Exam code CV0-004 (V4, launched 2024-09-24, est. retirement 2027). Passing score 750/900, max 90 items, 90 min. Prereqs: 2-3 years systems admin/cloud engineer experience.
Issuer
CompTIA
Industry
Cybersecurity
Domain
Security Architecture & Engineering
Level
Beginner
Exam fee
$399 — July 2024 roadmap snapshot, unverified
Prerequisites & eligibility
Experience: 2-3 years of hands-on experience as a systems administrator or cloud engineer
Renewal & maintenance
Valid for 3 years, 50 CEU credits per cycle, $50/yr maintenance fee. Renew by cpe.
Continuing Education fee roughly $25–$50/yr, depending on the certification. Earning a higher CompTIA cert (e.g. CySA+) renews the ones below it.
Related certifications
AWS CSS Amazon Web Services Certified Security - Specialty
AWS SAA Amazon Web Services Certified Solutions Architect - Associate