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Security+ certification opens doors to advanced training and careers in the growing field of information systems security.

Advanced training. The mid-level certificate indicates competency beyond the basics of computer systems and network administration represented by the CompTIA A+ and Network+ certification. Security+ qualifies practitioners for the advanced CASP (CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner) certification. The credential may also qualify as an elective for Microsoft's MCSA: Security and MCSE: Security certifications. CompTIA Security+ is a vendor-neutral credential, making it relevant across a broad spectrum of network, operating system, product and security environments. CompTIA Security+ certification is designed for IT security professionals with a minimum of two years experience in IT administration with a focus on security. Day-to-day technical information security experience and broad knowledge of security concerns and implementation are recommended for exam candidates, as is CompTIA Network+ certification.

Areas or domains covered by the 2011 edition of the CompTIA Security+ exam include network security (21 percent of exam), compliance and operational security (18 percent), threats and vulnerabilities (21 percent), application, data and host security (16 percent), access control and identity management (13 percent) and cryptography (11 percent).

Organizations across a range of industries - information technology, telecommunications, professional services and others - rely on security certificates as a skills benchmark for IT staff members responsible for managing systems and securing networks and devices. Security+ technician careers outlook. Security+ certification opens doors to careers in information systems security, including: Security architect Security engineer Security consultant or specialist Information assurance technician Security administrator Wireless administrator Network administrator

Security+ certified technicians are in high demand in high tech, telecommunications, military and business consulting sectors. Major employers that recognize or require CompTIA Security+ certification include Booz Allen Hamilton, IBM, HP, Motorola, Symantec, Telstra, Hitachi, Ricoh, Lockheed Martin, Unisys, Hilton Hotels and General Mills. The U.S. Department of Defense also includes Security+ as one of four choices to fulfill a certification requirement.

Information security is a highly valued skill in today's digital economy.comptia security+ exam proves intermediate-level competency in the protection of sensitive data, computer systems and networks.