CompTIA Security+™ Certification
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 taught at colleges, universities and
commercial training centers around the world. 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.
Because human error is the number one cause for a network
security breach, CompTIA Security+ is recognized by the technology
community as a valuable credential that proves competency with
information security. 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.
CompTIA Security+™ Certification Overview
| Number of Exam Parts |
One |
| Number of Questions |
100 |
| Exam Format |
Conventional, linear format |
| Exam Duration |
90 minutes |
| Recommended Experience |
Two years experience in networking with emphasis on security
Adequate training and self-study
CompTIA Network+ recommended, but not required
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| Minimum Passing Score |
764 on a scale of 100 - 900 |
| Languages Available |
English, German, Japanese and Korean |
| Current English Exam Codes |
CompTIA Security+ E2C Exam: JK0-010
CompTIA Security+ 2002 Exam: SY0-101
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