CompTIA has two beta exams available right now: CASP+ and PenTest+ and as long as there is room and you schedule the test before sometime in July, you can have some certifications that meet the requirements for DoD 8570/8140 baseline certifications for Information Assurance (IA) personnel. These certifications address critical cybersecurity roles and validate advanced skills essential for protecting critical infrastructure and sensitive information and open some doors for Cybersecurity roles in the DoD.
Approved Baseline Certifications DoD 8570/8140
| IAT Level I | IAT Level II | IAT Level III |
|---|---|---|
| A+ CE, CCNA-Security, CND, Network+ CE, SSCP | CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP | CASP+ CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH, CCSP |
| IAM Level I | IAM Level II | IAM Level III |
|---|---|---|
| CAP, CND, Cloud+, GSLC, Security+ CE, HCISPP | CAP, CASP+ CE, CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO, HCISPP | CISM, CISSP (or Associate), GSLC, CCISO |
| IASAE I | IASAE II | IASAE III |
|---|---|---|
| CASP+ CE, CISSP (or Associate), CSSLP | CASP+ CE, CISSP (or Associate), CSSLP | CISSP-ISSAP, CISSP-ISSEP, CCSP |
| CSSP Analyst | CSSP Infrastructure Support | CSSP Incident Responder |
|---|---|---|
| CEH, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CySA+, GCIA, GCIH, GICSP, Cloud+, SCYBER, PenTest+ | CEH, CySA+, GICSP, SSCP, CHFI, CFR, Cloud+, CND | CEH, CFR, CCNA Cyber Ops, CCNA-Security, CHFI, CySA+, GCFA, GCIH, SCYBER, PenTest+ |
| CSSP Auditor | CSSP Manager | |
|---|---|---|
| CEH, CySA+, CISA, GSNA, CFR, PenTest | CISM, CISSP-ISSMP, CCISO |
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+/SecurityX) CA1-005 Beta Exam - $50 (Normally $509 USD)
Exam Window: May 17, 2024, to July 23, 2024
The CASP+ beta exam targets advanced cybersecurity professionals involved in designing, implementing, and managing secure solutions across complex environments. As an IAT level 3, IAM level 2, and IASAE level 2 certification, CASP+ covers a wide range of technical skills, including risk management, enterprise security operations, architecture, research, and collaboration.
Benefits for Employers and Professionals:
- Hands-On Performance: Unlike multiple-choice exams like CISSP, CASP+ includes performance-based simulations, ensuring professionals can apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios.
- Technical Mastery for Managers: CASP+ equips cybersecurity managers with a deep understanding of the technical aspects of their role, facilitating effective decision-making and leadership.
- Addressing the Skills Gap: CASP+ directly addresses the industry's need for advanced, hands-on cybersecurity professionals who can work at the keyboard and solve complex security problems.
- Industry Recognition: CASP+ meets the ISO/ANSI 17024 standard and is DoD approved, making it a recognized and trusted certification in the cybersecurity field.
In-Demand Job Roles:
- Security Architect
- Application Security Engineer
- Technical Lead Analyst
- Security Engineer
CompTIA PenTest+ Beta Exam PT1-003 - $50 (Normally $370 USD)
Exam Window: May 17, 2024, to July ???
The PenTest+ beta exam focuses on penetration testing and vulnerability assessment skills. As a CSSP Auditor, Analyst, and Incident Responder level certification, PenTest+ validates the ability to plan, scope, and execute penetration tests, analyze results, and produce actionable reports.
Benefits for Employers and Professionals:
- Specialized Skill Set: PenTest+ certifies specific penetration testing skills, making it highly relevant for organizations seeking to strengthen their security posture.
- Proactive Security: PenTest+ professionals can identify and address vulnerabilities before malicious actors exploit them, reducing the risk of security breaches.
- Compliance and Risk Mitigation: PenTest+ skills are crucial for meeting regulatory compliance requirements and mitigating cybersecurity risks.
In-Demand Job Roles:
- Penetration Tester
- Security Analyst
- Ethical Hacker
- Vulnerability Assessment Analyst
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