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CompTIA
CySA+
Security analyst certification focused on detection, analysis, and response.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
165 minutes
Questions
85
Passing
750/900
Total XP
2,500
Format:Multiple Choice + PBQs
Renewal:3 years
Price:$392
23 mapped lessons across 5 domains
Exam Domains & Mapped Lessons
1
Security Operations
33%Security operations center functions
Security MonitoringLog AnalysisThreat DetectionAlerting
7
lessons
2
Vulnerability Management
14%Identifying and managing vulnerabilities
Vulnerability ScanningRisk PrioritizationRemediation
5
lessons
3
Incident Response
22%Detecting and responding to incidents
IR ProcessContainmentEradicationRecoveryLessons Learned
5
lessons
4
Reporting and Communication
13%Security reporting and stakeholder communication
Report WritingMetricsStakeholder Communication
2
lessons
5
Compliance and Assessment
18%Security assessments and compliance
Security FrameworksComplianceRisk AssessmentAuditing
4
lessons
Exam Tips for CySA+
Know Each Domain
Understand the weight of each domain and allocate study time proportionally.
Hands-On Practice
Theory alone won't cut it. Practice with labs and real tools to reinforce concepts.
Take Practice Exams
Simulate exam conditions with timed practice tests to build confidence and identify gaps.
Review Official Materials
Use official study guides and exam objectives as your primary reference.