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CompTIA Security+
Certified CE
May 2024
Expires Jun 2027
SY0-701
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About This Certification
The CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognised, vendor-neutral certification that validates baseline cybersecurity skills. It is DoD 8570-approved and ANSI/ISO-accredited, confirming competence in the core domains of modern security operations.
My preparation for this certification strengthened my foundational understanding of network security, threat detection, risk management, and incident response. Through hands-on practice and security investigations, I developed skills in vulnerability identification, security monitoring, and implementing defensive controls to protect systems and networks against evolving threats.
Skills & Knowledge Areas
Network Security
Securing network infrastructure through firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation to reduce attack surface.
Threat Detection
Identifying and analysing threats using signature-based and behavioural detection techniques across endpoints and networks.
Risk Management
Assessing and mitigating organisational risk through frameworks, controls, and security policies aligned to business objectives.
Incident Response
Responding to security incidents using structured IR methodologies — containing, eradicating, and recovering from breaches effectively.
Vulnerability Identification
Scanning and assessing systems for weaknesses, prioritising remediation based on severity and potential business impact.
Cryptography & PKI
Applying encryption standards, certificate management, and PKI concepts to protect data in transit and at rest.
Exam Code
SY0-701
Issued
May 22, 2024
Expires
June 07, 2027
Candidate ID
COMP001022538215