CompTIA Security+ validates knowledge of communication
security, infrastructure security, cryptography, operational security, and
general security concepts. It is an international, vendor-neutral certification
that is taught at colleges, universities and commercial training centers around
the world. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA
Security+ candidates have at least two years on-the-job networking experience,
with an emphasis on security. The CompTIA Network+ certification is also
recommended.
Because human error is the number one cause for a network security breach,
CompTIA Security+ is recognized by the technology community as a valuable
credential that proves competency with information security. Major corporations
such as Sun, IBM/Tivoli Software Group, Symantec, Motorola, Hitachi Electronics
Services and Verisign value the CompTIA Security+ certification and recommend
or require it of their IT employees.
