CompTIA Security+ 2023

CompTIA Security+ 2023

CompTIA Security+ is a vendor-neutral certification that covers the basics of IT security, including risk management, vulnerabilities, data protection, and operational security.

Focus

The CompTIA Security+ 2023 certification focuses on Information Security

Exam Duration

The CompTIA Security+ 2023 exam duration is 65 minutes

Num of Question

The exam contains a total of 90

Exam Fee

The exam fee is $339.

Exam Validity

The CCRN-Pediatric certification is valid for 3 years.

Prior Certification

• CompTIA A+ certification recommended but not required.

Exam Format

The CompTIA Security+ 2023 exam is a Multiple Choice

Passing Conditions

To pass CompTIA Security+ 2023 exam, applicants must achieve a minimum score of Passing score: 750 (on a scale of 100-900)

Who Should Take

Individuals who work in or are seeking to work in roles related to IT security, such as security analysts, incident responders, security consultants, and IT professionals.

• Security Analyst
• Incident Responder
• Security Consultant
• IT Professional
• Network Administrator

Prerequisites

2 years of hands-on security experience

Or can substitute with certifications:

• Currently holding a higher-level CompTIA certification (e.g., CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CSA+) or CompTIA PenTest+

Certification Process

• Study for the exam using CompTIA study materials and online resources
• Register for the exam through the CompTIA website or an authorized testing center
• Take the exam at a designated testing center and receive a score report

Domains with Weights

• Domain 1.0: Threats and Vulnerabilities (20%): This domain covers topics such as risk management, vulnerabilities, attacks and threats, and data protection.
• Domain 1.1: Vulnerabilities and Risk Trends (5%): This domain covers the latest vulnerability trends and risk management techniques.
• Domain 1.2: Technologies and Tools for Risk Management (15%): This domain covers topics such as encryption, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and incident response.
• Domain 2.0: Appoints and Architecture (13%): This domain covers topics such as network security architecture, segmentation, and secure communication protocols.
• Domain 2.1: Architecture and Design (13%): This domain covers the design of secure computer systems and architecture.
• Domain 2.2: Software Development Security (10%): This domain covers the security aspects of software development and secure coding practices.
• Domain 3.0: Implementation (18%): This domain covers the implementation of security measures such as access control, authentication, and authorization.
• Domain 3.1: Secure Network Architecture (5%): This domain covers secure network design and implementation.
• Domain 4.0: Operations Security (15%): This domain covers operational security measures such as change management, backup and recovery, and data protection.
• Domain 4.1: Compliance and Operational Security (5%): This domain covers compliance and regulatory requirements.