COMPTIA INFRASTRUCTURE CERTIFIED PATHWAY 

A+ 

CompTIA A+ stands as the gold standard in the industry for launching careers in today’s digital realm, providing comprehensive support across core technologies spanning from security to networking to virtualisation and beyond. It’s the universally recognised credential, showcasing professionals’ adeptness in handling critical IT support tasks with agility, making it indispensable for employers seeking individuals skilled in endpoint management and technical support roles. 

Start your IT journey with CompTIA A+, the credential that’s prominently featured in more tech support job listings than any other. The CompTIA A+ Core Series requires candidates to pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102), covering crucial content essential for supporting a hybrid workforce. This includes managing the surge in SaaS applications for remote work, conducting remote diagnosis and resolution of prevalent software, hardware, or connectivity issues, adapting to the shifting landscape of core technologies, mastering multiple operating systems, and navigating the dynamic nature of the role by evaluating whether on-site repair or specialised provider solutions are most appropriate. 

CompTIA A+ validates that certified professionals have the skills required to support today’s digital world. Through the certification process, you'll gain expertise in various domains including:
  • Hardware: Identifying, using, and connecting hardware components and devices, crucial for supporting the remote workforce. 
  • Operating Systems: Installing and supporting Windows OS, along with troubleshooting for other OS like Mac OS, Chrome OS, Android, and Linux OS. 
  • Software Troubleshooting: Addressing PC and mobile device issues including common OS, malware, and security issues. 
  • Networking: Understanding types of networks and connections including TCP/IP, WIFI, and SOHO. 
  • Security: Identifying and protecting against security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections. 
  • Mobile Devices: Installing and configuring laptops and other mobile devices, supporting applications to ensure connectivity for end users. 
  • Virtualization and Cloud Computing: Comparing and contrasting cloud computing concepts and setting up client-side virtualization. 
  • Operational Procedures: Following best practices for safety, environmental impacts, and communication, and maintaining professionalism. 

Network+ 

CompTIA Network+ certifies the fundamental skills needed to establish, maintain, troubleshoot, and secure networks across diverse environments, equipping you with a fulfilling career in networking and cybersecurity. 

CompTIA Network+ stands as the foremost certification for validating your grasp of essential networking tools and concepts, propelling your career to new heights. 

Set yourself apart with Network+, the premier certification for early-career networking professionals, offering a broad spectrum of technical and hands-on skills essential for today’s network administrators. 

Exclusive validation of vendor-neutral network management knowledge distinguishes CompTIA Network+ as the sole certification covering the core skills required to support networks in any setting. 

With approval for DoD 8140.03, CompTIA Network+ demonstrates your practical capabilities, not just theoretical knowledge, for roles such as Technical Support Specialist, Network Operations Specialist, and Systems Administrator. 

CompTIA Network+ validates your ability to effectively manage today's networks. Throughout the certification process, you'll acquire proficiency in various areas:
  • Networking Concepts: Articulate fundamental networking concepts, encompassing the OSI model, network appliances, applications, cloud concepts, connectivity options, and more. 
  • Network Implementations: Grasp routing technologies and crucial aspects of physical installations; configure switching technologies and wireless devices. 
  • Network Operations: Monitor and optimize networks to ensure seamless business operations. 
  • Network Security: Comprehend security concepts and network attacks, fortifying networks against potential threats. 
  • Network Troubleshooting: Employ troubleshooting methodologies to resolve common networking issues, including cable, connectivity, and software problems.

Server+ 

CompTIA Server+ guarantees that IT professionals are equipped with the skills necessary to securely install, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot servers. 

CompTIA Server+ validates your practical expertise needed in data centres, on-premises setups, and hybrid environments. Set yourself apart with CompTIA Server+, mastering essential technologies across various environments, from high availability to cloud computing and scripting. 

This certification features hands-on assessments, ensuring you can demonstrate your knowledge through practical tasks. Additionally, it offers flexible learning options, including self-paced learning, live online training, custom training, and interactive labs. 

CompTIA Server+ underscores your ability to administer modern servers effectively. Through this certification, you’ll gain knowledge in server hardware installation and management, server administration, security and disaster recovery, and troubleshooting, covering a range of issues from system hardware to connectivity and security. 

Linux+ 

CompTIA Linux+ certifies the skills necessary for early-career systems administrators supporting Linux systems. 

CompTIA Linux+ demonstrates your proficiency in the essential skills administrators need to secure the enterprise, power the cloud, and maintain system functionality. 

