CompTIA Security+ Certification

Overview 

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The CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized, vendor-neutral certification that validates an IT professional's foundational knowledge and skills in cybersecurity, particularly in areas like threat detection, incident response, and security technologies. It's often considered a foundational certification for those seeking a career in information security, according to CompTIA. 

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Target Audience

 

Security+ certification can help IT professionals advance in roles like security analyst, security administrator, and penetration tester. 

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How to earn this certification?

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Candidates must complete SY0-701 exam code. ​

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Skills Overview 

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• General Security Concepts. Includes key cybersecurity terminology and concepts up front to provide a foundation for security controls discussed throughout the exam. 

• Threats, Vulnerabilities and Mitigation. Focuses on responding to common threats, cyberattacks, vulnerabilities, and security incidents and appropriate mitigation techniques to monitor and secure hybrid environments. 

• Security Architecture. Includes security implications of different architecture models, principles of securing enterprise infrastructure, and strategies to protect data.

• Security Operations. Includes applying and enhancing security and vulnerability management techniques, as well as security implications of proper hardware, software, and data management.

• Security Program Management and Oversight. Updated to better reflect the reporting and communication skills required for Security+ job roles relating to governance, risk management, compliance, assessment, and security awareness.