Tier 2 — Intermediate
MCA Security+
The MCA Security+ certification validates the core skills required to secure networks, systems and applications in modern enterprises. While most training providers focus narrowly on exam preparation, MCA elevates Security+ into a comprehensive applied security program. Learners not only master the global exam domains but also gain practical, project-based experience across enterprise risk management, incident response, cryptography, and cloud defense.
Duration
4 Weeks
Mode
100% Online
Self-Paced
$50, ₦75,000
Live Online
$60, ₦90,000
Learning Objectives
- Identify and mitigate security threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities.
- Apply secure architecture and system design principles.
- Implement identity, access, and authentication controls.
- Deploy cryptography and PKI solutions.
- Secure networks, endpoints, and cloud services.
- Detect and respond to cybersecurity incidents effectively
- Demonstrate readiness for intermediate SOC or security analyst roles
Target Audience
- Students advancing from beginner-level certifications (ITF+, A+, or CC).
- System administrators, network engineers, or aspiring SOC analysts
Course Modules
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals and Threat Landscape
- Risk Management and Threat Modeling
- Secure Enterprise Architecture and Design
- Identity, Access, and Authentication Controls
- Cryptography and PKI for Secure Communications
- Network Security and Endpoint Protection
- Cloud Security and Virtualization Defense
- Mobile, IoT, and Emerging Technology Security
- Incident Detection, Response, and Forensics Essentials
- Capstone – Full Enterprise Security Simulation
Certification Requirements
- Complete all modules and exercises
- Pass MCA Intermediate assessment
- Complete capstone project
Award: MCA Applied Cybersecurity Certificate (aligned with CompTIA Security+ global standard).
Training Details
Duration
4 Weeks
Mode
Online
Certification
CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)
Pathway
CompTIA CySA+, PenTest+, or MCA SOC Analyst