This powerful credential is designed to certify the skills, capabilities, and knowledge of entry-level PC computer service professionals in installing, maintaining, customizing, and operating personal computers.CompTIA’s A+ certification is the industry standard for validating the foundational skills needed by today’s computer support technicians and is included in the approved list of certifications to meet DoD Directive 8570.1 requirements.
 
CompTIA Network+ helps develop a career in IT infrastructure covering troubleshooting, configuring, and managing networks.
 
Networking Concepts Explain the purpose of a variety of networking concepts and implement them appropriately Infrastructure Determine & explain the appropriate cabling, device and storage technologies Network Operations Use best practices to manage the network, determine policies & ensure business continuity Network Security Summarize physical security & common attacks while securing the wired and wireless network Network Troubleshooting & Tools Explain the network troubleshooting methodology & appropriate tools to support connectivity & performance
 
No other certification that assesses baseline cybersecurity skills has performance-based questions on the exam. Security+ emphasizes hands-on practical skills, ensuring the security professional is better prepared to problem solve a wider variety of issues. More choose Security+ for DoD 8570 compliance than any other certification. Security+ focuses on the latest trends and techniques in risk management, risk mitigation, threat management and intrusion detection. The new Security+ certification covers the Junior IT Auditor/Penetration Tester job role, in addition to the previous job roles for Systems Administrator, Network Administrator, and Security Administrator.