Passed Security+ exam - SY0-301 - Test advice
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I took the Security+ exam yesterday and passed with a score of 805/900.
A tip to anyone currently studying the exam: Be sure you know all the protocols and ports. The first 7 or 8 questions were nothing but drag and drop questions that made me configure a network with specific goals for each device. For example: Host A needs to only be able to reach Server A using a secure connection. The test made me type in what protocol and port number the protocol uses. The test wasn't a "walk in the park" experience by any means. I was expecting only multiple choice questions, but I was presented with different types of question formats throughout the exam.
I hope this information helps. I am now understanding why CompTIA recommends having the Network+ certification before attempting the Security+ certification.
A tip to anyone currently studying the exam: Be sure you know all the protocols and ports. The first 7 or 8 questions were nothing but drag and drop questions that made me configure a network with specific goals for each device. For example: Host A needs to only be able to reach Server A using a secure connection. The test made me type in what protocol and port number the protocol uses. The test wasn't a "walk in the park" experience by any means. I was expecting only multiple choice questions, but I was presented with different types of question formats throughout the exam.
I hope this information helps. I am now understanding why CompTIA recommends having the Network+ certification before attempting the Security+ certification.
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That's weird...I wondering if a lot of my performance questions were beta??? Anyway, I didn't like them. Caused unwanted stress.
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Yeah, do Net+, there is some great material on that one.
I always tell people that the cert that I learned the most while doing was probably the Net+.
Totally agree I gained a great foundation of networking knowledge on theory, ports, protocols, and the OSI model
*Bachelor's of Science: Information Technology - Security, Master's of Science: Information Technology - Management
Matthew 6:33 - "Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need."
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I know the feeling I have had to pay out of pocket for all my certifications but just remember it's an investment in your skills and knowledge and the better pay will come!!
*Bachelor's of Science: Information Technology - Security, Master's of Science: Information Technology - Management
Matthew 6:33 - "Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need."
Certs/Business Licenses In Progress: AWS Solutions Architect, Series 6, Series 63
The good news is that if you pursue the Network+, you'll find that there is some crossover so it might be easier. Good luck.
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Yes, I am new to this forum. But I have had my Net+ and A+ certs for about 8 years now. I am wanting to go ahead and get my Security+ certification now that I have gone back to school and finished my IT degree. I feel that it would round out my credentials really well. But I was wondering, since many of you have taken the Security Exam, and I have only taken practice exams, how do you think someone would do who has my certifications and a BS in Computer Information Technology focusing on Network Administration with a couple of Security classes and a couple of Forensics classes both at the Associates level and at the Bachelor's level? You all have a lot more knowledge of what to expect on a Security test than I do, so I am truly looking for an honest opinion from someone, please. I really appreciate it and if there is anything I can help you with feel free to let me know. Thank you.
BTW, I just discovered this site tonight but it looks like a great site and I can't believe I haven't run across it before. I was browsing through some post and noticed that there are some of you on here that really know your stuff. I hope that I can benefit from some of your experience and knowledge. Oh yeah, a big Congratulations to the OP for passing your Security+ exam. You must be feeling pretty good right now. I know I would be.
Congrats on the Sec+, like you, I went backwards and got Sec+ before Net+. Net+ wasn't too bad, Sec+ was actually really easy for me compared to Net+.
Good luck on your MS certs, I am also pursuing those myself.
I appreciate the input. If anyone else has any wisdom to share, please do. I am all ears. I prefer to listen to everyone, even those who don't seem to know much because I feel there is something to be learned from every encounter. I know that don't apply to this forum. It seems everyone here is on their game and more knowledgeable than me, so I am especially anxious to hear from everyone I can here. Thank you again.