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CompTIA Security+

Become a cybersecurity expert with CompTIA Security+ — the premier certification for security professionals.

Exam Code

CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Questions

90

Pass Score

750

Duration

90 min

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Exam Duration

90 minutes

Pass Score

750 out of 1000

Exam Fee

$380

About the CompTIA Security+

CompTIA Security+ is the gold standard for cybersecurity professionals. This comprehensive certification covers threat management, vulnerability assessment, cryptography, access control, and incident response. Security+ is recognized globally and often required by government agencies and Fortune 500 companies, making it essential for anyone pursuing a cybersecurity career.

What You'll Learn

Identify and mitigate security threats and vulnerabilities

Implement access control and authentication mechanisms

Design and implement cryptographic solutions

Manage security incidents and response procedures

Conduct security assessments and penetration testing

Implement secure network architecture

Manage identity and access management (IAM)

Ensure compliance with security standards and regulations

Examination Process

Exam Code

CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

Number of Questions

90 questions

Passing Score

750 out of 1000

Exam Duration

90 minutes

Roadmap to Clear CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

1

Security Basics

3 weeks

Learn threat landscape, risk management, and security principles

2

Cryptography

4 weeks

Master encryption, PKI, digital signatures, and key management

3

Access Control

3 weeks

Understand AAA, identity management, and authentication methods

4

Network Security

3 weeks

Learn firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, and network hardening

5

Incident Response

3 weeks

Study incident handling, forensics, and compliance

Course Curriculum

Job Opportunities & Roles

Security Analyst

Monitor and analyze security events and threats

$60K - $80K

Security Administrator

Manage security infrastructure and access controls

$65K - $85K

Incident Response Specialist

Respond to and investigate security incidents

$70K - $95K

Compliance Specialist

Ensure organizational compliance with security standards

$62K - $82K

Salary Prospects by Country

Country
Junior Level
Mid Level
Senior Level
United States
$60K - $72K$72K - $95K$95K - $125K
Canada
C$57K - C$68KC$68K - C$90KC$90K - C$120K
United Kingdom
£45K - £55K£55K - £72K£72K - £95K
India
₹30L - ₹42L₹42L - ₹60L₹60L - ₹85L
Australia
A$75K - A$92KA$92K - A$120KA$120K - A$160K
UAE
AED 100K - AED 130KAED 130K - AED 180KAED 180K - AED 250K

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Certification Duration6-12 Months3-6 Months2-4 Months
CostStarting at $149Starting at $399Contact for Pricing

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