Cyber Security Support Technician (2050CB V1) Competency-Based

Basic Networking

2

Demonstrate knowledge of basic networking concepts (wired and wireless).
Demonstrate skills required to configure and troubleshoot device connectivity (LAN and Internet Access).

Cloud and Virtualization Technologies

2

Demonstrate knowledge of cloud computing concepts, including cloud storage and security configurations.
Demonstrate skills required to configure client-side virtualization, cloud storage applications, and file synchronization features.

Operating System Basics

6

Demonstrate knowledge of important Microsoft Windows 10 operating system features and their purpose.
Demonstrate skills required to install, configure, and secure Microsoft Windows 10 operating system versions.
Demonstrate skills required to troubleshoot Microsoft Windows operating system problems.
Demonstrate knowledge of important Mac OS and Linux OS desktop operating system features and their purpose.
Demonstrate skills required to configure, secure, and troubleshoot various operating systems Mac OS and Linux OS.
Demonstrate skills required to troubleshoot mobile operating systems.

IT Security Basics

8

Demonstrate knowledge of basic enterprise security concepts and wireless security protocols.
Demonstrate skills required to perform account management, configure wireless security, and detect and remove malware on workstations and mobile devices.
Demonstrate skills to troubleshoot common computer security issues.
Demonstrate skills required to troubleshoot application security issues.
Demonstrate knowledge of ticketing systems and documentation procedures.
Demonstrate knowledge of disaster recovery concepts and backup procedures.
Demonstrate knowledge of licensing and privacy and policy concepts, including how to address prohibited content.
Demonstrate knowledge of scripting languages, basic functions, and logic structures.

Basic Hardware

5

Demonstrate knowledge of various mobile device types, their features, and purpose.
Demonstrate skills required to manage and troubleshoot computer hardware and peripheral devices.
Demonstrate knowledge of common computer hardware and interfaces.
Demonstrate skills required to troubleshoot general computer hardware issues and printer problems.
Demonstrate skills required to configure peripherals, printers, and related applications to support external hardware.

Network Fundamentals

7

Demonstrate knowledge of the OSI model and relevant encapsulation concepts.
Demonstrate knowledge of network topologies and network types.
Demonstrate knowledge of cables, types of connectors, and the purpose for each.
Demonstrate skills required to configure a subnet and use appropriate IP addressing schemes.
Demonstrate knowledge of ports, protocols, and services, as well as their purpose.
Demonstrate knowledge of basic architecture concepts related to corporate and datacenter network environments.
Demonstrate knowledge of cloud concepts and connectivity alternatives.

Network Implementations

4

Demonstrate knowledge of network devices, their features, and placement within a network.
Demonstrate knowledge of routing technologies and concepts for bandwidth management.
Demonstrate skills required to configure and deploy Ethernet switching solutions, including VLANs.
Demonstrate skills required to deploy wireless standards configurations and technologies.

Network Operations

3

Demonstrate skills required to leverage statistics and sensors in support of network availability.
Demonstrate knowledge of organizational documents and policies.
Demonstrate knowledge of high availability and disaster recovery concepts.

Network Security

4

Demonstrate knowledge of network security concepts.
Demonstrate knowledge of types of network attacks.
Demonstrate skills required to implement network hardening techniques.
Demonstrate knowledge of remote access techniques and related security risks.

Network Troubleshooting

4

Demonstrate skills and best practices required to troubleshoot networking issues.
Demonstrate skills required to troubleshoot cable connectivity issues.
Demonstrate skills required to use network software tools and commands.
Demonstrate skills required to troubleshoot wireless connectivity issues.

Threats, Attacks, and Vulnerabilities

3

Demonstrate knowledge of types of social engineering methods.
Demonstrate skills required to analyze potential signs to determine the type of attack.
Demonstrate skills required to analyze potential signs related to application attacks, including network-based attacks.

Architecture and Design

8

Demonstrate knowledge of foundational security concepts.
Demonstrate knowledge of virtualization and cloud computing concepts.
Demonstrate knowledge of secure application development, deployment, and automation concepts.
Demonstrate knowledge of concepts related to authentication and authorization design.
Demonstrate skills required to deploy cybersecurity resilience.
Demonstrate knowledge of security risks related to embedded and specialized systems.
Demonstrate knowledge of physical security methods.
Demonstrate knowledge of cryptographic concepts.

Implementation

6

Demonstrate skills required to deploy host and application security solutions.
Demonstrate skills required to deploy secure network designs.
Demonstrate skills required to apply configurations for wireless security.
Demonstrate skills required to deploy secure mobile phones/devices.
Demonstrate skills required to deploy cybersecurity solutions in a cloud environment.
Demonstrate skills required to implement identity and account management controls, including public key infrastructure.

Operations and Incident Response

4

Demonstrate knowledge of incident response policies, processes, and procedures.
Demonstrate skills required to leverage data sources in support of an investigation.
Demonstrate skills required to implement mitigation techniques or controls to secure an environment.
Demonstrate knowledge of important aspects related to digital forensics.

Governance, Risk and Compliance

3

Demonstrate knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, or frameworks that impact the security posture of an organization.
Demonstrate knowledge of risk management processes and concepts.
Demonstrate knowledge of privacy and sensitive data concepts as they relate to security.

Business Acumen

2

Demonstrate a basic understanding of the employer’s corporate structure and business model, including its product and services portfolio, its primary customers, and its top competitors.
Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the employer’s brand messaging, its value proposition in the marketplace, and key success metrics.

Employability Skills

12

Demonstrate skills to provide competent customer service using active listening and empathy during various interactions (e.g., in-person, over telephone, email, and chat).
Demonstrate ability to manage stress and other emotions in the workplace to reduce conflict, foster collaboration, and promote wellness.
Demonstrate skills required to take and give productive critical feedback.
Demonstrate skills required to problem-solve using critical thinking, clarifying questions, and knowing when to escalate a situation to a superior.
Demonstrate skills to explain complex issues to non-technical customers without jargon or blaming.
Demonstrate ability to conduct oneself with integrity, professionalism, and in accordance with organization policy and procedure.
Demonstrate skills to communicate with colleagues, managers, and end users effectively and clearly, in a timely manner.
Demonstrate ability to use language, tone of voice, and non-verbal communication to neutralize conflict in the workplace.
Demonstrate skills required to collaborate effectively with team members from across the organization.
Demonstrate ability to use respectful cross-cultural communication to work successfully across the organization and with diverse coworkers.
Demonstrate knowledge required to manage time effectively, minimizing distractions to maintain productivity, prioritize work appropriately, and meet deadlines with situational awareness.
Demonstrate ability to adapt to changing organizational landscape.