CompTIA Security+ Certification (SY0-501) Practice Exams
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You will get 6 Full Length Practice Exams with 700 Unique Questions from CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) Certification covering all the topics for the Exam -
The CompTIA Security+ exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations. The successful candidate will perform these tasks to support the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
- There are no specific prerequisites to take up this certification but it is recommended that individuals take the Network+ certification before taking the Security+ training and certification exam.
- CompTIA Network+ and two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus
- Understand TCP/IP addressing, core protocols and troubleshooting tools.
- Know basic network terminology and functions (such as OSI Model, topology, Ethernet, TCP/IP, switches and routers).
- Able to use Windows to create and manage files and use basic administrative features (Explorer, Control Panel and Management Consoles).
- Know the function and basic features of PC components.
In this course, you will get 6 Full Length Practice Exams with 700 Unique Questions from “CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) Certification Exam” covering all the topics for the Exam.
What do you get in this course?
- 6 Full-length mock tests with 110+ Unique Questions in each practice test.
- Reliable exam reports to evaluate strengths and weaknesses
- 700+ Latest Questions with explanation for each question
- Questions are frequently reviewed and updated frequently.
- Practice tests are created by Subject Matter Experts and the questions always stay current with the actual exam.
- 100% verified answers and explanations to each question.
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Below are the official details of CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 :
CompTIA Security+ is a globally trusted certification that validates foundational, vendor-neutral IT security knowledge and skills. As a benchmark for best practices in IT security, this certification practice exams covers the essential principles of network security and risk management
Why is it different?
- No other certification that assesses baseline cybersecurity skills has performance-based questions on the exam. Security+ emphasizes hands-on practical skills, ensuring the security professional is better prepared to problem solve a wider variety of issues.
- More choose Security+ for DoD 8570 compliance than any other certification.
- Security+ focuses on the latest trends and techniques in risk management, risk mitigation, threat management and intrusion detection.
- The new Security+ certification covers the Junior IT Auditor/Penetration Tester job role, in addition to the previous job roles for Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, and Security Administrator.
About CompTIA Security+ SY0-501 Exam:
CompTIA Security+ is the first security certification IT professionals should earn. It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs. Security+ incorporates best practices in hands-on trouble-shooting to ensure security professionals have practical security problem-solving skills. Cybersecurity professionals with Security+ know how to address security incidents – not just identify them.
Security+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the US DoD to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements. Regulators and government rely on ANSI accreditation, because it provides confidence and trust in the outputs of an accredited program. Over 2.3 million CompTIA ISO/ANSI-accredited exams have been delivered since January 1, 2011.
What’s in this version :
The new exam has been updated to better reflect today’s best practices for risk management and risk mitigation including the following:
- More emphasis on the practical and hands-on ability to both identify and address security threats, attacks and vulnerabilities.
- Skills covered in Security+ have become a baseline for all cybersecurity jobs and the new version has been updated to reflect how cybersecurity jobs are becoming more specialized, like security analytics. Because of this, the importance of and demand for Security+ has increased for a broader variety of job roles.
Exam Details :
- Exam Codes : SY0-501
- Launch Date : October 4, 2017
- Exam Description : The CompTIA Security+ exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations. The successful candidate will perform these tasks to support the principles of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
- Number of Questions : Maximum of 90 questions
- Type of Questions : Multiple choice and performance-based
- Length of Test : 90 minutes
- Passing Score : 750 (on a scale of 100-900)
- Recommended Experience : CompTIA Network+ and two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus
- Languages : English, Japanese, Portuguese and Simplified Chinese
- Retirement : Usually three years after launch
- Testing Provider : Pearson VUE
Price : $349 USD (See all pricing)
- The CompTIA Security+ course is ideal for professionals who are working in the roles of system administrators, network administrators, security administrators, and IT auditors.
