CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003)

CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003)

CompTIA CySA+ is an advanced cybersecurity certification that validates the skills and knowledge required to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats.

Focus

The CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) certification focuses on Cybersecurity, incident response, threat management, risk management, and IT operations

Exam Duration

The CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) exam duration is 165 minutes (2 hours, 45 minutes)

Num of Question

The exam contains a total of 110 questions

Exam Fee

The exam fee is $699 USD.

Exam Validity

The CCRN-Pediatric certification is valid for 2 years.

Prior Certification

• CompTIA Security+ or Network+ and 3 years of security-related experience

Exam Format

The CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) exam is a Multiple-choice, performance-based

Passing Conditions

To pass CompTIA CySA+ (CS0-003) exam, applicants must achieve a minimum score of 80% or higher

Who Should Take

The target audience for this certification is cybersecurity analysts and Incident Responders who want to demonstrate their skills and knowledge in threat management, risk management, and incident response.

• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Incident Responder
• Threat Management Specialist
• Risk Management Specialist
• IT Security Engineer
• Compliance Manager

Prerequisites

3 years of security-related experience

Or can substitute with certifications:

• CompTIA Security+ with 2 years of security-related experience
• CompTIA Network+ with 2 years of security-related experience

Certification Process

• Step 1: Meet the prerequisites and get ready for the exam
• Step 2: Register for the exam and schedule a test appointment
• Step 3: Take the exam and pass with 80% or higher
• Step 4: Maintain the certification by attending continuing education courses and passing an upgrade exam every 3 years

Domains with Weights

• domain 1: Security and Risk Management (20%): This domain covers the skills and knowledge required to determine the organization"s risk and perform threat analysis, risk management, and mitigation.
• domain 2: Vulnerability and Risk Management (16%): This domain covers the skills and knowledge required to identify and analyze potential vulnerabilities and risks, and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• domain 3: Vulnerability Risk Management (N/A%): This domain covers the skills and knowledge required to identify and mitigate vulnerable systems, services, and devices.
• domain 4: Malware, Ransomware and Incident Response (16%): This domain covers the skills and knowledge required to identify, contain, and mitigate malware and ransomware attacks, as well as to respond to incidents.
• domain 5: Data Security and Application Security (12%): This domain covers the skills and knowledge required to implement data security measures, and application security measures to prevent attacks and data disclosure.
• domain 6: Network Security and Vulnerability Management (20%): This domain covers the skills and knowledge required to configure and utilize network devices and measures to prevent unauthorized access.
• domain 7: Cryptography, Network Security and Mobile Security (16%): This domain covers the skills and knowledge required to configure and utilize security protocols to encrypt data, protect networks, and secure wireless devices.
• Exam 8: Continuous Security Monitoring and Penetration Testing (0% //Note weight is wrong and may need to be looked into again by comptaia //Still awaiting the precise ratio for domain weighted scores.): This domain covers the skills and knowledge required to implement and utilize continuous security monitoring and penetration testing strategies and tools to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.