The CompTIA Security+ in 60 Seconds

[@AnyLastWords_]

I started my cybersecurity career with just a Sec+. Definitely had some knowledge gaps pop up due to that, but nothing that can't be fixed along the way if you can humble yourself to go back to the basics

[@xktwnxl4zlx213]

Amen brother!

[@All-about-everything]

You mean you just got it and then had to do on the job training ?

[@clipcity911]

Did you get an entry level cyber job?

[@AnyLastWords_]

@@clipcity911 started as a Security Analyst

[@KOPharaoh]

True. How long does it take to finish the actual test... On avg?

[@ChaseFace]

I looked at the Sec+, saw tons of references to networking I didn’t understand, and decided to start with the A+. 😂

[@KOPharaoh]

For real! Do you still think it's possible to start at Security + if we've already read atleast ITF plus?

[@shroud4269]

@@KOPharaohI’d go for network+ first. I’ve heard from many hiring managers online they prefer to hire network techs and people with IT experience in the field already as opposed to a newb that just got their sec+ 3 months ago with no experience

[@izzycrybaby1164]

​@@KOPharaohpossible, yes. Easy, definitely not. You'd probably at the least need to know enough about A+ concepts to hypothetically pass and then also have the knowledge of security that would pile on top of that

[@KOPharaoh]

@@izzycrybaby1164 Appreciate it!

[@TheyCensorUsHere]

A+ is useless in CS. No one uses it. Start at Network+

[@KokoSa-yp2ce]

The other day I’ve met a lady in London that manage to find a job in Data Protection with only Captia Security +. Before that she was a chef and now three weeeks in to her new IT job 😮

[@mamneo2]

Incroyable.

[@codybriseno4550]

I got my security+ certification without A+ or Net+ and I work in IT let me say this I regret not getting my A+ and net+ first the core knowledge is so valuable that now I have to go back and get those certifications

[@TheBeardedITDad]

That is what i tell people ... atleast get the A+ first before security+

[@TheyCensorUsHere]

A+ is USELESS in CS.

[@gunnar-ai]

Fair warning, the exam is very difficult as a starting point. As somebody who relentlessly codes and picks up on concepts easily, I thought that it would be a walk in the park.. even referencing this as solely a stepping stool for the OSCP. I finished the Google Cybersecurity Certification on Coursera in two weeks, and spent two weeks watching every Professor Messer video & taking his practice exams as well as this guy Dion’s 6 other practice exams. I wish I would’ve given myself more time because I have no idea how I passed (781). Don’t underestimate the exam

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Congratulations but ya it is not easy feat for some one with little background knowledge

[@BaldGrav]

No disrespect but I think you might be giving yourself too much credit if you did all of those things and still found the exam difficult. I've been involved with tech my whole life but im by no means an expert at anything nor do I have any experience past helpdesk and I HATE coding. I passed the exam after a month of studying which consisted of professor messer and also the google cyber security cert on coursera. I didnt find the exam easy or a walk in the park but it was by no means hard and if you have the knowledge you say you have and you actually take to things quickly I just find it hard to believe you would think the exam was difficult...I understand each exam is different but still.

[@CS-bd5of]

Lmao I’m watching Professor Messer right now lol 😂 Glad to know he’s reliable

[@gunnar-ai]

Update, I’m taking the OSCP in 20 days and start an internship with CrowdStrike a week from then. Saying this because people put up trivial barriers on what you can achieve in a short amount of time. With that said, I feel like I was an idiot in this domain 5 months ago, and I’m sure I’ll feel the same about my current status 5 months from now. Took out of loan to get the course, and put ALL of my time outside of college classes towards learning the necessary skills. Best of luck to anybody reading this.

[@CS-bd5of]

@@gunnar-ai that’s very encouraging glad to hear ur progressing!

[@gabecrouse8766]

Got my A+ this year, thinking about getting the Security+ next.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

its a great cert if you are looking to get into the Cybersecurity field

[@614BlueBerry]

Go for your Net+ first.

