How To Pass the CompTIA Security+ 701 Exam On Your First Try

[@BrentSaucer-c8b]

I appreciate your valuable tips-they really helped me clear the exam with a score of 865. As for my experience, the exam is definitely not easy. There were too many lengthy questions and case studies, making time management crucial. I used Skill-Cert-Pro practice tests, which were very similar to the real exam, with about 80% of the questions being exactly identical. Most of the case studies I encountered in the main exam were already covered in the Skill-Cert-Pro practice tests, which gave me the confidence to choose the right answers. I highly recommend checking them out if you're planning to take the SY0-701 exam. I'm planning to go for the SC-300 next month.

[@akeemjackman9582]

Followed your plan to the T. Studied for 3 months straight. 2/3 was focused on the content, 1/3 focused on question. 3 weeks prior, I switched it 2/3 working on exam questions. I did an exam in the morning and an exam in the evening. Surprisingly, the exam only had 74 questions. Result: 815/900 First time GO!

[@carsonjamesiv2512]

I am going to take(AND PASS THIS TEST) thus year.🎉

[@MasterYourGreatness]

IT support advisor here. Got the job without IT experience nor education coming from being a mail lady. However, I took a major pay cut to get my foot in the door. It is a temporary sacrifice that I was willing to make. Currently working on security+ now and even secured a scholarship via Woman In Cloud for Microsoft Cybesecurity Cert. Everything depends on the effort and sacrifices YOU are willing to make.

[@simonoganga5956]

Yes, that's the name of the game, take a step back then a major step ahead, after learning the basics and being great at it you can only move far from there

[@aquayaculbreath8206]

Very inspirational! I’m currently a mail carrier looking to switch careers in the IT field. I’m currently taking the course.

[@MasterYourGreatness]

@@aquayaculbreath8206 Good for you! Good luck on your journey and stay focused. You’ll get there! The post office hasn’t been the best place for a career in years….at least not as a carrier in my opinion.

[@Digitalbeyondborders]

If im starting out and I'm just going IT support which would u recommend comptiaA+ first?

[@brittchris2081]

How’d you land your job?

[@Tu51ndBl4d3]

I passed mine first try, currently working on trying to get hired

[@Rashaadthegr8]

That's interesting didn't pass mine on first try but got a tech job.

[@Tu51ndBl4d3]

@@Rashaadthegr8 okay?

[@deboman81]

I failed my test three weeks ago by three points smh. But now I have other material to study for that can help me get over that 75 score and maybe more now that I have more knowledge and understanding of terms that I didn’t have before.

[@Rashaadthegr8]

@@deboman81 what test are you talking about?

[@deboman81]

@@Rashaadthegr8 the SY0-601. Now I’m actually looking at Prof Messer material and also Jason Dion Udemy and trust me, I’m understanding a lot more compared to when I took it. I definitely feel I can pass it in a couple of weeks.

[@crypto_que]

Don’t use Pocket Prep to study for Sec+. I was using Pocket Prep & scheduled my exam once I felt super confident. Luckily I asked a friend if he had any study materials. He really hooked me up with CompTIA study materials and the difference is HUGE! I only had 3 days to study the new material and passed my CompTIA Sec+ on the first try!

[@crossingourfingers]

Nice! Do you have any key tips on how and what to study?

[@user-hb7rt2xp2t]

Pocket Prep is nice for supplementing with a major material like Dion/Messer or books

[@__________o____________]

I used pocket prep and it’s not like the test. But it did help with fixing my weakest subjects.

[@Rathi1s]

Is it possible to share the material

[@mypassportpicsux]

Isn’t the pocket prep based off of Comptia Sec + ? I noticed references from the Pocket Prep itself down to the page number of the book referenced.

[@BMM-op4ou]

I passed mine in 2 weeks, dont buy books that are just too big to demotivate you. I took Jason Dion training on udemy (33hrs) plus the practice exams by Jason Dion training. Its not hard at all

[@demitrius2395]

did you have any prior tech knowledge/experience ? i have none at all and have been reading the book

[@BMM-op4ou]

@@demitrius2395 yes, had prior IT knowledge but not in cybersecurity. But I still feel that going through a book will take long to finish. 3 months for a entry level cert is just too much. But we are all different

[@demitrius2395]

@@BMM-op4outhank you ‼️

[@SincerelySimoneM]

Did you only use that course and you passed, or did you use other resources too?

[@Mr_JFord]

How did the Jason Dion test compare to the actual exam?

