Comptia Cysa+

CS0-003

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Jun 6, 2023
Release Date
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Exam Details

Duration165 min
Passing Score750
Languages English +3
LevelIntermediate
TestingPearson VUE
Valid For3 years
Release DateJun 6, 2023
Exam Cost$404

What topics are on the CS0-003 exam?

1

Security Operations 33%

1.1
Explain the importance of system and network architecture concepts in security operations
5 subtopics
1.1.1Operating System Concepts
1.1.2Infrastructure Concepts
1.1.3Network Architecture
1.1.4Identity and Access Management
1.1.5Encryption and PKI
Learning Objectives
  • Explain operating system concepts relevant to security operations
  • Differentiate between infrastructure deployment models
  • Identify network architecture security implications
  • Implement IAM controls in security operations
  • Apply encryption and PKI concepts to secure communications
1.2
Given a scenario, analyze indicators of potentially malicious activity
4 subtopics
1.2.1Network-Related Indicators
1.2.2Email Analysis
1.2.3File and Code Analysis
1.2.4User Behavior Analysis
Learning Objectives
  • Analyze network traffic for malicious indicators
  • Perform email security analysis
  • Identify malicious file and code characteristics
  • Detect anomalous user behavior patterns
1.3
Given a scenario, use appropriate tools or techniques to determine malicious activity
3 subtopics
1.3.1Log Analysis and Correlation
1.3.2Network Traffic Analysis
1.3.3Endpoint Analysis
Learning Objectives
  • Implement SIEM and SOAR tools for security operations
  • Analyze network traffic using appropriate tools
  • Perform endpoint analysis to identify threats
1.4
Compare and contrast threat-intelligence and threat-hunting concepts
2 subtopics
1.4.1Threat Intelligence Sources
1.4.2Threat Hunting Methodologies
Learning Objectives
  • Differentiate between threat intelligence types and sources
  • Implement threat hunting methodologies
  • Utilize attack frameworks for threat analysis
1.5
Explain the importance of efficiency and process improvement in security operations
2 subtopics
1.5.1Automation and Orchestration
1.5.2Continuous Improvement
Learning Objectives
  • Implement automation to improve security operations
  • Develop metrics to measure security effectiveness
  • Optimize processes for operational efficiency
Domain Hands-on Skills
SIEM log analysisNetwork traffic capture analysisThreat hunting exercisesAutomation script developmentIncident detection workflows
Common Mistakes to Avoid
  • Ignoring false positives without proper validation
  • Over-relying on automated tools without human analysis
  • Failing to correlate events across multiple sources
2

Vulnerability Management 30%

3

Incident Response Management 20%

4

Reporting and Communication 17%

How do I earn the Comptia Cysa+ certification?

Official Pathway Guidance

Track: Security

Next Steps

Career Progression

Entry Level

  • Certifications:CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+
  • Job Roles:IT Support Specialist, Junior Security Analyst, Help Desk Analyst
  • Experience:0-2 years

Intermediate Level

  • Certifications:CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA PenTest+
  • Job Roles:SOC Analyst (Level 2-3), Cybersecurity Analyst, Incident Response Analyst, Threat Intelligence Analyst, Vulnerability Analyst
  • Experience:2-5 years

Advanced Level

  • Certifications:CompTIA CASP+, CISSP, GIAC certifications
  • Job Roles:Senior Security Analyst, Security Architect, SOC Manager, Incident Response Manager, Threat Hunter
  • Experience:5+ years

Complementary Skills

Technical Skills

Scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash)Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)Container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)Linux system administrationNetwork packet analysisMalware analysis basicsSIEM platform proficiency

Soft Skills

Written and verbal communicationStakeholder managementIncident documentationTime management under pressureCritical thinking and problem-solvingTeam collaboration

Recommended Tools Experience

SIEM: Splunk, QRadar, Elastic SecurityEDR/XDR: CrowdStrike, Carbon Black, SentinelOneVulnerability Scanners: Nessus, Qualys, OpenVASNetwork Analysis: Wireshark, tcpdump, ZeekThreat Intelligence: MISP, ThreatConnect, AnomaliSOAR: Phantom, Demisto, SwimlaneCloud Security: AWS Security Hub, Azure Sentinel, Google Chronicle

Certification Maintenance

  • Recertification Options:
    Earn 60 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) within 3-year cyclePass higher-level CompTIA certification (CASP+)Retake current CySA+ exam

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Free Resources

CompTIA CySA+ Exam Objectives PDFOfficial DocumentationProfessor Messer's CySA+ Training CourseVideo SeriesMITRE ATT&CK FrameworkKnowledge BaseOWASP Top 10DocumentationNIST Cybersecurity FrameworkFramework Documentation

What's changed on this exam?

Status: ACTIVE

Technology Coverage

Extended Detection and Response (XDR)Current platforms

Enhanced coverage in Domain 1.3 - required knowledge for security operations

Released: 2024
Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR)Emerging category

New coverage in Domain 4.3 - identity-based threat detection

Released: 2024
MITRE ATT&CK Frameworkv15

Updated TTPs relevant to threat hunting in Domain 1.4

Released: 2024-10-01
Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)Current tools

Critical for Domain 2.1 - cloud infrastructure scanning

Released: 2024

Industry Trends

Who should take this exam?

Recommended Experience

  • CompTIA Network+ certification
  • CompTIA Security+ certification or equivalent knowledge
  • Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience as incident response analyst or SOC analyst
  • Understanding of security concepts and operational security
  • Experience with security monitoring and analysis tools

Target Audience

  • Security Operations Center (SOC) Analysts
  • Cybersecurity Analysts
  • Threat Intelligence Analysts
  • Vulnerability Analysts
  • Incident Response Analysts
  • Security Operations Specialists

Experience Level: Intermediate

How do I register & what's the exam fee?

Exam Cost$404 USD
Testing CentersPearson VUE
Online ProctoringAvailable

How long is the certification valid?

Valid For3 years
Recertification
  • Method: Continuing Education (CE); Description: Earn 60 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) within 3-year certification cycle; Cost: $50 annual fee; Activities: Complete CompTIA CertMaster CE courses, Attend industry conferences and webinars, Publish articles or whitepapers, Participate in training and education
  • Method: Earn Higher-Level CompTIA Certification; Description: Automatically renews CySA+ by earning CompTIA CASP+ or PenTest+; Cost: Exam cost for higher certification
  • Method: Retake Exam; Description: Retake the current version of CySA+ exam; Cost: $404 exam fee

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