Job Description
The security+ professionals have the job responsibilities which includes configuring test equipment's which include network devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, IDS/IPS, etc., develop standard security documentation, prepare test plans for test engineers and review results for completeness before submission to government certification agencies.
Following are the job responsibilities of a CompTIA Security+ professional in an organization:
To be successful in this field, you will need to have an essential degree in computer science, IT, network technologies or a related field. A certification will add value to you as a professional.
CompTIA certifications, though, usually cover a topic area and touch on different technologies so it can be useful in any organization. Furthermore, Security+ is globally-recognized, hence any professional who holds the certification can apply it in organizations located both in the United States and abroad. The best part is that you can either be a full-time employee or as a freelance service can be provided to the businesses in an on-demand marketplace.
Career in Cyber Security with Certification
Many cyber freshers’s utilize Security+ to make into the IT field as it is an entry-level certification. When they gain employment with a company, they utilize their time to develop their skills and apply them on required programs learned from security+. After establishing themselves in the organization, they advance through promotions and by earning additional security certifications.
Understanding of necessary security measures is a requirement today for an IT position and Security+ validates that.