CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Security+ certification
Earners of the CompTIA A+ certification are proven problem solvers who are able to perform critical IT support tasks including device configuration, data backup and recovery, and operating system configuration. CompTIA A+ certified professionals have demonstrated baseline security skills for IT support roles and are able to detect and remove malware, address privacy concerns, and troubleshoot core service challenges.
Hardware
Identifying, using and connecting hardware components and devices, including the broad knowledge about different devices that is now necessary to support the remote workforce
Operating Systems
Install and support Windows OS including command line and client support, system configuration imaging and troubleshooting for Mac OS, Chrome OS, Android and Linux OS
Software Troubleshooting
Troubleshoot PC and mobile device issues including common OS, malware and security issues
Networking
Explain types of networks and connections including TCP/IP, WIFI and SOHO
Troubleshooting
Troubleshoot real-world device and network issues quickly and efficiently
Security
Identify and protect against security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections
Mobile Devices
Install and configure laptops and other mobile devices and support applications to ensure connectivity for end users
Virtualization and Cloud Computing
Compare and contrast cloud computing concepts and set up client-side virtualization
Operational Procedures
Follow best practices for safety, environmental impacts, and communication and professionalism
(CompTIA A+ Digital badge Acclaim)
Earners of the CompTIA Security+ certification have the knowledge and skills necessary to perform core security functions required of any cybersecurity role. CompTIA Security+ professionals know how to identify and address potential threats, attacks and vulnerabilities and they have established techniques in risk management, risk mitigation, threat management and intrusion detection.
Attacks, Threats and Vulnerabilities
More threats, attacks and vulnerabilities from newer custom devices that must be mitigated, such as IoT and embedded devices, newer DDoS attacks and social engineering attacks based on current events
Architecture and Design
Enterprise environments and reliance on the cloud, which is growing quickly as organizations transition to hybrid networks
Implementation
Administering identity, access management, PKI, basic cryptography, wireless and end-to-end security
Operations and Incident Response
Organizational security assessment and incident response procedures, such as basic threat detection, risk mitigation techniques, security controls and basic digital forensics
Governance, Risk and Compliance
Organizational risk management and compliance with regulations, such as PCI-DSS, SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, FISMA, NIST and CCPA
(CompTIA Security+ Digital badge Acclaim)
