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CySA+CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst+

CompTIAPersonnel certification (ISO 17024)Security Operations
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Overview

What is CySA+?

The CySA+ positions itself as a hands-on analyst certification above Security+ and below CASP+, with focus on threat analysis, incident response and security operations. It is primarily relevant for SOC analysts and threat hunters who want to formally demonstrate their skills. Compared to Security+, it requires significantly more experience and shows stronger reference to real attack scenarios and their detection. Currently version CS0-003 is valid; successor version CS0-004 is expected in early 2026, the current version is expected to retire in June 2026. For exam planners, timing is therefore relevant.

Quick facts

AccreditationISO/IEC 17024 by ANAB
Languagesen · de · ja
RecognitionGlobal

Key details

Cost, prerequisites, exam & renewal

Cost over 5 years

Exam fee (acquisition)€372
Renewal fees (5 years)€372
5-year total€744
How is TCO calculated?

Classification

CertMap score and matching roles

Rating

Market recognition
2/3
Scheme quality
2/3
Practice evidence
1/3
Maintenance
2/3

Matching NICE roles

Protect and DefendIncident Response
Design and DevelopSoftware Security Assessment
Design and DevelopSystems Testing and Evaluation
Design and DevelopTechnology Research and Development
InvestigateCybercrime Investigation
InvestigateDigital Evidence Analysis
Implement and OperateDatabase Administration
Implement and OperateSystems Security Analysis
Oversee and GovernSecurity Control Assessment
Protect and DefendDefensive Cybersecurity

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