[@vizardcero5345]

Gg!Hows it working out for you?

[@gabecrouse8766]

@@vizardcero5345 Passed it, wasn't too bad.

[@WhiteManwithPassport]

@@gabecrouse8766 did u skip net+?

[@nyxidreams1079]

You, Chuck and Josh are my heros! 🤘 Your information is priceless. Thank you & have a great holiday. ❄️

[@TheBeardedITDad]

did you see the video with me and chuck in it yet? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pnK1pJ2Np8mGjM0

[@magofausto2498]

I was just about to purchase the security + study guide until I seen your video … I’m a newbie and u convinced me to first purchase the a+ I woulda made a big mistake since I guess you’ll have to go back to those modules later on in life thanks for your video

[@soldemers7809]

Joined the military with no IT background and they gave me a week to study for sec+ and i passed. It was hard af but it can be done

[@TheBeardedITDad]

That's incredible! Congratulations on passing the sec+ exam in just a week, especially with no IT background. Your determination and hard work paid off!

[@Vitolo123]

how did you study for it ?

[@Cinscosina]

That is me right now. No IT background and going over it now. 😅

[@skidm0]

Instructions unclear, took my Security+ exam after watching this video and bombed..

[@TheBeardedITDad]

What did you use to study?

[@skidm0]

@@TheBeardedITDad This video. You said it was everything I needed to know...

[@MishFl_22]

@skidm0 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@dashawnwhite4320]

That was gold lol@@skidm0

[@Lab_Analyst]

9 months late and this is STILL hilarious 😂

[@Polarzz]

sophomore in college and had a friend recommend me the comptia. thanks for info

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Glad to help

[@KOPharaoh]

Appreciate that!

[@phillyphilly552]

Get ur CCNA .. then security+ .. u can even get a fantastic job with just CcNa but u got to put in some work like Labs + projects.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

10,000%

[@Ricky-tr2hd]

Damn 750 out of 900. So you'll need 83% 😳

[@s_1408]

Is that good or bad?

[@Ricky-tr2hd]

@@s_1408 it's quite high. Although to prepare for this exam is small sacrifice compared to the reward.

[@d.chapman8400]

So, that means, you could miss up 150pts. total & still pass the exam(s). Cool!

[@Demoxx1]

This isn’t necessarily true. Nobody knows how comptia grades. And you also start with 100 points by default.

[@nolanspoerl8686]

I wouldn’t worry about the percentages/points since nobody knows how comptia grades. Each question varies in the amount of points earned. Some questions aren’t even scored at all. Just study hard and do your best. You can always retake it if necessary. Just don’t wait long or you’ll forget the information

[@shroud4269]

ITF/A+ > Net+ > CCNA > Sec+ and you’ll be in very high demand

[@TheBeardedITDad]

or ITF / A+ > Entry-Level Job > Certs for what you want to do in tech... Also its pointless to take both the Net+ and the CCNA... Just go for the CCNA

[@BYOOx5]

Thanks again, Dad.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

You bet

[@TheITCornerbyJR]

Good Stuff Man!

[@dotmars]

I personally consider CCNA to be a higher level certification than Security +. Curious as to why you recommended it as a precursor to Sec +

[@TheBeardedITDad]

my thought process is you have to understand how the network works before you can secure it.

[@dotmars]

@@TheBeardedITDad sure. I just got Network+ and now I’m starting on Security +. CCNA seems like a high level networking cert so I was curious. I can see your thought process on it though

[@kyubijoninify]

CCNA was my first cert and I’m now working on the security plus it honestly feels like a cake walk compared to the 4 months I studied for the CCNA.

[@CreedFlint]

I’m beginning my Network + and then taking on Sec + recommended by my mentor. CCNA is like 5 course after these two! Looking forward to my journey

[@aidenberard7466]

CCNA had much much more info in it imo

[@Liftheavy85]

I agree if you have zero experience or have never been in an IT position dealing with networks otherwise having the base understanding of how networks function is fine

[@SkaterOrnez]

I flunked it, gotta try again!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

just keep grinding you will get there!

