CompTIA Security+

CompTIA Security+ validates knowledge of communication security, infrastructure security, cryptography, operational security, and general security concepts. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification that is well regarded around the world.

Major corporations such as Sun, IBM/Tivoli Software Group, Symantec, Motorola, Hitachi Electronics Services and Verisign value the CompTIA Security+ certification and recommend or require it of their IT employees.

Exams

There is a single multiple choice exam of 90 minutes duration.

CompTIA exams may be taken at Pearson VUE or Thomson Prometric testing facilities.

Pre-Requisites

Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Security+ candidates have at least two years on-the-job networking experience, with an emphasis on security. The CompTIA Network+ certification is also recommended.
>CompTIA A+ Certificate
>CompTIA Network+ Certificate

 

Courses

The Network+ training course is a recommended but not mandated prerequisite

CompTIA A+ Electives [5 days]

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CompTIA Network+ [5 days]

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CompTIA Security+ [5 days]

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