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Vendor-neutral, baseline cybersecurity certification covering threats, architecture, operations, and governance.
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About this exam
Security+ SY0-701 is a vendor-neutral certification establishing the core knowledge required for any cybersecurity role: assessing security posture, monitoring and securing hybrid environments, identifying threats, and operating with awareness of governance and compliance.
Who should take this exam
Aspiring and early-career security analysts, SOC analysts, system and network administrators moving into security, and IT professionals who need a recognized baseline security credential. Around two years of IT administration with a security focus is recommended.
Career benefits
Security+ is one of the most widely required entry-level security certifications and is approved for U.S. DoD 8570/8140 baseline roles. It is a strong stepping stone toward analyst, engineer, and SOC roles.
How to prepare
Learn the vocabulary of threats and controls, practice reading scenarios to choose the best mitigation, and get comfortable with performance-based tasks. Drill weak domains and rehearse with a timed mock exam.
Quick facts
Exam cost$404 USD
Valid for3 years (renewable with continuing education)
Length90 minutes
Questions on exam90
Passing score750 / 900
FormatMultiple choice and performance-based questions
Practice questions150
Objectives5
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What's covered
1. General Security Concepts
12%Security controls, the CIA triad, zero trust, cryptographic concepts, and change management fundamentals.
2. Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations
22%Threat actors, attack vectors, social engineering, common vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.
3. Security Architecture
18%Secure architecture across cloud, network, and data, including resilience and data protection.
4. Security Operations
28%Identity and access management, monitoring, incident response, and hardening of assets.
5. Security Program Management and Oversight
20%Governance, risk management, third-party risk, compliance, and security awareness.
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