An overview of what this certification covers
CompTIA Security+ SY0-701 validates the baseline knowledge and skills required to assess the security posture of an enterprise environment, recommend and implement appropriate security solutions, monitor and secure hybrid environments (cloud, mobile, and IoT), and operate with awareness of governance, risk, and compliance. The exam tests five domains: General Security Concepts; Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Mitigations; Security Architecture; Security Operations; and Security Program Management and Oversight. Candidates are assessed on identifying and analyzing security events and incidents, applying appropriate cryptographic and identity controls, and selecting effective enterprise security architectures and mitigation techniques.
What to expect on exam day
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The CompTIA - Security+ (SY0-701) exam contains 90 questions and lasts 90 minutes. Always confirm the latest exam blueprint on the official page before scheduling.
The passing score is 750 / 900 on a scaled scoring system out of 900.
You get 90 minutes to complete the exam. The MyCertStack exam simulator uses the same time budget so you can build pacing under realistic pressure.
The official exam fee is $404 USD at the time of writing. Pricing can vary by region and is set by CompTIA - always confirm on the official page.
The certification is valid for 3 years from the date you pass. After that, you'll need to recertify to keep your credential current.
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Work through the structured study material chapter by chapter, then drill the practice zone for each topic until you consistently score above the passing threshold. Finish with at least two full exam simulations under timed conditions before sitting the real exam.