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Exam Information
Official specifications published by CompTIA
Exam Format
90 min
Maximum 90
750
Professional
Registration
$358 USD
Pearson VUE or online proctoring
English, Japanese
Validity
3 years
Earn 50 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) within 3 years; Pass the current version of the Cloud+ exam; Complete CompTIA CertMaster CE courses
CV0-004 Exam Topics and Domains
CV0-004 is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with Kubernetes, Terraform, Amazon Aurora, Ansible, and more.
1
Cloud Architecture
23%
Cloud Service Models
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)Platform as a Service (PaaS)Software as a Service (SaaS)Function as a Service (FaaS)/ServerlessDesktop as a Service (DaaS)Anything as a Service (XaaS)
- Analyze different cloud service models and determine appropriate use cases
- Compare and contrast IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, FaaS, and DaaS
- Identify shared responsibility model implications for each service model
Cloud Deployment Models
Public CloudPrivate CloudHybrid CloudCommunity CloudMulti-cloud Strategies
- Differentiate between public, private, hybrid, community, and multi-cloud deployments
- Design cloud deployment strategies to meet business requirements
- Evaluate trade-offs between different deployment models
Virtualization and Containerization
Virtual Machines and HypervisorsContainer TechnologiesContainer OrchestrationMicroservices Architecture
- Explain virtualization technologies and their role in cloud environments
- Implement containerization strategies using Docker and Kubernetes
- Design microservices architectures for cloud-native applications
Cloud Networking
Virtual Networks and VPNsSoftware-Defined Networking (SDN)Load Balancers and CDNDNS and DHCP in Cloud
- Deploy virtual networks and VPN solutions in cloud environments
- Configure load balancing and content delivery networks
- Implement DNS and DHCP services for cloud resources
Storage Technologies
Block, Object, and File StorageStorage OptimizationSAN and NAS
- Compare block, object, and file storage types
- Implement storage optimization strategies
- Configure SAN and NAS solutions in cloud environments
Database Fundamentals
Relational vs NoSQL DatabasesDatabase Management in Cloud
- Explain database concepts and their cloud applications
- Select appropriate database types for workloads
- Implement database high availability and disaster recovery
Resource Optimization and Billing
Resource OptimizationBilling Management
- Optimize cloud resources for performance and cost efficiency
- Implement billing management and cost controls
- Analyze resource utilization and make optimization recommendations
2
Deployment
19%
Migration Strategies
Cloud Migration ApproachesMigration Planning
- Analyze system requirements for workload migrations
- Select appropriate migration strategies based on business needs
- Plan and execute cloud migrations with minimal disruption
Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
IaC Tools and FormatsConfiguration Management
- Implement Infrastructure as Code techniques for automation
- Use Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM templates effectively
- Manage infrastructure state and prevent configuration drift
Resource Provisioning
Compute Resource DeploymentAuto-scaling ConfigurationResource Tagging and Organization
- Provision and configure cloud resources effectively
- Implement auto-scaling for dynamic workloads
- Organize resources using tags and resource groups
Deployment Automation
Deployment StrategiesAutomation Scripts and Pipelines
- Implement deployment automation strategies
- Configure blue-green and canary deployments
- Design automated deployment pipelines
3
Operations
17%
Observability and Monitoring
Logging StrategiesMetrics and MonitoringDistributed Tracing
- Implement comprehensive monitoring and observability solutions
- Configure logging strategies and aggregation
- Use distributed tracing for performance analysis
Scaling Strategies
Horizontal and Vertical ScalingDatabase ScalingCaching Strategies
- Manage lifecycle of cloud resources including scaling and updates
- Implement horizontal and vertical scaling strategies
- Configure caching for performance optimization
Backup and Recovery
Backup StrategiesDisaster RecoverySnapshot Management
- Implement backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity
- Design disaster recovery plans with appropriate RTO/RPO
- Manage snapshots and point-in-time recovery
Cloud Operations Management
Change and Patch ManagementCapacity PlanningCost Management
- Manage cloud operations including changes, patches, and capacity
- Implement cost management and optimization strategies
- Configure automated operational tasks
4
Security
19%
Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Authentication MethodsAuthorization and RBACFederated Identity and Zero Trust
- Implement IAM to control resource access
- Configure authentication methods including MFA and SSO
- Design role-based access control systems
Data Protection
EncryptionKey ManagementData Loss Prevention and ClassificationData Sovereignty and Residency
- Implement encryption at rest and in transit
- Manage cryptographic keys using KMS services