Stand out with Linux+, the sole job-focused Linux certification covering the latest foundational skills sought by hiring managers. 

Acquire hands-on Linux skills through performance-based and multiple-choice questions, showcasing your ability to adapt and problem-solve effectively. 

Develop foundational knowledge encompassing all major distributions of Linux, establishing a solid groundwork for vendor/distro-specific expertise. 

CompTIA Linux+ verifies your capability to support today’s technology systems. Throughout the certification process, you'll gain expertise in various domains:
  • System Management: Configure and manage software, storage, processes, and services. 
  • Security: Understand best practices for permissions and authentication, firewalls, and file management. 
  • Scripting, Containers, and Automation: Create simple shell scripts, execute basic BASH scripts, utilize version control with Git, and orchestrate processes. 
  • Troubleshooting: Analyse system properties and processes, and troubleshoot user, application, and hardware issues effectively. 

Security+ 

CompTIA Security+ is a globally recognised certification that validates the fundamental skills necessary for performing core security functions and embarking on a career in IT security. 

Become a trusted guardian of digital environments by opening the door to your cybersecurity career with CompTIA Security+. 

Kickstart a successful cybersecurity career and establish a solid foundation of essential skills that pave the way for a fulfilling professional journey. Security+ is the preferred choice for baseline cybersecurity skills across a wide range of job roles, making it the most sought-after certification in the industry. 

Assess your on-the-job skills with Security+, the most widely adopted ISO/ANSI-accredited early career cybersecurity certification. The certification exam includes hands-on, performance-based questions that evaluate your ability to problem-solve effectively in real-world scenarios, showcasing your expertise to potential employers from the outset. 

Stay abreast of the latest trends in cybersecurity technology, terminology, techniques, and tools with Security+. Acquire early career skills in cutting-edge trends such as automation, zero trust, risk analysis, operational technology, and IoT, ensuring you are well-prepared to thrive in the constantly evolving cybersecurity landscape. 

CompTIA Security+ validates that certified professionals possess the skills required to recommend and implement security solutions effectively. 

Throughout the certification process, you will learn a range of skills including:
  • General Security Concepts: Covering key cybersecurity terminology and concepts to establish a foundation for discussing security controls. 
  • Threats, Vulnerabilities & Mitigations: Focusing on responding to common threats, cyberattacks, vulnerabilities, and security incidents, and implementing appropriate mitigation techniques to secure hybrid environments. 
  • Security Architecture: Understanding the security implications of different architecture models, principles of securing enterprise infrastructure, and strategies for protecting data. 
  • Security Operations: Applying and enhancing security and vulnerability management techniques, and understanding the security implications of proper hardware, software, and data management. 
  • Security Program Management & Oversight: Updated to reflect the reporting and communication skills required for Security+ job roles related to governance, risk management, compliance, assessment, and security awareness. 

Cloud+ 

CompTIA Cloud+ validates the critical skills needed to deploy, maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot cloud-based infrastructure services. 

Elevate your career with the leading certification that validates cloud computing skills.

Stand out with Cloud+, the premier cloud certification tailored to meet the demands of in-demand job roles in cloud operations. CompTIA Cloud+ aligns with real-world requirements, confirming essential skills essential for success in cloud environments. 

Exclusively validating vendor-neutral cloud expertise, CompTIA Cloud+ is the sole cloud certification that verifies the technical and hands-on skills essential for secure cloud operations across all platforms. 

Approved for DoD 8140.03, CompTIA Cloud+ demonstrates your practical capabilities for roles such as Network Operations Specialist, Systems Administrator, Enterprise Architect, and Security Architect, showcasing your ability to perform tasks rather than simply possessing theoretical knowledge. 

Validate your ability to effectively manage and secure cloud environments with CompTIA Cloud+. 

Throughout the certification process, you will acquire expertise in various domains:
  • Cloud Architecture: analyse different cloud models to design optimal solutions that meet business requirements. 
  • Deployment: analyse system requirements to successfully migrate workloads to the cloud. 
  • Operations: Manage and optimize cloud operations, including automation, scaling, backup and recovery strategies, and lifecycle management of cloud resources. 
  • Security: Implement comprehensive security measures, including vulnerability management, compliance adherence, and deployment of security controls to protect cloud environments. 
  • DevOps Fundamentals: Understand source control, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, system integration, and the use of various DevOps tools. 
  • Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot deployment, network, and security issues related to cloud implementations.