[@iquil8921]

This came at the right moment Scheduled my exam 30 days out so time to lock in

[@symonebeez]

#LockedIn

[@walterbixby796]

How did it go?

[@jaedawilliams8913]

Your webinar gives so much insight on how to scale your career in tech!

[@LynnClora]

Attended your webinar tonight and I must say it was extremely informative! Thank you so much for all the invaluable information you provided! Keep doing amazing things!

[@terrancemoody947]

I'm taking my exam on 23 July and all of the prep mentioned here is definitely necessary if you really want to learn the info and not just try to pass the test. I have a background in communications, much of it being in system administration and IT Management...But the course I enrolled in showed me how much I DID NOT know about security. The last three weeks of prep have been eye opening.

[@symonebeez]

Good luck on your exam Terrance!

[@CamInTheClutch717]

I passed symone!

[@BrandonTramel]

I'm taking the CompTIA training from their website. It's a 2 week program. 3 hours Mon-Fri, just finished week 1. It's a lot of info in that 3 hours. We'll see how it goes in the end.

[@MyXdChiick]

Keep us posted please!

[@BrandonTramel]

@MyXdChiick finished the course last Monday. I just bought the study guide off amazon so I'm going to read this cover to cover as my course instructor advised. Then I'll take the test after that.

[@MyXdChiick]

@@BrandonTramel that’s awesome! I’m online now looking for this 2 week program.

[@user-zs1ud1tu5s]

Beez you never ever fail us! Salute.

[@symonebeez]

🫡

[@FiletMignon_26]

Working on my Comptia A+ Core 2 atm after passing the Core 1 on my second attempt. I set this as a goal prior to realizing that I honestly didn't need this certification despite not having a technology background. However, at this point it's on paper so gonna have to see this one thru!! Stick to what you set out to do (Clearly note to self) lol

[@sandrasoza2287]

I passed A+ not too long ago. Core 2 was easier for me than core 1. Good luck!

[@BirdFinder100]

Had my sec+ for years now, but i did recently get the Linux+ a few months ago. Symone is right. After going thru an e-course, I took like 8 practice exams. Passed on the first try when i took the real one. Practice exams are CRITICAL.

[@symonebeez]

Nice! Congrats!

[@nogenre5792]

I failed my 601 only took it once and got a 695 I think where I got things messed up is that I hardly did any labs until I found out about them at the very end lol... during the test I just went by memory of the definitions. but now at least I will have some knowledge going into the 701 and I plan on studying everything I need to know and make sure that I feel comfortable with the implementations and PBQs before the exam. I'm pumped for the next exam I'm giving myself 30 to 45 days!

[@Rashaadthegr8]

Im about to take the 601 for the second time on July 25th. Pray for me.

[@user-zs1ud1tu5s]

Same here! Good luck to us both!

[@jhawkins723]

Imma pray rn bro

[@Rashaadthegr8]

@@jhawkins723 Ty.

[@Rashaadthegr8]

@@user-zs1ud1tu5s Yes sir!

[@akag308]

I'm here praying for you!🙏

[@dimemomm7863]

I’m going to my computer career through Voc Rehab and the course is not hard at all, You just need to study the material. Wish me luck on my exams and I wish you all luck and success ❤

[@officialnazw]

her training video today was amazing, opened my eyes to new opportunities and im ready to grasp control of my future

[@mb4920]

Great content! Thanks for sharing 👍🏾

[@EndyPenddyyy]

one thing is you cant say people work in IT and dont have a certification. because its very hard to find and land a job with just the COMPTIA A+ cert. I simply dont understand how people get an IT job without any certs.

[@tonynash1234]

IT Degrees

[@genetech109]

Thank you, Beez. Great info. and tips. I'm currently studying Sec+ 701. Your video was helpful👍😊

[@dee-3772]

I just barely passed the syo -701 with a 751. Good luck to you all.

[@Tu51ndBl4d3]

What are your plans to get employment? I just passed the test this week and I am applying to things like crazy

[@dee-3772]

@@Tu51ndBl4d3 I plan on redoing my resume again and apply to companies that would sponsor a clearance. That’s my biggest focus for now.

[@symonebeez]

Pass is a pass. Congrats!

[@dee-3772]

@@Tu51ndBl4d3 the same just applying everywhere. Focused on jobs that can sponsor my clearance.

[@dee-3772]

@@symonebeez thanks!

