Security+ Exam Overview
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[edit section] Comptia Security+ Exam
The CompTIA Security+ certification is an international vendor neutral industry credential that validates the knowledge of information security professionals with at least two years of experience in network support or administration or adequate academic training. It is also generally recommended that candidates for the certification have some experience in the area of information security.
[edit section] Review Of Exam Specifics:
Exam Costs: $251 each attempt. CompTIA Corporate Members receive discounts off the non member pricing. Employers that require this test are usually corporate members and will inform you of this. You can also buy exam vouchers of VUE or Prometric to get a discount. Check CompTIA store for exam vouchers.
Exam Location: You can register for the exam at any Pearson VUE and Thompson Prometric center.
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Time Allocated: 90 minutes per exam
Total marks: Graded from 100-900 marks
Minimum Pass Marks: 764
Number Of Questions: 100 questions per exam
Exam Code: SY0-101
Pre-requisites: None. A+ and Network + is recommended.
Exam format: Linear format; computer-based test (CBT)
Prerequisites: None. Comptia Network+ and/or equivalent of two years of networking experience with an emphasis on security is recommended but not required.
Validation Period: Certification does not expire; however it is recommended you upgrade to the latest exam version when objectives are revised. The last revision was in 2005.
Score Report: Delivered immediate on test completion.
[edit section] Exam Pattern
The question types found on the Security+ exam are:- Multiple Choice with Single answer: Student is required to select a single answer from a range of options (generally 4-5) by clicking on a radio button.
- Multiple Choice with Multiple answer: Student is required to select a range of options. The number of options to select is specified.
- Fill in the Blank: Student is required to type in the missing text to complete the sentence.
- Exhibit Based: Some questions from the above types will have special exhibits or evidence that you must use to answer the questions
[edit section] Exam Objectives:
| Certification Domain Area | Percentage Of Exam |
|---|---|
| General Security Concepts | 30% |
| Communications Security | 20% |
| Infrastructure Security | 20% |
| Basics of Cryptography | 15% |
| Operational and Organizational Security | 15% |
This is only meant as quick overview of the basics of the exam and what it covers. If you are 100% committed to following through with your entry into the InfoSec world we highly suggest you visit the CompTIA Security+ web-site and gather all needed details.
[edit section] See Also
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