Overview
The CompTIA CySA+ (plus) exam validates intermediate-level security abilities and knowledge on a global scale. While there are no prerequisites, the CompTIA CySA+ certification is designed to be followed by CompTIA Security+ or similar expertise and includes a technical, “hands-on” focus on IT security analytics. The CompTIA CySA+ exam is aimed towards IT security analysts, vulnerability analysts, and threat intelligence analysts. The exam will certify that the successful candidate possesses the knowledge and skills required to configure and use threat detection tools, perform data analysis, and interpret the results in order to identify vulnerabilities, threats, and risks to an organization, with the end goal of securing and protecting applications and systems within an organization.
Course Modules
Module 1 – Threat Management 1
Module 2 – Threat Management 2
Module 3 – Vulnerability Management
Module 4 – Cyber Incident Response
Module 5 – Security Architecture
- Use proper instruments and methods to conduct environmental reconnaissance.
- Examine the outcomes of a network reconnaissance.
- Implement or propose the proper reaction and countermeasure in the face of a network-based danger.
- Explain why techniques used to safeguard a business environment are implemented.
- Implement a method for managing information security vulnerabilities.
- Examine the output from a vulnerability scan.
- Compare and contrast common vulnerabilities discovered in an organization’s various targets.
- To assess the effect of an occurrence, distinguish between threat data and threat behavior.
- During an investigation, prepare a toolbox and employ relevant forensics tools.
- Explain why communication is so important during the incident response process.
- Analyze typical symptoms to choose the optimal cyber security strategy to assist incident response.
- Summarize the process of incident recovery and post-event reaction.
- Explain the connection between frameworks, standard policies, controls, and processes.
- Use data to provide recommendations for resolving identity and access management security vulnerabilities.
- Examine the security architecture and give recommendations for compensating controls to be implemented.
- Use recommended practices for application security while participating in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Contrast and compare the basic purpose and justifications for employing various cybersecurity tools and technology.
- The CompTIA CySA+ certification is the only intermediate high-stakes cybersecurity analyst certification that includes both hands-on, performance-based questions and multiple-choice questions.
- CySA+ highlights candidates’ abilities to not only proactively record, monitor, and respond to network traffic discoveries, but also software and application security, automation, threat hunting, and IT regulatory compliance, all of which influence security analysts’ everyday job.
- CySA+ covers the most recent core security analyst skills as well as upcoming job skills used by threat intelligence analysts, application security analysts, compliance analysts, incident responders/handlers, and threat hunters, introducing new techniques for combating threats both inside and outside the Security Operations Center (SOC).
- 3-4 years of hands-on experience in information security or a relevant field
- Network+, Security+, or comparable knowledge is required.
Because attackers have learnt to circumvent traditional signature-based solutions like firewalls and anti-virus software, an analytics-based strategy in the IT security market is becoming increasingly crucial for enterprises. CompTIA CySA+ employs behavioral analytics in networks to improve overall security by detecting and countering malware and advanced persistent threats (APTs), resulting in increased threat visibility over a broad attack surface. It will confirm an IT professional’s capacity to proactively protect and constantly improve an organization’s security. CySA+ will confirm that the selected applicant possesses the knowledge and abilities needed to:
- Use intelligence and threat detection tools to your advantage.
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Recognize and address vulnerabilities
- Suggestions for preventive measures
- Respond to and recover from events in a timely and effective manner.
What Skills Will You Acquire?
Management of Threats and Vulnerabilities
Utilize and deploy proactive threat intelligence to help enhance organizational security and vulnerability management.
Security of Software and Systems
Implement infrastructure security solutions and explain software and hardware assurance best practices.
Compliance and Evaluation
Understand the significance of frameworks, policies, procedures, and controls in the context of corporate risk reduction.
Monitoring and Security Operations
Data should be analyzed as part of ongoing security monitoring efforts, and configuration modifications to existing rules should be implemented to increase security.
Response to an Incident
Use the appropriate incident response method, investigate potential signs of breach, and employ basic digital forensics techniques.
You will analyze and respond to security risks in this course, as well as administer a systems and network security analysis platform.
- Assess the risk of information security in computer and network settings.
- Reconnaissance risks to computer and network infrastructures should be investigated.
- Examine cyber-attacks on computer and network infrastructures.
- Investigate post-attack tactics in computer and network contexts.
- Put in place a vulnerability management program.
- Gather information on cybersecurity threats.
- Examine data from security and event logs.
- Conduct active asset and network analysis.
- Respond to issues involving cybersecurity.
- Look into cybersecurity problems.
- Address security concerns through the organization’s IT infrastructure.
CompTIA’s Continuing Education (CE) program allows you to keep your certification up to date. It is intended to serve as ongoing confirmation of your competence as well as a tool for expanding your skill set. It’s also your ace under your sleeve when it comes to taking the next step in your profession.
Make the most of your qualification.
Every day, new possibilities and problems emerge in the realm of information technology. Participating in our Continuing Education program will allow you to stay up to date on new and growing technologies while also maintaining your status as a sought-after IT and security expert.
CompTIA Continuing Education program
Your CompTIA CySA+ certification is valid for three years from the day you passed the exam. The CE program allows you to renew your certification in three-year increments by participating in activities and training related to the topic of your certification.
It is simple to renew.
To renew your CompTIA CySA+ certification, you can engage in a variety of activities and training programs, including higher certifications. CompTIA CySA+ certification will automatically renew if you collect at least 60 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) in three years and upload them to your certification account.
EXAM FORMAT
| Exam Codes | CS0-002 |
| Total Questions | Maximum of 85 questions |
| Type of Questions | Multiple choice and performance-based |
| Duration | 165 minutes |
| Passing Marks | 750 (on a scale of 100-900) |
| Languages | English, Japanese, TBD – others |
| Testing Provider | Pearson VUE |
| Price | $370 USD |
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Frequently Asked Questions
There will be 85 multiple-choice and performance-based questions on the CySA+ test.
The test has a time limit of 165 minutes to finish.
Candidates applying for this test should have the following qualifications:
- Candidates must have a solid understanding of Network+, Security+, or comparable expertise.
- Candidates should have at least 3-4 years of hands-on experience in information security or a similar field.
The CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+ Exam includes the following topics:
- Management of Threats
- Management of Vulnerabilities
- Response to Cyber Incidents
- Tool Sets and Security Architecture
Candidates must call Pearson VUE at least 24 hours prior to their exam appointment to cancel the exam. If you cancel or fail to attend for a test, you will lose your exam money.