[@JacksonLloyd952]

Great stuff

[@d.w.714]

thank you

[@galenmerrick]

New sub

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Thanks for subbing

[@dukki.2192]

The A+ cert only helps if you’re doing layer 1 security on the actual device.

[@Avglngth]

In week 2 of my cyber warrior program. Core 1 test soon for A+:)

[@TheBeardedITDad]

best of luck... let me know how it goes

[@SourStrawberrys]

What is performance base questions? Arent they all mulitple choice?

[@SkoomaDudeJude]

Amazing and quick info perfect video

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Glad you liked it!

[@HassanReact]

Do you recommend doing CC cert with iSC2 first then studying for security + or just go straight into studying for security + .. I’m a beginner with no IT background

[@gideonmega4672]

If you have no IT background then I recommend after CC try some networking course like CCNA before you do sec+

[@tobeact4872]

If you have no IT background, then you need to start from CompTIA a+

[@triumphant_54]

i already have a diplomat in network engineering

[@pds1647]

Can you show that whole graphic with all the certs and arrows?

[@TheBeardedITDad]

partners.comptia.org/docs/default-source/resources/08314-it-certification-roadmap-nov2020-update-8-5x11-online

[@robertnuno-luevano7930]

Yes sir!! thanks for providing a blueprint for us newbies

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Any time!

[@samsmusichub]

Hey thanks.

[@dlzmedia2792]

Is it okay to skip Network+ if you did Comptia A+ and you're good with network knowledge? I have degree knowledge but did A+ just to refresh and passed.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

ya if you have a A+ ad a degree you got all you need to start working in the field.

[@dlzmedia2792]

@@TheBeardedITDad No i mean, I want to do Security+ and CYSA+, as I have the vouchers. Is it okay to skip Network+ for that.

[@gideonmega4672]

@@dlzmedia2792yes go ahead

[@jariusspear]

@@dlzmedia2792where did you get vouchers ?

[@agent7574]

CCNA is ufkn endless... Endless possibility of questions

[@Alex_Stark]

Hey, I have a quick question. I want to know what would be the best order with these, if I’m trying to get into the security field?

[@ardean111]

I would not recommend doing the CCNA before Security +. As someone who passed CCNA first try and took three times to pass security + and may sound contradictory the CCNA is definitely more difficult for the average person.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

But I feel you need the skills you learn from the CCNA to pass the Security+.

[@joelrobert4053]

@@TheBeardedITDadNot really, I passed security + without even attempting CCNA

[@NinjaSushi2]

​@@TheBeardedITDaddo you have either

[@gre-ms3ic]

I’m new to IT, I wanna get into cybersecurity should I start off with comp tia or something else?

[@asegbeadegokeadedeji9079]

Can't you watch the video for understanding?

[@Spector_0211]

I am busy with my first cybersecurity course at Mido Academy. From South Africa, Stellenbosch. I'm Spector. Can you please walk me through the security plus exam cause we only doing S+ certification. At the end of November I'm starting to go through my work any tips.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Make your self a good set of flash cards and study them every day.

[@LumesideLside]

Have sec+ and just got + haha shooting for the tifecta

[@erikdelcid9257]

Would my Google it support cert help with passing the test?

[@TheBeardedITDad]

it doesn't hurt but i I haven't taken that cert so i cant say for sure.

[@sigma20xx]

If i get the proper certificationd, how am I supposed to fo the job with no experience? Is the work pretty routine?

[@TheBeardedITDad]

you have to build up experience, Build a home lab, Volunteer for a local non profit..

[@zackvessels824]

So shoot for A+ or CCNA first? Can you get decent entry levels jobs with these 2 certs atleast???

[@err7273]

definitely with a CCNA

[@TheBeardedITDad]

ccna will open more doors by far but it is a more advanced cert than the A+

[@cryptovadkan7496]

I will spend the next 18 months of learning C and C++ in a school, for 8 hours a day. I want to apend 2-3 hours a day on something additional. Should I get comptia trilogy ? A+, net+ security+?

