Computing Technology Industry Association Security Plus
(CompTIA Security+)
Certified in Information Risk and Security Controls
Note: The SSCP and the CISSP meet the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Directive 8570.1
CompTIA describes the Security+ exam as certifying that you have the knowledge and skills required to assess the security posture of an enterprise environment, recommend and implement appropriate security solutions, monitor and secure hybrid environments, operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, and identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.
Recommended Experience prior to taking the exam: Two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus.
Possible job opportunities:
Security Administrator
Systems Administrator
Helpdesk Manager / Analyst
Network / Cloud Engineer
Security Engineer / Analyst