About the Book
Become a cybersecurity expert with comprehensive CAS-005 preparation using this detailed guide packed with practical insights, mock exams, diagrams, and actionable strategies that align with modern enterprise security demands
Key Features
Strengthen your grasp of key concepts and real-world security practices across updated exam objectives
Gauge your preparedness with over 300 practice questions, flashcards, and mock exams
Visualize complex topics with diagrams of AI-driven threats, Zero Trust, cloud security, cryptography, and incident response
Book DescriptionAs cyber threats evolve at unprecedented speed and enterprises demand resilient, scalable security architectures, the CompTIA SecurityX CAS-005 Certification Guide stands as the definitive preparation resource for today's security leaders. This expert-led study guide enables senior security professionals to master the full breadth and depth of the new CAS-005 exam objectives.
Written by veteran instructor Mark Birch, this guide draws from over 30 years of experience in teaching, consulting, and implementing cybersecurity controls to deliver clear, actionable content across the four core domains: governance, risk, and compliance; security architecture; security engineering; and security operations. It addresses the most pressing security challenges, from AI-driven threats and Zero Trust design to hybrid cloud environments, post-quantum cryptography, and automation. While exploring cutting-edge developments, it reinforces essential practices such as threat modeling, secure SDLC, advanced incident response, and risk management.
Beyond comprehensive content coverage, this guide ensures you are fully prepared to pass the exam through exam tips, review questions, and detailed mock exams, helping you build the confidence and situational readiness needed to succeed in the CAS-005 exam and real-world cybersecurity leadership.What you will learn
Build skills in compliance, governance, and risk management
Understand key standards such as CSA, ISO27000, GDPR, PCI DSS, CCPA, and COPPA
Hunt advanced persistent threats (APTs) with AI, threat detection, and cyber kill frameworks
Apply Kill Chain, MITRE ATT&CK, and Diamond threat models for proactive defense
Design secure hybrid cloud environments with Zero Trust architecture
Secure IoT, ICS, and SCADA systems across enterprise environments
Modernize SecOps workflows with IAC, GenAI, and automation
Use PQC, AEAD, FIPS, and advanced cryptographic tools
Who this book is forThis CompTIA book is for candidates preparing for the SecurityX certification exam who want to advance their career in cybersecurity. It’s especially valuable for security architects, senior security engineers, SOC managers, security analysts, IT cybersecurity specialists/INFOSEC specialists, and cyber risk analysts. A background in a technical IT role or a CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent experience is recommended.
Table of Contents:
Table of Contents
Given a Set of Organizational Security Requirements, Implement the Appropriate Governance Components
Given a Set of Organizational Security Requirements, Perform Risk Management Activities
Explain how compliance affects information security strategies
Given a Scenario, Performing Threat Modeling Activities
Summarize the Information Security Challenges Associated with AI Adoption
Given a Scenario, Analyze Requirements to Design Resilient Systems
Given a Scenario, Implement Security in the Early Stages of the Systems Life Cycle and Throughout Subsequent Stages
Given a Scenario, Integrate Appropriate Controls in the Design of a Secure Architecture
Given a Scenario, Apply Security Concepts to the Design of Access, Authentication, and Authorization Systems
Given a Scenario, Securely Implement Cloud Capabilities in an Enterprise Environment
Given a scenario, Integrate Zero-Trust Concepts into System Architecture Design
Given a Scenario, Troubleshoot Common Issues with Identity and Access Management (IAM) Components in an Enterprise Environment
Given a Scenario, Analyze Requirements to Enhance the Security of Endpoint and Servers
Given a Scenario, Troubleshoot Complex Network Infrastructure Security Issues
Given a Scenario, Implement Hardware Security Technologies and Techniques
Given a Set of Requirements, Secure Specialized and Legacy Systems against Threats
Given a Scenario, Use Automation to Secure the Enterprise
Explain the Importance of Advanced Cryptographic Concepts
Given a scenario, Apply the Appropriate Cryptographic Use Case and/or Technique
Given a Scenario, Analyze Data to Enable Monitoring and Response Activities
Given a scenario, Analyze Vulnerabilities and Attacks and Recommended Solutions to Reduce the Attack Surface
Given a Scenario, Apply Threat-Hunting and Threat Intelligence Concepts
Given a Scenario, Analyze Data and Artifacts in Support of Incident Response Activities
About the Author :
Mark Birch is an experienced courseware developer and teacher in both information systems and cyber-security. Mark has been developing content and teaching CompTIA cyber security classes for more than 25 years and understands the subject area in great depth. Mark began his career working within the aerospace industry (for a major defense contractor) and has over 30 years' experience consulting, engineering, and deploying secure information systems. He has spent over 20 25 years working with the United States Military and United Kingdom Armed Forces, helping many students attain their learning goals. Mark has ensured that soldiers, officers, and civilians have had the best opportunities to gain cyber-security accreditation.