[@dumpsspot636]

Thank you Beez!! this video is super helpful I passed my exam with dumpsspot

[@Stillthatgirl.]

I’m locked in 🙏🏾👑

[@damanijoseph2697]

You truly blessed with this, going for my Network + at the moment but was a bit worried bc the current Sec + was expiring at the end of the month and thought I’d have to wait to dive into the newer one 🙏🏾

[@brittchris2081]

Can you do a video on recommended cyber severity bootcamps to take? To get some actually hands on practice, experience, and projects?

[@allysonpillow2361]

Great information. Thank you!

[@copaceticsolo6501]

Thank you Beez!! this video is super helpful

[@NaijaBeats12]

Do you by any chance do private one to one zoom chats Symone? It doesn't have to be long & I'm pretty sure you're busy. I wanted to possibly reach out & puck your brain. But you definitely gave quite a bit of valuable info in this video. Thank you for the information!

[@chezks]

im about to take this exam real soon, im 17 and im hoping this gon help me out inn the future

[@symonebeez]

Good luck!

[@jonathonkiner7415]

I've been taking CompTIA courses the past two months, but none of it seems real to me so far. It's all just a lot of memorizing acronyms and abstract concepts and very hands off. Do you think it's possible (or a good idea) to try and go straight into Cyber Security having no previous experience working in IT?

[@DaquinneChatman-kz7vr]

A mile wide and inch deep lol

[@cuddy90210]

Thank you again!

[@adgo7206]

I really like your show and I am working very hard for this exam

[@Justfitfletch]

Retiring in less than a year. Have sec+ and splunk user. Currently working on network +. I am cleared. Just looking for who I should apply to for overseas jobs

[@user-zs1ud1tu5s]

vectrus careers!

[@williamparker382]

Yes vectrus

[@kalidays7459]

Hi, not sure if anyone said so, but you have a digital white board if you want to take the exam at home.

[@thejourneyofamom]

Thank you so much!

[@RonIsElite]

I’m finna schedule security plus 601 exam on July 24th before it expires. I hope I pass on the first try.

[@leekeybaum6948]

Why not do 701?

[@RonIsElite]

@@leekeybaum6948 that’s exactly what I am finna do. You see I already had written the notes back in December or January, but I didn’t get done till late June. So I felt like I wasn’t going to be prepared for the exam and July felt like it wasn’t going to be enough time. So I decided to do 701, and by the way after I calculated my bills, I didn’t have enough to buy a voucher, so I decided to do 701.

[@JayLivin424]

Thanks for the information! I take my exam next week. If anybody have any more advice for me, please share.

[@TRE4RAISEDME]

But what about the hands on technical stuff you need to know

[@uchejoymomah1353]

I am going to write this exam once and pass it before the end of this year

[@serkillz6426]

The Comptia site ecommends that you have two years experience and also the networking certification before getting or going for the security work do you recommend this?

[@arronjoseph5962]

2 years of experience is definetely an exxageration although the network certification from what ive heard does come in pretty handy. Also in the workfield and cybersecurity you have to know networking in detail

[@LanaDina-qw9rz]

Super grateful!!!

[@gabrielfono844]

I have been working as software engineer for two years two months. My goal is to jump into cyber this year. I need to pass security+ What is the best role for software engineer breaking into cyber security

[@ithinkicanmakethat6294]

DevSecOps

[@curlehcap4767]

Appreciate you so much

[@R_redemption]

You weren’t lying

[@kevin31961]

Great content. For anyone taking the time to read this, I’m not really sure this cert holds true weight anymore outside of the government. The truth is a majority of CompTIA tests have been compromised time and time again. So most people end up studying the dump and getting the cert, which really saturates the validity of having this. I’d go after some more hands on certs after getting this to further separate yourselves from all the test dump people out there. Just me 2 cents.

[@BJCyberCloud]

The test dump people won't make it through most interviews. I would not focus on them too much in terms of competing for open positions.

[@gabrielfono2248]

@@BJCyberCloud agree. As software engineer, I have seen many people many people lying on their resume but when it comes to interview, reality comes back. some people were even lucky to pass interview, but at the job , they couldn't handle and had to quit. I would say not to focus on people taking a short cut but try your best to study until you pass the exam. As software engineer with 2.5 years of professionals experience, I am currently swithing my career in cyber security and will start study for that certification on Sep 2024. Thanks

[@Lanae8199]

Does anyone have some advice on how to properly pace myself during the exam? For every practice test that I have taken, I find myself not having much time left over. There are some questions that I have to read twice. I would like to have at least 15 minutes remaining to check some of my answers.

