employers must submit their applications with supporting documents, including invoices/quotations, trainer profiles, training schedule and course content.

3-     First, Login to Employer’s e-TRIS account -https://etris.hrdcorp.gov.my

Second, Click Application

4-     Click Grant on the left side under Applications

5-     Click Apply Grant on the left side under Applications

6-     Click Apply

7-     Choose a Scheme Code and select HRD Corp Claimable Courses: Skim Bantuan Latihan Khas. Then, click Apply

8-     Scheme Code represents all types of training that suit the requirements provided by HRD Corp. Below are the list of schemes offered by HRD Corp:

9-     Select your Immediate Officer and click Next

10-  Select a Training Provider, then click Next

11-  Please select a training programme from the list, then key in all the required details and click Next

Select your desired training programme.

Give an explanation on why the participant is required to attend the training. E.g., related to their tasks/ career development, etc.

Explain the background and objective of this training.

Select a relevant focus area. For Employer-Specific Courses, select ‘Not Applicable’.

12-  If the training programme is a micro-credential programme, you are required to complete these 3 fields. Save and click Next

Insert MiCAS Application number

13-  Based on the nine (9) pillars listed below, HRD Corp Focus Area Courses are closely tied to support government initiatives towards nation building. As such, courses offered through the HRD Corp Focus Areas are designed to provide the workforce with skills required for current and future demands. Details of the focus areas are as follows:

14-  Please select a Course Title and Type of Training

15-  Select the correct type of training according to the actual type of training, or as mentioned in the training brochure:

16-  Please key in the Training Location and click Next

17-  Please select the Level of Certification and click Next

18-  Please follow the instructions and key in trainee details

19-  Click Add Batch, then click Save

20-  Click Add Trainee Details

21-  Please key in all the required details, then click Add

22-  Click Add if there are more participants. Once done, click Save

23-  Click Next

24-  Please key in the course fees and allowance details, then click Save

25-  Estimated cost includes the course fees/external trainer fees, allowances, and consumable training materials. Please comply with the HRD Corp Allowable Cost Matrix.

26-  Select Upfront Payment to Training Provider and key in the percentage from 0% to 30%. Then, click Save and Next

27-  Complete the declaration form and select a desired officer

28-  Add all the required documents, then click Add Attachment. Then, click Save and Submit Application

29-  Once the New Grant Application is successfully submitted, the Grant Officer will evaluate the application accordingly. The application may be queried if additional information is required.

The application status will be updated via the employer’s dashboard, email, and the e-TRiS inbox.

• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Information Security Officer
• Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst
• IT Security Consultant
• Network Security Engineer
• Cyber Risk Analyst
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Specialist
• Security Architect
• IT Security Administrator
• Cloud Security Engineer
• Security Incident Response Specialist
• Penetration Tester
• Ethical Hacker
• Threat Intelligence Analyst
• Systems Security Engineer
• DevSecOps Engineer
• Security Compliance Manager

Dr. Muhammed Siraj is a seasoned IT and cyber security professional with over 20 years of experience in higher education, ICT leadership, and digital transformation. As the Acting Director of ICT at Wisconsin International University College, Ghana, he oversees the university’s information security program, implementing robust security controls, monitoring incidents, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. His expertise is reinforced by globally recognized certifications, including Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) and Certified Hacking and Forensic Investigator (CHFI), alongside extensive hands-on experience in cyber security operations, fraud detection, and digital forensics

In addition to his leadership roles, Dr. Siraj is a cyber security and forensics instructor who has trained diverse groups ranging from law enforcement officers and customs officials to bankers and IT professionals. He has developed and delivered specialized courses in cyber security, fraud investigation, and digital forensics, while also mentoring students and IT teams in secure system administration, penetration testing, and blockchain security. With a research background in blockchain security and consensus mechanisms, he combines academic rigor with practical expertise, making him a trusted authority in safeguarding digital infrastructures and preparing the next generation of cyber security professionals