Certification Profile
DifficultyBeginner+
Cost$425
Study Duration10 Weeks~100 total hours
Pass Rate58%
Exam Format
Multiple choice & performance-based, max 90 questions
Worth It Rating
8.7 / 10
Skills Taught
Primary Focus
cybersecuritynetwork securitythreat analysis
Additional Skills
cryptographyrisk managementincident responseidentity managementsecurity policies
Prerequisites
- CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) or 2 years IT admin experience recommended
Career & Market Value
Salary Increase+$3,500 – $8,000
Active Job Postings demanding this cert35,000 jobs
Target Career Paths
Security EngineerIT Security AnalystNetwork AdministratorCybersecurity AnalystSOC AnalystSecurity Administrator
What certifications should you take after CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)?
After obtaining this certification, consider pursuing the following to advance your credentials:
#1CISSP
#2CEH
#3CompTIA CySA+