[@luismarrero9293]

great content Symone I appreciated you shared your experiences with all. thanks . did you know where to get that book a little cheap or free? thanks again

[@ernestopadilla5382]

Great video really good information.

[@ameenaking2884]

Question there are different numbers of this book, so is there a certain number I’m supposed to get? I saw 401, 601 and 701 so does it matter?

[@Mr_JFord]

Get 701.. 401 is expired and 601 expired soon

[@ameenaking2884]

@@Mr_JFord Thank you for that information

[@lostbonobo]

My exam is on Sep 3rd. Can’t sleep lol

[@brandonthevisionary485]

Thank you this is gonna help

[@purplebutterfly-ol2hw]

Best video thak you !!!!

[@chasityarmstrong8009]

dope info

[@MrAnonnymous]

The best video for the noobs like me..

[@bwanahaguziki307]

Passed mine first try 701

[@TheseEyesSeeDarknessClearly7]

What do you think about the Udemy courses on CompTIA? Would those be enough to prepare?

[@symonebeez]

I personally haven't used them, I'm not sure.

[@copaceticsolo6501]

Anyone know where you can connect with mentors for IT?

[@okennym95]

Did you get network+ first or did you go straight for sec+?

[@daniel_uba]

Thanks for sharing

[@vickyrhy2373]

Do you have a book to recommend for starting with hardware software knowledge?

[@symonebeez]

You could read a "Computers for Dummies" book or a "CompTIA ITF+ book"

[@yvetteramble6510]

Ty

[@TetragrammatonPriest]

Are you in Gov Tech? If so are you working near DC?

[@jacquelinepean8100]

I got the audible book for 601 but getting the 701 version from Amazon. Has anyone taken the 701 test using the 601 book?

[@alcampbell1958]

I’m currently doing so

[@Amillez]

Im in the Govtech community group, I passed first try. Good luck to anyone taking the exam 🫡

[@bvb9348]

How long did you study for?

[@Tu51ndBl4d3]

Hey, is this a group anyone can join? I passed mine first try this week and would love to talk to people in a similar position

[@symonebeez]

Let's goooo! Congrats!!

[@Amillez]

@@Tu51ndBl4d3 No it a Govtech group that she created. I think it was worth it from the number of people in it and the resources.

[@Amillez]

@@bvb9348 I studied on and off for 3 months but I also was traveling a lot for a month.

[@Daisuke69]

Hi Symone. I was looking to do a complete career shift at age 35 and came across your videos. Do you have any opinions on how AI will affect IT jobs?

[@Muziq1111]

AI will replace monotonous tasks. It still doesn't beat human decision making at this time. I hope this helps.

[@SeizedaJay]

Do i need IT experience? I legit have none!

[@symonebeez]

No experience needed

[@GOITSERAMS]

Do the Comptia Certs carry the same weight if you get them from a third party like Alison or Udemy.?

[@BJCyberCloud]

You can use study materials from a third party, but to access the exam you would use the CompTIA site.

[@browneyedblkstar]

Can regular citizen gain clearances needed for govtech?

[@symonebeez]

Yes, I've never served in the military

[@dhedubbz7426]

Looking to get my certificate

[@james21113]

What do you think about Jason Dion's Study its on Udemy?

[@symonebeez]

His study material is great

[@ishythefishie]

When do you get results if you take it in person? Do you have to wait 1-3 weeks? Is it delivered via email?

[@symonebeez]

You get the results immediately.

[@ernestopadilla5382]

Another question is there two exams or just one because I saw that it covers Syo 601 and Sy0 701

[@symonebeez]

701 is the new version. 601 phases out on July 31st

[@ernestopadilla5382]

@@symonebeez thanks for the info saved me from buying an extra book

[@bigboyjones2029]

Wow $404? Four hundred and four dollars? 😮😮

[@abdimajidabdeq8939]

Can i get free of charge

[@Tu51ndBl4d3]

It's 404 dollars.

[@EndyPenddyyy]

SHE LITERALLY MAKES THESE FOR SOCIALS - DOES NOT RESPOND TO COMMENTS OR ANYTHING ELSE- ITS JUST FOR CONTENT- THIS IS NOT REAL HELP!!!!!!!

[@symonebeez]

All of these people in my comments across all platforms saying they passed and got jobs. Guess it's not real help.

[@purplebutterfly-ol2hw]

Thank you so much !