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Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course

Dr. Jason Edwards

The CYSA+ Audio Course is your complete, exam-focused companion for mastering the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CYSA+) certification. Designed for learners who are always on the move, this Audio Course transforms the official exam objectives into clear, structured, and easy-to-follow lessons. Each episode helps you understand, retain, and apply key cybersecurity analysis skills—covering threat detection, vulnerability management, security architecture, and incident response. Whether you’re studying

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Episode 31: Log Correlation and Orchestration...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems are the heart of modern detection and alerting. In this episode, we explore how SIEMs collect, correlate, and normalize data from across your environment—giving analysts a real-time window into activity from endpoints, servers, firewalls, cloud services, and more. You’ll learn how log correlation enables pattern detection, anomaly identification, and timeline reconstruction during an investigation.We also introduce the concept of

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Episode 30: Network Capture and Traffic Inspection Tools

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Being a strong analyst means being comfortable working with packets, flows, and raw network data. In this episode, we explore the tools analysts use for network capture and traffic inspection, including Wireshark and tcpdump. You’ll learn what kinds of data these tools collect, how they’re used during investigations, and what to look for when examining traffic patterns.We also explain how packet analysis supports threat hunting, incident response, and malware detection, especially in

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Episode 29: Social Engineering and Obfuscation Detection

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Not all threats come from code—many come from people. This episode explores how attackers use social engineering tactics to bypass technical defenses, trick users, and gain footholds in environments. From phishing and pretexting to spoofed links and impersonation, we walk through the indicators that security analysts must watch for.You’ll also learn about techniques attackers use to obscure their intent, such as obfuscated URLs, encoded payloads, and misleading domain structures. We cover

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Episode 28: Application Behavior and Anomaly Detection

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Applications are often targeted directly by attackers—or exploited indirectly through user interaction. In this episode, we focus on indicators of compromise at the application layer, such as anomalous behavior, unexpected output, new account creation, service interruptions, and unusual outbound communication.We also explain how application logs reveal usage patterns, failures, and potential abuse. Whether you’re defending web applications, SaaS platforms, or legacy software, this episode

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Episode 27: Host-Based Indicators of Malicious Activity

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

While the network tells you what’s coming and going, the host shows you what’s actually happening. In this episode, we explore host-level indicators of compromise—from CPU spikes and unauthorized software to abnormal OS behavior and registry anomalies. You’ll learn how to recognize signs of privilege escalation, unauthorized changes, scheduled task manipulation, and malicious processes.We also break down how analysts correlate these indicators with alerts, event logs, and EDR telemetry to

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Episode 26: Network-Based Indicators of Malicious...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Your network is constantly broadcasting signals—some of them benign, some of them suspicious. In this episode, we examine network-level indicators that can reveal malicious activity in progress. From bandwidth spikes and rogue devices to unexpected port activity and beaconing behaviors, you’ll learn what red flags to look for and how to distinguish noise from signal.We also discuss how attackers use scanning, peer-to-peer communication, and protocol misuse to probe and move through

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Episode 25: Sensitive Data Handling in the Enterprise

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Protecting sensitive data is one of the most urgent and regulated responsibilities in cybersecurity. This episode focuses on the tools and practices analysts use to detect, classify, and protect sensitive information like personally identifiable information (PII), cardholder data (CHD), and proprietary business data.We discuss how data loss prevention (DLP) tools are configured, how sensitive data is discovered and tagged, and what steps must be taken to ensure compliance with data privacy

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Episode 24: Encryption and Traffic Security Monitoring

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Encryption plays a dual role in cybersecurity—protecting data confidentiality and creating blind spots in visibility. In this episode, we examine how public key infrastructure (PKI) underpins secure communication, how certificates are issued and validated, and where SSL/TLS encryption fits into the data protection stack.We also explore how SSL inspection works in enterprise environments and what trade-offs it introduces in terms of privacy, performance, and visibility. By the end of this

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Episode 23: Identity and Access Management Models

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Authentication and authorization form the frontline of defense in every digital environment. In this episode, we explore key identity and access management (IAM) concepts including multifactor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and federated identity systems. We’ll explain how these models reduce friction for users while improving control for security teams.You’ll also learn about advanced IAM strategies like privileged access management (PAM), passwordless authentication, and

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Episode 22: Network Architecture Design and Segmentation

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Networks are the circulatory system of any digital environment, and securing them is a fundamental responsibility of the cyber analyst. This episode walks through various network architecture models—on-premises, cloud, and hybrid—and explores how segmentation, zero trust principles, and secure access edge technologies help reduce exposure and limit lateral movement.We also discuss how software-defined networking (SDN) plays into modern security architecture and what analysts need to

