CompTIA’s advanced level cybersecurity certification, CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) is now the new CompTIA SecurityX, the latest addition to the CompTIA Xpert series.
CompTIA’s Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) re-branded to SecurityX will include an update and a release of the next exam version CAS-005 on December 17, 2024. CAS-005 will replace the current CASP+ exam, CAS-004.
What is the new CompTIA SecurityX?
CompTIA SecurityX is an expert-level cybersecurity certification for security architects and senior security engineers who are charged with leading and improving an enterprise’s cybersecurity readiness. SecurityX is a part of the advanced, or “Xpert” level certificationsin the CompTIA portfolio.
The certification status of current CASP+ certification holders will not be affected by the name change to SecurityX, nor will the continuing education program be impacted by the change.
If you are an active CASP+ certification holder, you’ll receive a notification to download the updated SecurityX badge. You can also download a new transcript and certificate in CertMetrics that shows the rebrand.
The rebranded CompTIA SecurityX training and certification will continue to:
- Validate job tasks performed by a security professional with 10 years of IT experience and 5 years of security experience
- Be designed around the tasks performed by senior security engineer and security architect roles
- Be a natural progression from the job roles aligned to Security+
Learn more about the rebranded CompTIA SecurityX.
Specialize in cybersecurity with CompTIA SecurityX
The CompTIA Xpert series covers specialized tech roles in cybersecurity, data, and cloud networking. With these certifications, you'll get hands-on skills practice that will advance your industry-specific knowledge, widen your tool set, and validate your expertise.
Setting the standard for advanced level skills validation, certifications in the Xpert series are an effective way to specialize in your role, prove you have an expert level skill set, and boost your professional reputation.
According to the CrowdStrike 2024 Global Threat Report, cloud-conscious cyberthreats increased by 110% year-over-year (YOY), victims named on eCrime leak sites increased by 76% YOY, and cloud environment intrusions increased by 75% YOY.
These staggering statistics showcase the absolute necessity for experienced cybersecurity professionals to combat these increasing threats.
With the SecurityX certification, you can access advanced training and be prepared for the ever-growing cyberthreat landscape.
How can the SecurityX help you get ahead?
As you continue to grow in your career as an advanced cybersecurity professional, you'll need to stay on top of the current trends, skills, and toolsets used by not only others in the field, but the very threat actors you're trying to defend against. CompTIA SecurityX will empower you to take on those threats through specialized skills covering digital security architecture and engineering.
Validate your expert-level skills
The rebranded CompTIA SecurityX can help you keep your finger on the pulse of cybersecurity by providing you with the skills, knowledge, and relevant hands-on training that can validate your expert-level skill set.
SecurityX is the only certification on the market that covers both security architecture and engineering concepts. This will allow you to enter any enterprise with the ability to assess their cyber readiness and design and implement appropriate solutions to help defend their systems.
Boost your professional reputation
SecurityX is the most up-to-date advanced level cyber security certification on the market. Also, SecurityX is compliant with ISO/ANSI 17024 standards and maps to DCWF work roles used by U.S. DoD Directive 8140.03M.
Obtaining this certification can help you stand out against other professionals in the field, because you'll be able to prove your skill set with our globally recognized seal.
Through this skills validation, you'll stand out as an experienced professional in your field. With SecurityX, you’ll have the foundation to move into more advanced-level roles or fill the current job gaps of highly experienced professionals.
CASP+ vs. SecurityX
CompTIA SecurityX will cover the same cybersecurity, architecture, and engineering elements covered in CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) certification.
However, this rebranded update will include the latest approaches and methodology in cybersecurity, ensuring this advanced level certification meets the needs of the industry.
CASP+ vs SecurityX domains
SecurityX will still cover the same four domains covered in the CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner certification.
| SecurityX CAS-005 Exam Domains
| CASP+ CAS-004 Equivalency
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| 1.0 Governance, Risk and Compliance 20%
| 4.0 Governance, Risk and Compliance 15%
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| 2.0 Security Architecture 27%
| 2.0 Security Architecture 29%
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| 3.0 Security Engineering 31%
| 3.0 Security Engineering and Cryptography 26%
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| 4.0 Security Operations 22%
| 2.0 Security Operations 30%
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Number of objectives
SecurityX will now cover 23 objectives as opposed to the 28 objectives covered in CASP+ CAS-004. The updated certification and exam narrow the focus, helping you gain a more specialized understanding of current cybersecurity needs to help fill the job gaps in the rapidly maturing industry.
Number of related job roles
The number of related job roles that require the key knowledge and skills covered in SecurityX will also stay the same. The training and skills development offered through the updated certification will continue to map to advanced-level roles including Security Architect and Security Engineer.
Plan your path in cybersecurity
You’ve made it far in your cybersecurity career and now’s the time to elevate your position and validate your expert-level skills as an experienced cybersecurity architect or engineer. With SecurityX, you’ll validate your skillset proving you can help assess, plan, and implement high-level security solutions to any enterprise.
You have what it takes to thrive in this rapidly evolving field, and now is the time to showcase your skills with globally recognized skills training and education from CompTIA.
Learn more about the rebranded CompTIA SecurityX certification, the domains and objectives covered, and much more.
