The CompTIA Security+ Certification is an important certification for IT professionals. This certification is fundamental for those seeking a career in cybersecurity or network administration.
The A.A.S. AWS Cloud Administration degree program at Campus, formerly known as MTI College, in Sacramento prepares you for the Security+ exam, as well as the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Amazon AWS certification exams. Campus is the only school in Sacramento, and one of only 25 schools in California authorized as an AWS Academy.
The Security+ exam keeps up with current trends and practices in network security, preparing you for security careers.
Why do Sacramento IT Professionals need the Security+ Certification?
Web security and network security competency is a necessary skill for IT professionals, and a baseline for security pros. CompTIA provides the Security+ exam to confirm that candidates understand network security principles, practices, and techniques. The CompTIA Security+ certification proves competency in managing, maintaining, troubleshooting, installing and configuring basic network infrastructure.
All CompTIA exams are updated every three years to keep the information current. Right now, the Security+ exam being given is the SYO-501.
Network security, information security, penetration testing, and cybersecurity are in-demand skills for today’s job market.
The Security+ certification is a stepping-stone to a career in cybersecurity or infrastructure.
According to the CompTIA website, the Security+ certification is part of the “stack” for higher value certifications like the CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS) which requires the A+, Security+, and Network+ certifications.
Skills You Learn With the Security+ Certification
The Security+ certification is vendor neutral and universally recognized. This means there is not an emphasis placed on any one technology stack, allowing students to focus on the whole of information security. Candidates will validate their understanding of information security principles and practices, opening the path to a career in infosec or cybersecurity.
Earning the CompTIA Security+ certification demonstrates you understand security concepts, tools, and procedures. This certification also means you can react to and contain security incidents, anticipate security risks and guard against security threats.
Competencies the Security+ exam confirms include:
- Threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities (including penetration testing and vulnerability detection)
- Technologies and tools (installation, configuration, deployment of network components while observing security best practices)
- Architecture and design (secure network architecture concepts and systems design)
- Identity and access management (Install and configure identity and access services, management control)
- Risk management (assess and summarize risk and business impact)
- Cryptography and PKI (Install and configure wireless security settings and implement public key infrastructure)
Career Paths That Use the Security+ Certification
The Security+ certification is something that hiring managers look for. This specific certification appears in many online job descriptions. With this certification, you can start a career path in cybersecurity, or network infrastructure. This certification is also DoD 8570 compliant, meaning it allows you to work for the government. Here are some of the common job titles associated with the Security+ certification:
- Network administrator
- Systems administration
- Security administration
- Junior IT auditor
- Security analyst
- Security architect
Are There Prerequisites Before Taking the Security+ Certification?
Though there are no formal prerequisites for taking the CompTIA Security+ exam, candidates are encouraged to have two years of experience in technical networking and IT administration. Exam candidates are also strongly recommended to have passed the CompTIA Network+ certification.
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How do You Earn CompTIA Security+ Certification?
To pass the Security+ exam (SY0-501), you must score 750 out of a possible 900 points. The exam is 90 questions of multiple choice and performance-based questions. You will have 90 minutes to finish the exam.
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A.A.S. AWS Cloud Administration featuring Security+ Training
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| Nov 4, 2024 | AWS Cloud Administration |
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