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CompTIA is… The voice of the world’s information technology (IT) industry. Non-profit: We are the world’s largest IT trade association advancing the global interests of IT professionals. Philanthropic: CompTIA’s Creating IT Futures Foundation helps provide opportunity for the unemployed and under- employed to gain access to careers in IT. A force for change through advocacy: CompTIA promotes sound public policy at the state and federal level to advance the digital economy. A leader in IT certifications: With over 1.5 million certified professionals, CompTIA offers IT professionals a roadmap for establishing and advancing their careers.

*Certs in red: ANSI/ISO certified / US Government 8570 CompTIA Certifications – a quick overview *Certs in red: ANSI/ISO certified / US Government 8570 Professional A+ Network+ Security+ Cloud+ New! CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CSA+) Linux+ Project+ Server+ Mastery CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) Best Practices IT Fundamentals Specialty CDIA+ Cloud Essentials CTT+

CompTIA Certifications #CCE2017

CompTIA A+ Held by over 1​ million IT professionals worldwide, CompTIA A+ is the most essential IT certification for establishing an IT career. If you’re new to the IT industry, this will help you put your best foot forward. And if you’re already an IT professional, the CompTIA A+ certification validates your skills and can boost your career.   Exam Code 220-901, 220-902 # of Questions Maximum of 90 Length of Test 90 minutes Passing Score 220-901: 675 (scale of 900) 220-902: 700 (scale of 900) Languages English, German, Japanese, Spanish A hiring credential for thousands of open IT technical support roles Globally recognized, vendor-neutral & ISO 17024 compliant Minimizes training costs & simplifies hiring processes for IT support roles Over 1 million A+ certified IT Pros

Certification Exam Domains & Job Roles 220-901 220-902 Windows Operating Systems 29% Other Operating Systems and Technologies 12% Security 22% Software Troubleshooting 24% Operational Procedures 13% Hardware 34% Networking 21% Mobile Devices 17% Hardware & Network Troubleshooting 28% Targeted Job Roles Help Desk Technician Service Desk Analyst Technical Support Specialist Field Service/Support Technician IT Support Administrator/Technician

CompTIA Network+ The stakes are high. Data networks are more crucial for businesses than ever before. They are the lifeline to the critical financial, healthcare and information services that need to function at the highest, most secure level. With a CompTIA Network+ certification, you will possess the key skills to troubleshoot, configure and manage these systems and keep your company productive. Recommended 1st professional-level networking certification Exam Code N10-006 # of Questions Maximum of 90 Length of Test 90 minutes Passing Score 720 (scale of 100-900) Languages English, German, Japanese Next step after CompTIA A+ training and certification Globally recognized - ISO 17024 compliant Cisco recommends it before a CCNA

Certification Exam Domains & Job Roles Network architecture 22% Network operations 20% Network security 18% Troubleshooting 24% Industry standards, practices, and network theory 16% Prerequisites CompTIA A+ certification or equivalent knowledge A minimum of 9 to 12 months of work experience in IT networking Targeted Job Roles Network Field Technician/Engineer Network Support Specialist Network Administrator Network Analyst Help Desk Technician

CompTIA Security+ IT security is paramount to organizations as cloud computing and mobile devices have changed the way we do business. With the massive amounts of data transmitted and stored on networks throughout the world, it’s essential to have effective security practices in place. That’s where CompTIA Security+ comes in. Get the Security+ certification to show that you have the skills to secure a network and deter hackers and you’re ready for the job. Over a quarter million Security+ certified professionals worldwide Exam Code SY0-401 # of Questions Maximum of 90 Length of Test 90 minutes Passing Score 750 (scale of 100-900) Languages English, Japanese, Portuguese Foundation-level security knowledge for IT professionals Vendor neutral certification & ISO 17024 Now includes mobile security

Certification Exam Domains & Job Roles SY0-401 Prerequisites Network security 20% Compliance and operational security 18% Threats and vulnerabilities Application, data and host security 15% Access control and identity management Cryptography 12% CompTIA Network+ certification or equivalent knowledge Two years of experience in networking with an emphasis on security Targeted Job Roles Security or Systems Specialist/Administrator Security Consultant Network Administrator Information Assurance Technician/Manager

New! Security+ (SY0-501) – October 2017 Exam Code SY0-501 # of Questions TBD Length of Test Passing Score Languages English (other languages TBD) Threats, Attacks and Vulnerabilities 21% Technologies and Tools 22% Architecture and Design 15% Identity and Access Management 16% Risk Management 14% Cryptography and PKI 12%