[@TheBeardedITDad]

IT depends on what you goals are.. what do you want to do in the field.

[@cryptovadkan7496]

@@TheBeardedITDad i want to go into cybersecurity and use C/C++ in the field. But I think I'll go for Linux+ first cause I like Linux. Then long term maybe OSCP.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Linux is huge in cyber... make sure and check out tomorrows vid... where i talk about this very thing.

[@deadbenttv]

What’s a job to look for while working on these certs?

[@TheBeardedITDad]

It depends on your experience.. if you have no prior experience then I would start at the helpdesk.

[@Lillysg]

Should i do 601 or 701?

[@NinjaSushi2]

Lol the CCNA is way harder than these.

[@hamwallet7069]

“Everything you need to know about compTIA sec+” and then proceeds to spew everything not involving security+ or the test.

[@wightclaudia]

I farted and my front door fell off

[@TheBeardedITDad]

lol .......

[@deadbenttv]

Is ccna the same as network+?

[@TheBeardedITDad]

The Network + is a vendor neutral cert where the CCNA is specific to Cisco Gear. Since the Net+ is vendor neutral it doesn't go as deep and teaches mainly the basics. where the CCNA goes deeper and I feel you learn more skills. Also More employers recognized the CCNA over the Net+

[@krishnadevkp2359]

How much does it cost to take the exam

[@TheBeardedITDad]

full price is $392 but you always can find discounted exam vouchers

[@krishnadevkp2359]

@@TheBeardedITDad thanks

[@pipoledo]

is this exam worldwide valid?

[@TheBeardedITDad]

CompTIA Security+ is a global certification

[@lakshayverma9921]

Is 810/900 on security+ a good score?

[@marcialperezjr9530]

Yes 👏

[@TheClutchLegend]

Studied For 2 Weeks And Score A 752

[@GhostsInSpace_]

BIG gap between a CCNA and CompTia A+

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Yes but it is doable

[@mc9399]

Start with Google security

[@TheBeardedITDad]

That is becoming very popular lately

[@grappler555]

Idk CCNA harder than the Security+

[@TheBeardedITDad]

you think ccna is harder or Security+

[@Fdux]

Security+ or CISSP ?

[@TheBeardedITDad]

It depends what do you want out of your career?

[@cleavlandsmith]

You need a score of 700 to pass

[@TheBeardedITDad]

nope its 750... info right on the comptia website www.comptia.org/certifications/security#examdetails

[@cleavlandsmith]

@@TheBeardedITDad okay, I was wrong. Thanks for the info. I'm loving your channel !!

[@TheBeardedITDad]

lol no wories

[@chintu7771]

How much the exam fee

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Full price is $392 but there are plenty of discounts out there that are as low as 70% ive seen.

[@firozshaikh3739]

@@TheBeardedITDad we can give exam any month right?

[@loschen_kite]

​@@TheBeardedITDad any idea who offers it at a discount? I'm not awfully comfortable forking over nearly 400

[@TheOGJeff]

@@TheBeardedITDad I would also like to know who is offering these discounts

[@V00005k]

what a demotivating video for someone who is about to give this exam, coming across this video is just sad. Even tho it is entry level, it is globally accepted and proves you have got skill. It is best for the field, Network+, fundamentals+ aren’t required for this profession because every org you work for will give you hands on networking experience. 😮‍💨

[@TheBeardedITDad]

But you have to understand how the network works before you can protect it!

[@user-yl4ow2lz7z]

Comptia a + does give you maliware on there web site

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Not if you go to CompTIA's site...

[@user-yl4ow2lz7z]

@@TheBeardedITDad that was the one 😆

[@pulkitpal5639]

Ec council cct is better and handson

[@AliWise-jf7ve]

It’s 675 to pass, not 750.

[@TheBeardedITDad]

Nope just looked this up the other day on CompTIA's website.. it is 100% 750