CASP CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Study Guide: Exam CAS-002, 2nd Edition

CompTIA-approved, best-selling prep for CompTIA’s AdvancedSecurity Practitioner certification, updated for the CAS-002exam

CASP: CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner Study Guide:CAS-002 is the updated edition of the bestselling book coveringthe CASP certification exam. CompTIA approved, this guide coversall of the CASP exam objectives with clear, concise, thoroughinformation on crucial security topics. With practical examples andinsights drawn from real-world experience, the book is acomprehensive study resource with authoritative coverage of keyconcepts. Exam highlights, end-of-chapter reviews, and a searchableglossary help with information retention, and cutting-edge examprep software offers electronic flashcards and hundreds of bonuspractice questions. Additional hands-on lab exercises mimic theexam’s focus on practical application, providing extraopportunities for readers to test their skills.

CASP is a DoD 8570.1-recognized security certification thatvalidates the skillset of advanced-level IT security professionals.The exam measures the technical knowledge and skills required toconceptualize, design, and engineer secure solutions across complexenterprise environments, as well as the ability to think criticallyand apply good judgment across a broad spectrum of securitydisciplines. This study guide helps CASP candidates thoroughlyprepare for the exam, providing the opportunity to:

• Master risk management and incident response
• Sharpen research and analysis skills
• Integrate computing with communications and business
• Review enterprise management and technical componentintegration

Experts predict a 45-fold increase in digital data by 2020, withone-third of all information passing through the cloud. Data hasnever been so vulnerable, and the demand for certified securityprofessionals is increasing quickly. The CASP proves an ITprofessional’s skills, but getting that certification requiresthorough preparation. This CASP study guide provides theinformation and practice that eliminate surprises on examday.

Also available as a set, Security Practitoner & CrypotographySet, 9781119071549 with Applied Cryptography: Protocols,Algorithms, and Source Code in C, 2nd Edition.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: Cryptographic Tools and Techniques
Chapter 2: Comprehensive Security Solutions
Chapter 3: Securing Virtualized, Distributed, and Shared Computing
Chapter 4: Host Security
Chapter 5: Application Security and Penetration Testing
Chapter 6: Risk Management
Chapter 7: Policies, Procedures, and Incident Response
Chapter 8: Security Research and Analysis
Chapter 9: Enterprise Security Integration
Chapter 10: Security Controls for Communication and Collaboration
Appendix A: CASP Lab Manual
Appendix B: Answers to Review Questions
Appendix C: About the Additional Study Tools