Security+ Certification (Security Plus)

About Security+ certification exam

CompTIA's Security+ certification is designed for IT professionals who have two years on-the-job networking experience, with an emphasis on security. The Security+ certification is an entry-level, vendor-neutral certification. It makes a great stepping-stone to more advanced certifications, such as the ISC2 SSCP and CISSP, and the SANS GIAC. Another benefit of the Security+ certification is that it can also be used in some Microsoft certification tracks.

Pass the following exam:

• SY0-101 Security+

Job Roles for CompTIA Security+ Certified Professionals

The job roles for those Security+ certified professionals typically include: Network Administrator, Security Specialist or Network Technician.

Security+ certification requirements

There is no specific requirement for CompTIA's Security+ certification. It is appropriate for you if you are an entry-level network professional. Although there is no prerequisite for this certification, CompTIA recommends that you should have at least two years of experience in network support or administration. If you would like to know more about the CompTIA Security+ certification please visit: CompTIA Security+ certification exam page.

Benefits of Security+ certification

• Security+ certification is a vendor neutral certification, which validates skills on the network security specific technologies.
• Professionals holding the Security+ certification are preferred by the employers and they also get preference in promotions.
• Security+ certification is helpful for professionals who have knowledge of networking and related technologies to upgrade their credentials and get recognition from the industry
• Security+ certified professionals can find appropriate job easily and get paid more.