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Episode 21: Infrastructure Concepts in Modern SOCs

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2025/07/15

Today’s IT environments are complex ecosystems that include virtual machines, containers, and serverless platforms. In this episode, we demystify these infrastructure models from a security analyst’s perspective. You’ll learn how virtualization enables rapid provisioning (and creates unique attack surfaces), how containers isolate workloads, and how serverless computing changes the way we detect and respond to threats.We’ll also examine how traditional security controls must be adapted to

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Episode 20: System-Level Behavior and Architecture...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

In this episode, we go deeper into the building blocks of computing environments that matter for cyber defense. We cover where critical configuration files are typically stored, how analysts monitor and investigate system processes, and what aspects of hardware architecture matter when tracking threats or hardening systems.You’ll also hear how attackers exploit weaknesses at the process level or leverage misconfigurations in low-level system components. Understanding how the operating

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Episode 19: Core OS Concepts Every Analyst Should Know

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Understanding the underlying behavior of operating systems is critical for detecting and investigating malicious activity. In this episode, we explore the core OS concepts that every cybersecurity analyst must master. You'll learn about the Windows Registry, how system hardening reduces attack surfaces, and what file system structures can reveal during an investigation.We also discuss how malware hides within OS-level components, why registry anomalies can indicate compromise, and how file

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Episode 18: Log Ingestion and Logging Control

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Effective cybersecurity starts with visibility—and that begins with logs. In this episode, we explore the basics of log ingestion, including what data is collected, how it's normalized, and where it's stored. You’ll learn about the importance of time synchronization across log sources, why logging levels (debug, info, error) matter, and how poor logging practices can create blind spots in your security posture.We’ll also look at how log data feeds into SIEMs and threat detection platforms,

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Episode 17: Domain 1 Overview – Security Operations...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Welcome to Domain 1, the largest and most foundational section of the CySA+ exam. In this episode, we preview what you’ll learn across the next several modules and explain how Security Operations serves as the nerve center of a modern cyber defense strategy. From architecture to access control to threat detection, this domain sets the tone for your analyst mindset.We’ll introduce the major themes of Domain 1, including logging, behavioral analysis, detection tooling, and operational

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Episode 16: CySA+ Glossary Episode 3

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

In the final glossary-focused episode, we turn our attention to the specialized language used in incident response, threat detection, and analyst operations. This includes key terms like IoC, MFA, PID, RCE, RTO, PKI, and more—acronyms and phrases that show up frequently in forensic documentation, incident timelines, and CySA+ test questions.We not only define each term, but place it in context so you understand how it relates to processes like detection, containment, recovery, and

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Episode 15: CySA+ Glossary Episode 2

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

In this second glossary episode, we focus on the security tools, frameworks, and compliance standards you’ll need to recognize and understand throughout your CySA+ journey. From OpenVAS and Nessus to NIST, ISO, and PCI DSS, this episode gives you concise definitions and context that go beyond memorization. We explain what these terms mean, how they’re used in the field, and why they matter to security analysts.You'll also get clarity on how tools like Metasploit, OSSTMM, and the OWASP Top

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Episode 14: CySA+ Glossary Episode 1

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Before we tackle deeper technical episodes, it's essential to get fluent with the vocabulary used in the exam and in real-world security operations. This first glossary episode focuses on foundational network and infrastructure terms. We’ll cover protocols, addressing concepts, and key architectural elements such as ICMP, IP, LAN, MAC, RDP, REST, and others that often appear in log data and configuration analysis.This episode is especially helpful if you're coming from a non-networking

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15:52

Episode 13: Comprehensive Domain 3–4 Review (Pre-Exam...

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2025/07/15

This second review episode brings together the essential content from Domain 3 (Incident Response and Management) and Domain 4 (Reporting and Communication). We’ll reinforce your understanding of frameworks like the MITRE ATT&CK matrix and cyber kill chains, review containment and eradication strategies, and revisit reporting requirements such as executive summaries and regulatory disclosures.This is also your chance to solidify your grasp of post-incident actions like root cause

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Episode 12: Comprehensive Domain 1–2 Review (Pre-Exam...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

In this fast-paced review episode, we recap the most critical concepts from Domain 1 (Security Operations) and Domain 2 (Vulnerability Management). This is your checkpoint to ensure you understand everything from network architecture and log ingestion to vulnerability scanning, CVSS scoring, and control frameworks. If you're preparing for the exam, this episode is a perfect way to consolidate what you've learned so far.We’ll highlight the most testable topics, clarify distinctions between

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