The CompTIA Security+ certification designates knowledgeable professionals in the field of security, one of the fastest-growing fields in IT. Security threats are increasing in number and severity, and the gap between the need for security professionals and qualified IT personnel is the largest of any IT specialty, according to a 2008 CompTIA study. Even in a troubled economy, most businesses plan to maintain or increase their investment in security.
CompTIA Security+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification that proves competency in system security, network infrastructure, access control and organizational security. Major organizations that employ CompTIA Security+ certified staff include Booz Allen Hamilton, Hewlett-Packard, IBM, Motorola, Symantec, Telstra, Hitachi, Ricoh, Lockheed Martin, Unisys, Hilton Hotels Corp., General Mills, the U.S. Navy, Army, Air Force and Marines.
Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Security+ candidates have at least two years of technical networking experience, with an emphasis on security. The CompTIA Network+ certification is also recommended.
2008 Exam Code SY0-201
Number of Exam Parts One
Number of Questions 100*
Exam Format Conventional, linear format
Exam Duration 90 minutes
Recommended
Experience
Two years of technical experience in networking with emphasis on security
Adequate training and self-study
CompTIA Network+ recommended, but not required
Minimum Passing Score
750 on a scale of 100 – 900
Languages Available English
Existing Exam Code SY0-101
Number of Exam Parts One
Number of Questions 100*
Exam Format Conventional, linear format
Exam Duration 90 minutes
Recommended
Experience
Two years of technical experience in networking with emphasis on security
Adequate training and self-study
CompTIA Network+ recommended, but not required
Minimum Passing Score
764 on a scale of 100 – 900
Languages Available English, German, Japanese, Chinese and Korean
E2C Exam Code JK0-010
Retirement Date July 31, 2009