- Configure data loss prevention and classification
Network Security
Security Groups and Network ACLsWeb Application Firewall and DDoS ProtectionVPN and Private ConnectivityIDS/IPS and Threat Detection
- Deploy network security controls including security groups and WAF
- Implement DDoS protection and mitigation strategies
- Configure intrusion detection and prevention systems
Compliance and Governance
Regulatory ComplianceAudit Logging and TrailsShared Responsibility ModelIncident Response
- Ensure compliance with standards like PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and ISO 27001
- Implement audit logging and compliance monitoring
- Develop incident response plans and procedures
Vulnerability Management and Container Security
Vulnerability Scanning and ManagementContainer SecurityCode Security
- Identify and address vulnerabilities in cloud environments
- Safeguard containerized applications and resources
- Implement static and dynamic code analysis
5
DevOps Fundamentals
10%
CI/CD Pipelines
Continuous IntegrationContinuous Delivery and DeploymentPipeline as Code
- Build and manage continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines
- Implement automated testing in CI/CD workflows
- Configure deployment automation and release management
DevOps Tools and Practices
Version ControlContainer Orchestration with KubernetesConfiguration Management with AnsibleMonitoring and Logging Tools
- Use DevOps tools like Kubernetes, Ansible, and Jenkins for automation
- Implement version control strategies for collaborative development
- Configure monitoring and logging using Prometheus and ELK Stack
Automation and Orchestration
Infrastructure AutomationEvent-Driven ArchitecturesChatOps and Collaborative Automation
- Use automation tools to streamline cloud operations
- Implement event-driven architectures for cloud applications
- Configure workflow automation and orchestration platforms
DevSecOps Integration
Shift-Left SecurityInfrastructure Security Automation
- Integrate security practices into DevOps workflows (DevSecOps)
- Implement shift-left testing and security automation
- Configure policy as code for compliance and security
6
Troubleshooting
12%
Deployment Issues
Resource Allocation ProblemsConfiguration ErrorsContainer and Image Issues
- Diagnose and resolve deployment problems
- Troubleshoot resource allocation and quota issues
- Fix configuration errors in IaC templates
Network Troubleshooting
DNS and DHCP ProblemsConnectivity and Routing IssuesVPN and SSL/TLS IssuesLoad Balancer Problems
- Troubleshoot connectivity issues in cloud environments
- Resolve DNS, DHCP, and NTP synchronization problems
- Debug VPN and SSL/TLS certificate errors
Security Incidents
Credential and Key Management IssuesPrivilege Escalation and Authentication FailuresSecurity Misconfigurations
- Address security issues like leaked credentials and privilege escalation
- Respond to authentication and authorization failures
- Identify and fix security misconfigurations
Performance Issues
Resource BottlenecksDatabase Performance ProblemsApplication Latency and Throughput
- Identify and resolve resource bottlenecks
- Troubleshoot database performance problems
- Diagnose and fix application latency issues
Service Disruptions
Service Outages and Cascading FailuresData Corruption and Backup FailuresIntegration and API Issues
- Resolve service disruptions and outages
- Troubleshoot backup and restore failures
- Debug API and integration issues
How do I earn this certification?
Passing CV0-004 earns the CompTIA Cloud+ certification. It sits in the Infrastructure track.
Current Level Exams
Next Level Options
- CAS-005 - CompTIA CASP+Advanced security skills including cloud security architecture
- CS0-003 - CompTIA CySA+Cloud security operations and threat detection
Alternative Paths
- PT0-003 - CompTIA PenTest+Cloud penetration testing and vulnerability assessment skills
- DA0-001 - CompTIA Data+Data management and analytics skills applicable to cloud data platforms
- N10-009 - CompTIA Network+Deepen networking knowledge for cloud networking scenarios
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2024-09-24
- Announcement date: 2024-06-15
Updates
- DevOps Tools Integration CV0-004 Launch New dedicated DevOps Fundamentals domain (10% of exam) • Release date: 2024-09-24
- Zero Trust Security Model CV0-004 Launch Enhanced security domain with Zero Trust architecture coverage • Release date: 2024-09-24
- Kubernetes 1.28+ Latest stable releases Expanded container orchestration coverage including pod security, service mesh, and Kubernetes security • Release date: 2024
- Terraform 1.5+ Latest releases Infrastructure as Code domain requires hands-on Terraform knowledge • Release date: 2024
- Cloud Provider Updates AWS, Azure, GCP 2024 services Multi-cloud questions reflect latest cloud provider services and features • Release date: 2024
Who should take this exam?
- CompTIA Network+ or equivalent knowledge
- CompTIA Security+ or equivalent knowledge
- 24-36 months of work experience in IT systems administration or cloud computing
- Familiarity with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Basic understanding of networking concepts
- Experience with virtualization technologies
- Basic scripting knowledge (Python, Bash, or PowerShell)