Questions
90
Time limit
90 min
Passing score
750 / 900
Format
MCQ + PBQs
CompTIA Security+ is the most widely recognised entry-level cybersecurity certification. SY0-701 covers general security concepts, threats & vulnerabilities, security architecture, security operations, and governance/risk/compliance. It's DoD 8570 / 8140 approved, making it valuable for US federal work.
Prerequisites
CompTIA recommends Network+ and 2 years of IT administration experience with a security focus. Strong networking fundamentals are essential.
Career outcomes
Five focus areas with the weight each domain carries on the real exam. We have practice questions and PBQs for every domain.
General Security Concepts
Security controls, fundamental principles, change management, cryptography basics.
Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations
Threat actors, attack vectors, vulnerability classes, mitigation strategies.
Security Architecture
Enterprise infrastructure, data protection, resilience, cloud security.
Security Operations
Hardening, monitoring, IAM, incident response, digital forensics, automation.
Security Program Management & Oversight
Governance, risk, compliance, third-party risk, awareness.
Curated MCQs
Hundreds of Security+ MCQs aligned to every objective. Filter by domain, difficulty, or take a full timed exam.
6 PBQ simulation types
Firewall configs, log analysis, terminal investigations, network configs, drag-drops, troubleshoot wizards — exam-realistic.
Video lessons by domain
Walkthroughs for each Security+ domain. Watch, then quiz yourself.
AI tutor on every question
Stuck? Ask the AI tutor. It's grounded in this cert's objectives, not generic web answers.
Flashcards with spaced repetition
AI-generated decks for each domain. Review the cards you keep getting wrong.
Per-domain analytics
See exactly which Security+ domains need more work. Stop guessing what to study.
Based on what we've seen work for Security+ candidates. Adjust to your pace — most people land between 4 and 10 weeks.
Week 1–2
General security concepts + threats and vulnerabilities (the biggest domain).
Week 3–4
Security architecture and operations — heavy on real-world scenarios.
Week 5
Governance, risk, compliance.
Week 6
PBQ-heavy practice. Firewall config, log analysis, incident response.
How is SY0-701 different from SY0-601?
SY0-701 (2023) reorganised content into 5 broader domains, added more Zero Trust, AI-related risks, and automation/orchestration. Older study materials may not match the current blueprint.
Is Security+ enough for a SOC analyst role?
Combined with hands-on practice (which our SIEM log-analysis PBQs simulate), yes — many SOC Tier 1 roles list Security+ as a requirement or preferred.
Is it valid for US government roles?
Yes — Security+ is DoD 8570 / 8140 baseline approved for IAT Level II, IAM Level I, and IASAE Level I positions.