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CompTIA Security+
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CompTIA Security+ SY0-201 or SY0-301 certification designates knowledgeable professionals in the field of security, one of the fastest-growing fields in IT. |
CompTIA Security+ 2011 Exam Update: The CompTIA Security+ voucher SY0-201 (2008 Edition) Exam retired on December 31st, 2011.
CompTIA Security+ is an international, vendor-neutral certification that proves competency in system security, network infrastructure, access control and organizational security.
The exam covers security, access control, network infrastructure, assessments and audits, cryptography and organizational security across all vendor products.Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Security+ candidates have at least two years of technical networking experience, with an emphasis on security. CompTIA Network+ certification is also recommended.
Candidate job roles include security architect, security engineer, security consultant/specialist, information assurance technician, security administrator, wireless administrator and network administrator. Organizations that employ CompTIA Security+ certified staff include Booz Allen Hamilton, HP, IBM, Motorola, Symantec, Telstra, Hitachi, Ricoh, Lockheed Martin, Unisys, Hilton Hotels Corp. and General Mills. The U.S. Department of Defense also recognizes CompTIA Security+.
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