Applied Cybersecurity

An international, vendor-neutral certification that demonstrates competency in:

Network Security
Compliance and Operational Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
Application, Data and Host Security
Access Control and Identify Management

Make your career in the growing Cybersecurity industry

New COHORT coming Fall 2019

Applied CyberSecurity prepares students for employment and/or specialized training in the Information Technology (IT) industry. This program of study focuses on broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of security and networking technologies. Applied CyberSecurity is a post-secondary offering. Post-secondary students must complete 750 hours in order to complete the program.

Security+ is government approved

CompTIA Security+ meets the ISO 17024 standard and is approved by U.S. Department of Defense to fulfill Directive 8570.01-M requirements. It is compliant with government regulations under the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA).

Security+ is globally recognized

CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognized credential with certified professionals working in over 147 countries throughout the world.

Security+ provides substantial earnings potential

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Security Specialists, Administrators and Managers earn over $86,000 per year.

Security+ is industry supported

Security+ is developed and maintained by leading IT experts. Content for the exams stems from a combination of industry-wide survey feedback and contributions from our team of subject matter experts. Learn more about the people behind the CompTIA Security+ Advisory Committee.