Which CompTIA certification specifically focuses on cybersecurity analyst skills like threat detection, analysis, and response?
- A.B. CompTIA CySA+ (Cybersecurity Analyst)
- B.A. CompTIA A+
- C.C. CompTIA Network+
- D.D. CompTIA Project+
Why A is correct
CompTIA CySA+ focuses on defensive cybersecurity operations: threat detection using SIEM, behavioral analytics, vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance. It's positioned between Security+ (foundational) and CASP+ (advanced). CySA+ is ideal for SOC analysts, threat analysts, and security engineers. It's DoD 8570 approved for IAT Level II and CSSP Analyst.
Know someone studying for Security Fundamentals? Send them this one.