Short answer
For entry-level cybersecurity and many DoD and government jobs, yes. It is widely requested in job postings.
USA CompTIA Security+ Exam: Quick Facts
- Exam code
- SY0-701 (launched Nov 2023)
- Cost (2026)
- $439 direct from CompTIA
- Questions
- Up to 90 (multiple-choice + performance-based)
- Time
- 90 minutes
- Passing score
- 750 on a 100–900 scale
- Valid for
- 3 years (renew via CE)
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