CompTIA Project+ Project management skills are needed in almost every field and can separate you from the rest of the workforce. CompTIA Project+ validates project management skills to employers, both inside and outside the IT profession. Even the smallest projects can benefit from project management processes.  Exam Code PK0-004 # of Questions Maximum of 95 Length of Test 90 minutes Passing Score 710 (scale of 100-900) 15.7 million new project management roles will be added globally across seven project-intensive industries by 2020 It is the third hottest in demand tech skill with 39% of respondents with hiring plans said they will be seeking people with this skill in the next 12 months

Certification Exam Domains & Job Roles PK0-004 Prerequisites Project Basics 36% Project Constraints 17% Communication and Change Management 26% Project Tools and Documentation 21% At least 12 months of cumulative project management experience or equivalent education Targeted Job Roles Project Coordinator/Manager Project Team Members Business Analyst Manager, Director, Team Leader

CompTIA Linux+ Linux has grown into an industry-leading software and service delivery platform that is used for everything from super computers and Web servers to virtualized systems and your Android phone. This growth creates a high demand for qualified Linux professionals. With CompTIA’s Linux+ Powered by LPI certification, you’ll acquire the fundamental skills and knowledge you need to successfully configure, manage and troubleshoot Linux systems. Exam Code LX0-103, LX0-104 # of Questions 60 per exam Length of Test 90 minutes per exam Passing Score 500 (scale of 200-800) Languages English, German, Portuguese, Spanish Only Linux+ offers a 3-for-1 certification*: the opportunity to earn 3 industry-recognized Linux certifications for the time, effort and expense of 1. Sets foundation for building advanced vendor/distro specific knowledge, such as Red Hat or SUSE *earn Linux+, earn LPIC-1 and SUSE CLA

Certification Exam Domains & Job Roles LX0-103 LX0-104 System Architecture 14% Linux Installation & Package Mgmt 18% GNU & Unix Commands 43% Devices, Linux Filesystems, Filesystem Hierarchy 25% Shells, Scripting & Data Mgmt 17% User Interfaces & Desktops 8% Administrative Tasks 20% Essential System Services Networking Fundamentals 23% Security 15% Targeted Job Roles Linux Database Administrator Junior Linux Administrator Junior Network Administrator Web Administrator

CompTIA Cloud+ As more and more businesses shift their IT operations to cloud platforms, skills in cloud computing and virtualization have become a frequently required qualification for IT professionals. Cloud+ is globally recognized and accredited. CompTIA Cloud+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards. Adding CompTIA Cloud+ to your resume demonstrates your ability to implement and maintain cloud technologies and enables you to jump into a rapidly growing market. Exam Code CV0-001 # of Questions 100 Length of Test 90 minutes Passing Score 750 (scale of 100-900) Languages English 9 out of 10 companies use some form of cloud technology 60% of companies have 30% or more of their IT systems in the cloud The global cloud computing market is projected to reach $270 billion by 2020

Certification Exam Domains & Job Roles CV0-001 Cloud Concepts and Models 12% Virtualization 19% Infrastructure 21% Resource Management 13% Security 16% Systems Management 11% Business Continuity in the Cloud 8% Prerequisites 24 to 36 months of work experience in networking, storage, or IT data center administration Familiarity with any major hypervisor technologies for server virtualization Targeted Job Roles Systems and Network Administrators Field Service Technician Cloud Developer Cloud Specialist

CompTIA CSA+ As attackers have learned to evade traditional signature-based solutions such as firewalls, an analytics-based approach within the IT security industry is increasingly important for most organizations. The behavioral analytics skills covered by CSA+ identify and combat malware, and advanced persistent threats (APTs), resulting in enhanced threat visibility across a broad attack surface. CompTIA CSA+ is for IT professionals looking to gain the following security analyst skills. Exam Code CS0-001 # of Questions Maximum of 85 Length of Test 165 minutes Passing Score 750 (scale of 100-900) Languages English The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that information security analysts will be the fastest growing overall job category, with 37% overall growth between 2012-2022 Awaiting approval by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) for directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements

Certification Exam Domains & Job Roles CV0-001 Prerequisites Network+, Security+, or equivalent knowledge Minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience Threat Management 27% Vulnerability Management 26% Cyber Incident Response 23% Security and Architecture Tool Sets 24% Targeted Job Roles IT Security Analyst Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst Vulnerability Analyst Cybersecurity Specialist Threat Intelligence Analyst Security Engineer

Thank you. Questions? Contact Information: John Mongeon Manager, Business Development E: jmongeon@comptia.org