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Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

kguyah — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 14:06:58 GMT

Hi, does anyone know if the Certified in Cybersecurity certificate is a higher level of the Security+ certificate? I am currently studying for the Security+ certificate and plan to tackle the CC next.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

AndreaMoore — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:13:05 GMT

@kguyah

@kguyah wrote:

Hi, does anyone know if the Certified in Cybersecurity certificate is a higher level of the Security+ certificate? I am currently studying for the Security+ certificate and plan to tackle the CC next.

It would make sense for you to take Certified in Cybersecurity first. Certified in Cybersecurity is truly an entry-level certification. It is recommended that candidates have basic IT knowledge, but no work experience in cybersecurity or formal education is required.

For CompTIA Security+, it is recommended that candidates have at least two years of IT administration experience with a security focus.

Certified in Cybersecurity provides an onramp for newcomers on their path to advanced cybersecurity certifications like the CISSP and future leadership roles. And because the Certified in Cybersecurity training teaches the fundamentals around the terminology and addresses the “why” of cybersecurity, it is an excellent opportunity for candidates to explore whether cybersecurity is a fit for their interests.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

kguyah — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 17:55:19 GMT

Awesome, thank you very much for that information Andrea, that is very helpful.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

gidyn — Thu, 01 Sep 2022 18:11:57 GMT

Also to consider:

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

nkeaton — Sun, 04 Sep 2022 01:16:54 GMT

Nice write-ups. Right now Security+ is $381, SSCP $249. Security+ has flooded the market with inexperienced people. Annual maintenance fees for Security+ are $50, SSCP, $125. The fee does not raise if get a CISSP. Lots of people let their Security+ expire after get a CISSP which would never recommend. I also believe that there is value in taking an (ISC)2 exam before the CISSP to become familiar with the testing. I hold and maintain all 3 certifications.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

WoLNeS — Thu, 26 Jan 2023 23:10:17 GMT

Hi there,

I'm disappointed with the exam, I took it, and I studied for more than two months, And the exam isn't entry-level. It's the way that the ISC2 platform provides quiesces that aren't similar to the exam. The exam is much more complicated than the test on the forum. I'm unfortunately disappointed with what ISC2 do.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

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Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

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Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

JoePete — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 17:34:05 GMT

@kguyah wrote:
Hi, does anyone know if the Certified in Cybersecurity certificate is a higher level of the Security+ certificate? I am currently studying for the Security+ certificate and plan to tackle the CC next.

If you become Security+ certified, CC would be overkill/unnecessary. If you are a looking for a really comprehensive view of all these certs an how they are perceived, check this:
https://pauljerimy.com/security-certification-roadmap/

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

ayoomogunsoye — Wed, 22 Feb 2023 21:43:54 GMT

Great post. Many thanks for the info.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

Chpmunk314 — Sat, 25 Feb 2023 17:48:37 GMT

Comptia is more detailed in Security operations and CC is more of a mindset as manager and compliance which normally pays more.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

AndreaMoore — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 20:38:11 GMT

We have a page comparing (ISC)² Certified in Cybersecurity and CompTIA Security+ here: https://www.isc2.org/Insights/2022/09/entry-level-cc-versus-security-plus

(ISC)² Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) is intended to demonstrate foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts for those seeking junior and entry-level positions. Some candidates find that (ISC)² SSCP (and/or Security+) is more technical in nature. For Security+, at least two years of IT administration experience with a security focus are recommended. Compartively, SSCP is the ideal certification for those with proven technical skills and practical, hands-on security knowledge in operational IT roles. It provides confirmation of a practitioner’s ability to implement, monitor and administer IT infrastructure in accordance with information security policies and procedures that ensure data confidentiality, integrity and availability. Candidates must have a minimum of one year cumulative work experience in one or more of the seven domains of the SSCP CBK.

Each certification serves a different purpose for professionals in their career development.

There is another discussion here where members discuss CC & SSCP: https://community.isc2.org/t5/Exams/Is-the-CC-enough-for-the-SSCP/m-p/57471#M2318

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

JoePete — Mon, 27 Feb 2023 17:35:09 GMT

@AndreaMoore wrote:
We have a page comparing (ISC)² Certified in Cybersecurity and CompTIA Security+ here: https://www.isc2.org/Articles/entry-level-cc-versus-security-plus

A couple of additions to that page may be:

1) "The CompTIA Security+ was launched in 2002. The Certified in Cybersecurity was launched in late 2022. As such, the industry is still familiarizing itself with the CC."

2) "As a CC, you will become a member of the (ISC)2 ...."

I think #1 might help alleviate worries among new CCs that employers haven't heard of it or it's not showing in job descriptions. #2, Membership means something (or should).

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

cleo00 — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:45:15 GMT

Greetings:

Indeed it can be frustrating studying hard, but only to fail the test. I know passing would have been hard with just the free course offered by ISC2. Maybe the paid study guide would have worked, but If I had not taken a Comptia security+ course, and Youtube videos by Prabh Nair (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSkjmlb2cQ4) I may have had a different result.

This worked for me, and may work for you. I would go through his 5 Domain questions at least 3 times if you have kinda IT background.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

cleo00 — Thu, 07 Sep 2023 15:52:16 GMT

To me, CC and Security+ kinda touch on the same major topics. To me the "wrapping (compTIA vs ISC1) and exam cost" is the major difference. My experience taking the Security+ course 16years ago helped me pass the CC.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

Wasim_Ali — Fri, 15 Sep 2023 22:05:07 GMT

It's great to hear that you got these certificates; of course, the post is old, and I expect you to have more certifications. I would like to be motivated by your experience; please let me know what you are doing now, where you are working, and what your advice is for someone who has just passed CC exam and doesn't know what to do.

Thank you

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

Deadlock — Sat, 16 Sep 2023 16:52:34 GMT

Hello @psatam,

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Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

akinoreoluwa777 — Fri, 05 Apr 2024 12:48:02 GMT

I wrote the exam and failed because I prepared for just 3 weeks and taught ISC2 will set exams similar to the practice test. But I got to the exam and was shocked when I saw scenario based questions. I will re-write the exam again.

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

deanna35193178 — Sat, 06 Apr 2024 12:52:36 GMT

Hello there Akin,

May I ask what you mean by writing the exam! I failed it as well because
the content is based on live events and networking added. The course
content is not related to the exam as it is more in depth with actual
content of events. However, maybe the study materials provided from ISC2,
aren't fully aware of what is truly on the exam. How can that be corrected
to know what to study for if your going in blindsided or green per se?

Thanks,
Deanna

Re: Certified in Cybersecurity vs CompTIA Security+

nkeaton — Sun, 07 Apr 2024 19:41:01 GMT

In my experience, when someone says write the exam, they are either from India or learned English from an Indian teacher. That is just how they say that are taking an exam, just a different way of saying it.