Title: Preparation for Security+
Course: CET 2660 Network Security Fundamentals > Section: Module Seven

Introduction

The demand of IT professionals who know how to secure networks and computers is at an all-time high. Many businesses and corporations require employees who are familiar with computer security practices. To verify security competency, organizations use the CompTIA Security+ (http://certification.comptia.org/getCertified/certifications/security.aspx) has become the security foundation for today’s IT professionals. Below is some information about the certification exam.

Number of questions | Maximum of 100 questions
Length of test | 90 minutes
Passing score | 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
Recommended experience | CompTIA Network+ certification and two years of technical networking experience, with an emphasis on security.
Languages | English, Korean, German, Japanese
Exam codes | SY0-301, JK0-018

The certification candidate job roles (from the CompTIA website) include security architect, security engineer, security consultant/specialist, information assurance technician, security administrator, systems administrator, and network administrator.

To check the most current price for the Security+ Exam go to http://certification.comptia.org/Training/testingcenters/examprices.aspx

Your institution might have a voucher program for a discounted rate on your exam. Please check with your adviser for eligibility requirements.

Readings & Resources

Please see attached documents for the CompTIA Security+ SY0-301 objectives (and for the older SY0-201, and the 2009 Spanish version). They are in PDF format so if they don't open, please go to www.adobe.com to download a free version of Adobe Reader.

Files

CompTIA_Security__Objectives_2009_ESN.pdf

CompTIA_Security_SY0-201.pdf

CompTIA_Security_SY0-301.pdf

Web Resources

Another good resource to practice for the Security+ Exam is Transcender Training (http://www.transcender.com/) from Kaplan University. Even though it is relatively expensive (xid-7321522_168 with an exam voucher), they guarantee (for a full refund) a first-time pass rate.